Rita J. Carlson, long time resident of Golf View Hills, beloved wife of Charles F.; loving mother of William V. and Steven; devoted grandmother of four. Former Executive Director of The National Association of Bond Lawyers and former President of Village Associates. Former Trustee of The Downers Grove Township Board for eight years.

Memorial Gathering Sunday, July 15, 3 to 8 p.m. at Coglianese Funeral Home, 7508 S. County Line Rd., (one block south of I55/Stevenson), Burr Ridge. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name to St. Thomas Hospice, 119 E. Ogden Ave., Hinsdale IL 60521 (630 856-6990) will be appreciated.