The Rev. Barbara J. Carlson

The Rev. Barbara J. Carlson died on January 28, 2025, at the age of 90 (1934-2024).

Barbara is survived by her husband John Crosby, daughters Laurel C Roberts and Dawn C Ross, as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Two memorial services are being planned, one in Baton Rouge LA, and the other in Bloomington IN.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge, 8470 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge LA 70806; or the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington, 2120 N. Fee Lane, Bloomington IN 47408. UURMaPA will contribute to the UUMA Endowment Fund in honor of our colleague’s ministry.

Notes of condolence may be sent to:

• John Crosby, 800 Bell Trace Circle #257, Bloomington IN 47408
• Laurel and Jim Roberts, 10635 Oakley Trace Dr. Baton Rouge LA 70809
• Dawn Ross, 9324 Pine Cone Court, Baton Rouge LA 70809

A more complete obituary will be forthcoming after biographical research has been completed. It will be published in an upcoming issue of Elderberries and posted on the UURMaPA website.If any readers would wish to contribute information or reminiscences, we would welcome them. Please send them to UURMaPA’s clergy obituary editor, Rev. Jay Atkinson – jayatk40@gmail.com.