Dolores Ann Carlson, age 83, of Waterford, passed away on Wed, Feb 2, 2022. She was born on Nov 10, 1938 in Waco, TX to parents Florentino and Margaret Barron. At the age of 4, her family moved to Pontiac, MI.
Dolores retired from Pontiac Motor Division after 28.5 years of dedicated service. She was a longtime member of St. Perpetua Catholic Church in Waterford. Dolores enjoyed music, playing piano, crocheting, crossword puzzles, Words With Friends and cooking. She had a special love for children, especially babies. She was often referred to as the Baby Whisperer. She loved family gatherings and games they played. Her family was always amazed at her knowledge of Trivial Pursuit. Dolores will be remembered for her kind heart and generosity by all who knew her.
Dolores is survived by her husband of 56 years, Ted Carlson; daughter, Cara Carlson; honorary son, David Borovoy; siblings: Florentino “Joe” (Sheila) Barron and Virginia (the late Mike) Bell; nieces and nephews: Stephanie (Scott) Robertson, Mark (Laura Morales) Bell, Andrea (Jim Powers) Barron, Rick (Jane) Carlson, Darla Carlson, Kathy Carlson, Gayla (the late Ron) Pijanowski, Steve (Martha) Smith, Marty Smith, Curt (Penny) Smith, and Rhonda Rachar; great nieces and nephews: Tyler Robertson, Riley Robertson, Kendall Robertson, Kye Snodsmith, Jackson Fraley, Samuel Stepinski, Luna Bell and Lucas Bell; cousins: Dee (Charles Bachi) Moreno, Dolores Bridge; special friends: Judy (AJ) Goll, and Yolanda (Bill) Chapa.
She was preceded in death by both parents; brother, Frankie Barron; aunts and uncles: Mary & Alfred Martiniaz (Tia and Tio) and Clara and Manuel Moreno; niece, Lisa Snodsmith; nephew, Guy Smith; cousins: Ophelia Navarro; Manuel Pelaez; Pete Pelaez. As were her wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial mass will be held at a later date.