Herbert Gene Carlton's Obituary
Carlton, Herbert "Gene"
Gene passed away peacefully on December 19, 2019, at the age of 97 in Carmichael, CA. Gene was born November 9, 1922 in St. Louis, Oklahoma. Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn, they were married for 74 years, daughters Sandy Hayer and Kathy Willis and his cherished dog, Missy. Survived by daughter, Carol Carlton (Cindy), grandsons Jeff, Greg and Steve Hayer. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Gene was proud of his military service in the Army Air Corp during WWII. He was a Sergeant in the 808th Air Engineering Squadron. He received the American Theater Ribbon, four Bronze Service Stars, Victory Ribbon and Good Conduct Medal.
Gene found joy spending time with his family, especially camping and fishing with his wife at Ice House Reservoir, working in his yard, keeping up the house which he built. Gene built 5 homes (1 spec home) while working at McClellan AFB as an Industrial Engineer for 37 years. he had a strong faith in God and an amazing work ethic. He retired at the age of 55. Gene was a resident of Rio Linda, CA for over 65 years.
Carol Carlton would like to thank Atanas and Tanya Maneva and their staff at The Oaks at Garfield Care Home, and Interim Hospice, both for the wonderful care of Gene.
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