Carlson, Marshall "Marty" Vernon Age 91, of York Gardens, Edina. Marty was born in Chicago, IL. He grew up in Des Moines, IA and moved to Bloomington, MN in 1963 where he lived for 45 years. Marshall was preceded in death by parents, Lesley J. and Mildred Carlson, Sr., wife, Harriett Lee (Lautenbach) and brother, Lesley J. Carlson, Jr. (Ruth), daughters Deanna Carlson (Gary Carter) and Paula Carlson (Michael Goldstein), grandchildren Ben Carter and Marie. Marty was a multi-letterman at East High in Des Moines and Drake University. He played professional baseball for the Yankees organization and was a career teacher and coach at Bloomington Lincoln and Jefferson. In retirement he became a certified USPTA tennis instructor and studied ballroom dancing. He was a cherished family caregiver, accomplished pianist, avid Vikings and Gophers fan and loved playing golf. Celebration of Life on Mon., Jan. 21. Visitation at 1 p.m., service at 2 p.m. and reception following. Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel, 5000 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55436, Phone: (952) 920-3996. Memorials preferred to AUSM, Autism Society of Minnesota.