Gordon W. Carlson, age 56, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. Gordon was born in Menominee, MI on December 28, 1958 to the late Wesley and Joan (Therriault) Carlson. On September 22, 1991, Gordon was united in marriage to Kimberlee Grunewald in Bonduel. He was a handy man, always helping others and was known to his family as "Mr. Fix-It". Gordon served our country in the United States Marine Corp. He worked for the United States Postal Service for over 25 years including being the Post Master in Cecil for several years before his retirement. Gordon had a great sense of humor and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Gordon is survived by his wife of 23 years, Kimberlee; their children, Megan (Matt) Oley of Plover, Whitnee Carlson, Kelsee (Marcus Corn) Carlson, and Weslee Carlson all of Shawano; three grandchildren, Corbin, Adalynn, and Makai; his brother, Jim (Significant Other, Sue) Santy of Peshtigo; his sister, Diane (Mike) LaPlant of Marinette; his mother and father-in-law, Ione and James Grunewald of Bonduel; his brothers-in-law, Jeff and Curtis Grunewald both of Bonduel. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many friends. A funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2015 at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Rev. Timothy Shoup officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Military Rites will be conducted by the Shawano American Legion Post #117. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com