Veteran Gives the Gift of Sight

Veteran Gives the Gift of Sight
Every Life Has a Story

Ralph R. Carlson was born in Indiana in 1954. He graduated from high school in 1973 in Iowa and enrolled in the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War era. He was employed as an IT technician for many years and enjoyed all things involving technology (IT) and computers. His other interests included watching movies, going to the casino, and construction. Ralph had four children, eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, five siblings, and many nieces and nephews. He will be remembered for his bright blue eyes, his sense of humor, his unique laugh, and his heart for helping people. Ralph's family is comforted in knowing that he was able to bless others for years to come through tissue and cornea donation; a superhero to many.