Dorothea B. Carlson (nee Hauer) of Mt Laurel passed away on Friday, October 26, 2018. She was 84 years old. Born on January 22, 1934 in Philadelphia, Dorothea liked to travel, and especially enjoyed attending the US Navy reunions. Beloved wife of John “Bud” Carlson, loving mother of Carl (Connie) Carlson, and Garry (Judy) Carlson, dear sister of William (Grace) Hauer, cherished grandmother of Rebecca, Eric (Alyssa), Casey and Kristina (Robert) Wood, proud great grandmother of Jace and Adalyne,and sister of the late Florence Gerhart.A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 4th, 1 pm at The Happy Hour Club, 746 E. Laurelton Ave., Maple Shade, followed by a celebration of Dorothea’s life until 4 pm. Memorial contributions may be made C/O Association of the US Navy @ausn.org/donate.