Lani Lin Carson's Obituary
Lani (Torkelson) Carson, age 37, passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines on Monday, April 11, 2011. Visitation will be held Thursday April 14, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. and a 10:30 a.m. funeral will follow on Friday, April 15, 2011 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care in Ames. Burial will be at the Slater Cemetery. Lani was born February 27, 1974, in Mason City IA. She was the daughter of Mel and Donna Torkelson. She graduated from Mason City High School in 1992 and received her bachelor's degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1997. Immediately following graduation, she worked for American Enterprise until October 1, 2010. On October 12, 2002, she married Lance Carson. They made their home in Sheldahl, IA; moving to Huxley, IA; in July 2009. Lani enjoyed spending time with her children Lindsay 7, Landan 5, husband, Lance and many friends. In October 2008 she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. She underwent treatment and was thought to be cancer-free in January 2010. However, in April 2010 the cancer had returned with a vengeance. Lani was always concerned for the well-being of others before herself. Even thru her treatments she was always afraid of causing hardships on others when she was in need of assistance. Her wonderful smile and gleaming spirit always shined thru no matter how badly she felt. Left to share her memories are her husband, Lance and children - Lindsay and Landan, Huxley, IA, her parents - Mel and Donna Torkelson, Mason City, a brother - Ryan Torkelson and his wife, April and their 3 children - Tyler, Treyton, Trevor, her Mother-in-law - Kaye Carson - Slater, IA, her Grandfather - Donald F Fraser of Des Moines IA, numerous Aunts, Uncles , Cousins and many special friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lani Carson Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be sent to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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