Carl Dyreson Jr.

STOUGHTON-Carl Dyreson Jr., age 92, of Stoughton passed away on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on March 11, 1925, in Stoughton, the son of Carl Sr. and Effie (Johnson) Dyreson. He married Lorraine Thompson on Dec. 27, 1952, in McFarland. Carl served in the Army during World War II. He worked for many years at Texaco as a truck driver and later for Wisconsin Brick and Block. In addition to his full-time jobs, he maintained a farm outside of Stoughton raising tobacco. Carl enjoyed his animals and helping his kids in 4-H. He was a fun-loving man who loved to socialize and joke with all the people in his life. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine; children, Tim (Sharon) Dyreson, Shelley (Keith) Doris, Debra (Gene) Whitford, Eddie (Gayle) Dyreson and Tommy (Colleen) Dyreson; grandchildren, Kevin (Tara) Whitford, Kelli (Ryan) O'Donnell, Becki (Jason) O'Connell, Jana (Amber) Roeben, Rochelle Dyreson, Aaron Dyreson, Brock Dyreson, Taylor Dyreson and Cael Dyreson; and great-grandchildren, Aslynn Whitford, Alena Whitford, Corrine O'Connell and Parker O'Donnell; and sister, Helen Brekken. Carl was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers and three sisters. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.  Gunderson Stoughton Funeral & Cremation Care 1358 Hwy. 51 N at Jackson St. (608) 873-4590