Scott J.  Carlson
Died: Aug 28, 2015
Scott J. Carlson, 56, passed away peacefully at home in Independence Township, NJ with his loving wife, Judy at his bedside. Born January 22, 1959 in Hackensack, NJ, Scott was the son of Carol Nash Carlson and the late Arthur Carlson. Scott and Judy have lived in Independence Twp. for the past 25 years having moved from Bergen County, NJ.
A master carpenter, Scott was a self employed and the owner of Judson Construction Inc. of Hackettstown and Ridgewood, NJ for the past 30 years. Spending quality time with his wife, family and friends was Scott’s main priority. He was an avid musician having played the drums in several bands and also enjoyed the Jersey Shore, skiing, dirtbike riding and camping with the Boy Scouts.
In addition to his wife Judith Sonzogni Carlson, Scott is survived by three children; Scott Charles Carlson of Kenville, NJ; Erik Nash Carlson and Michelle Christine Carlson of Independence Twp. A brother, Todd Carlson of Texas and a sister, Bonnie Petrauskas of Flemington, NJ. His mother, Carol Carlson resides in Paramus, NJ.
Viewing hours will take place on Sunday, August 30, 2015 from 2pm to 6pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Funeral services will be Monday, 12 noon at the funeral home. The cremation and interment will be private. Donations in Scott’s name may be made to the Lustgarten Foundation, 1111 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY, 11714. Please visit www.cochranfuneral.com for directions or to send the family online condolences.

Condolences:

John Feane
#22
July 19th, 2017 1:48 pm
I am so sad to learn of Scotts passing. I thought that maybe one day we would be able to play again but, I guess that day will not happen. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Vicki Vilardi
#21
November 15th, 2016 1:11 pm
Judy & family - I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Scott. I have the very best memories of him through high school and continuing on playing with the most popular club band of our time. He was a terrific man, talented, caring and always smiling. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family.
The Horbelt Family
#20
September 5th, 2015 2:58 pm
Our most sincere condolences. Our prayers are with you and your family as you go through this difficult time. Mike & Chris Horbelt
Judy Kenny
#19
September 1st, 2015 11:18 am
Dear Judy and Kids .... I was saddened to hear of Scott's passing. I'm thinking of you all and pray for healing. In Sympathy, Judy Kenny (bus 185driver)
Xiomara Paredes
#18
August 31st, 2015 6:23 pm
Dear Carlson Family I'm so sad to only learn today of Scott's passing. My prayers go out to all of you for God to give you strength. Scott was at the top of my list of favorite contractors for my projects, and he was also at the top of my list of the best quality people I have known during many years in construction. I feel a huge loss and Scott be greatly missed. With all my heart, Xiomara
Cathy Callahan Linker
#17
August 31st, 2015 7:25 am
Dear Judy and family, I am so deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Scott. He was a one of a kind person who made everyone smile and such a talented Musician. Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers for your family. He is with the Lord. Good Speed my friend until we meet again.
John Muller
#16
August 30th, 2015 11:11 pm
Dear Judy I am so sorry for your loss. Scott was one of the funniest people I ever met and I have many fond memories of our rock band days together some 35 years ago. My sincere condolences to you, your children and both your families. May Scott rest in peace. John Muller Demarest, NJ
Sandy Woolcock, Skylar & Larson Jones
#15
August 30th, 2015 10:49 am
Please accept our deepest condolences on the untimely passing of Scott. God bless him and all of you at this time of sorrow.
Tom Somelofske
#14
August 30th, 2015 10:29 am
Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. Scott was a good friend and a good man. Everywhere he went he made people laugh! Scott,You, Scotty, Erik and Michelle will be in my prayers. My deepest condolences. Tom Somelofske
Joseph Gabel
#13
August 30th, 2015 10:03 am
I'd like to extend my deepest condolences on the passing of Scott. I knew him when he played with a few local bands in the late 70's early 80's. He was a fantastic guy with an infectious smile and I will always remember him. The whole family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Maurice & Simone Kaufman
#12
August 30th, 2015 7:06 am
We are so sad for your loss of wonderful Scott. We will never forget the great times your family and ours spent together during the children's growing years in Paramus.We are grieving with your entire family, and will not forget your exceoptional family. Love, Maurice & Simone
Kathy Toal-Philipsen, Cameron & Kaitlyn
#11
August 30th, 2015 6:02 am
To Judy, Scott, Erik, & Michelle - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We have so many great memories of him, and those memories will carry on in our hearts. We are all blessed to have shared a part of our lives with such a caring, kind, funny, talented and spirited man. May he rest in peace, never to be forgotten
Matthew Ishkanian
#10
August 29th, 2015 11:10 pm
My sincere condolences to your family on the passing of Scott. He was a fellow Paramus High School alumnus. We both graduated the same year 1977. He was a great guy. May God comfort and sustain you during this difficult time.
CHICK AND LINDA DIMICELI
#9
August 29th, 2015 7:42 pm
Judy,Michelle,and family,Our hearts are so sadden to here of the passing of Scott.He was always something special to us.The way he would light up a room with his smile.We have nothing but good memories of him God bless you guys.
Carlson Family
#8
August 29th, 2015 6:07 pm
Dear Mrs. Carlson, Scott, Eric and Michelle, Words cannot convey how saddened I am by Mr. Carlson's passing. Growing up in the same neighborhood, I got to know your family and see what a wonderful man and friend Mr. Carlson was towards everyone. I am thinking of you all during this time. Love, Kellyn Swanson
Tom Somelofske
#7
August 29th, 2015 4:46 pm
Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. Everywhere Scott went he made everyone smile! He was a good friend and a good man. He will be missed! He will be in my prayers, as will you, Scotty, Erik, and Michelle. Tom Somelofske
Marini Family
#6
August 29th, 2015 2:14 pm
Dear Carlson Family, Petrauskas Family and Todd Carlson Family, The loss of a father/husband/brother/son is so hard to bear. Your love and memories will keep Scott in your heart forever, just as God will keep him in heaven. Prayers for Scott and your family. The Marini's (friends of the Petrauskas family)
Kathy Banfield (Wilkins)
#5
August 29th, 2015 2:13 pm
My sincere condolences to Scott's family; I recall Scott as one of the most talented musicians when we were both students at PHS. May God's blessing and love be with the entire Carlson family at this time. I am praying for you! Blessings, Kathy, Robbie, Patty, Bob Banfield (formerly Kathy Wilkins)
Willie Manning
#4
August 29th, 2015 8:25 am
Carlson family, I am so sorry for your loss. Be assured that God knows your pain and He will give you the strength and comfort you need at this most difficult time...Psalms 55:22.
Lutz Family
#3
August 29th, 2015 8:11 am
Dear Judy, Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Everywhere Scott went, he brought his smile and laughter. He will truly be missed by all. All our love, Inga, Tommy, Ryan and Bobby Lutz
Paul & Robin Wallace Frisco, Texas
#2
August 28th, 2015 9:16 pm
Dear Carlson Family I am very saddened to hear of Scott's passing, I knew him well from my Williams & Hibler days, and always found Scott to be a gentleman. I have now words of comfort, but I am Praying our Heavenly FATHER will comfort you in you mourning as HE alone can do. May the LORD Bless you and keep you all in HIS hands. GOD Bless Paul & Robin Wallace (Wallace @ Williams & Hibler)
Scott C. Carlson
#1
August 28th, 2015 2:46 pm
Dear Judy, Scott, Eric and Michelle, Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the loss of Scott. He will always be in our hearts and memories as a great neighbor and friend. May God hold him in the palm of His hand. Love, Sue, Kevin, Megan and Kevin Jordan
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