RAYMOND L. CARSON

Raymond L. Carson, age 94, passed away Monday, June 17, 2024 at Avera Majestic Bluffs Hospice House in Yankton, SD. His services are pending with Olson Funeral Chapel in Britton, SD. A full obituary will be posted in a later edition.

Condolences may be directed to the family in care of Mary Jo Renner – 502 James Place – Yankton, SD 57078. An online guestbook and obituary are available at www.olsonfuneralchapel.

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