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In Loving Memory
Regina Bier Carlson
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3/7/2010
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Regina Bier Carlson went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 7, 2010 surrounded by her loving family.
Regina, or “Gina” as she was known, was born in Cavasso Nuovo, Italy. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Columbus, Ohio. She studied opera at the Julliard School of Music in New York City, where she enjoyed a promising singing career until she met and fell in love with her husband, Carl Gustav Carlson. She turned from her professional singing aspirations to be a loving wife and devoted mother. She and Carl recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends on August 8, 2009.
She never lost her passion for singing and she continued to sing in several church choirs and for other special occasions. She also enjoyed reading, family time, and any Gator sporting event.
She is survived by her husband, Carl, son, Eric Peter Carlson, daughter, Terri (Tony) Milikin and grandchildren, Carlson, Christian, and Caroline Milikin.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Pietro and Frida Bier and two brothers, Louis Bier and Louis Francis Bier.
A vigil service will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 8:30 PM. A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 11, at 12:00 PM. Entombment will follow the Mass at Forest Meadows Memorial Park Central Mausoleum, 4100 NW 39th Avenue.
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Online Condolences
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Tom Pye
Gainesville
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Friend
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Gina, such a wonderful loving person. From the day I met Gina it was clear to me that she loved with her whole heart. This love was exhibited to her husband, her children, her grand-children and her many many friends. I feel your loss...and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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3/8/2010
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From:
Jim and Betty Parrish
Alachua
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Friend
Gina was a lovely woman and we will miss her terribly. Her beautiful smile and delightful personality were evident everywhere she went. She was a true friend who will never be forgotten.
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3/9/2010
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Wray Ramsey
Alachua
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friend
I remember very clearly the first time I met Gina. I was working at a little clothing store called Jacqueline and she stopped in to look around. She made an instant wonderful impression on me and we remained friends over the years. Even when the store closed she would still stop in at my new job to say hello. I always lit up when I saw her smile. She and Carl even attended my wedding in March of 2003. She and her beautiful spirit will be greatly missed. We are all so fortunate to have such a beautiful angel looking over us now.
Wray
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3/9/2010
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Mary Kelly-Brown
Gainesville
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Friend
I can still hear her beautiful voice singing, she was standing next to me in Holy Faith Church at Sunday Mass and we bumped heads when we sat down and started to laugh. I knew then we would be friends. She shared her gift of singing whenever she could. I feel grateful to have known her She will be missed by all
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3/9/2010
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From:
Sue Goodwin
McIntosh
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Friend
Gina was a delightful, gifted person who will be truly missed by her many friends. She made me feel better just to see her smile.
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3/9/2010
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Frank and Amy Moore
Richmond
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friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with each member of your family. Take comfort in knowing that the souls of the just are in the hands of God.
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3/9/2010
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From:
Larry and Carol Hinton
Gainesville
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friends
Our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Gina. She will be missed by all who knew her. The Hintons
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3/10/2010
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From:
Sharon Smith
Gainesville
Relationship:
friend
Gina was a wonderful beautiful person. I always admired her for her graciousness and quiet dignity. She and her quick smile will be missed.
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3/10/2010
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CD and Connie Thompson
Gainesville
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Friend
To the family, please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Regina was such a wonderful person, always smiling and positive. We feel blessed to have known her.
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3/11/2010
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From:
Sylvia Borrero
Gainesville
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Friend
I met Gina working as a pharmacist at Hunters Crossing, she was always in a cherry mood. It was a delight to see her specially during football season,always the go gator girl.
I will miss her dearly.
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3/11/2010
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From:
Heidi
Tampa
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Gina was my mom's best friend
Thank you so much, Gina, for being such a good friend to my mother. I will always remember you very fondly. Rest in peace.
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3/12/2010
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