Age 66 of Kalamazoo passed away Sunday afternoon, February 23, 2025. Jeff was born in Kalamazoo on July 13, 1958, the son of Eric L.J. and Lois Jean (Tamplin) Carlson. He was a graduate of Comstock High School and worked for many years at PNC, and later at Meijer. Jeff was an avid model railroader. Jeff is survived by his sisters, Jill Calrson of Kalamazoo and Jean (Benny) Sawin of Chicago; nieces, Grace Sawin and Riley Sawin, both of Chicago; and many friends. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents.