James Carson, Jr.

May 8th, 1942 - August 26th, 2024

James "Kit" Carson Jr., 82 of Cocoa Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024. Born on May 8, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan. Kit was raised in Doraville, outside of Atlanta, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his mom and dad, Mary and Jay Carson and brother, Tommy Carson, and daughter, Stacey Carson. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Carson; his children, Kelli Shadmani (husband Alan, daughter Amanda), Rhonda Carson (sons Blake and Chase), and Ken Carson (wife Wren, children Taylor, Mallory and Ashley); his stepsons, Jamison Ousley (wife Elena, daughter Ofelia) and James Ousley (wife Wanda, children Jacque, Trudy and Ramesh); his brothers Johnny, Bill (wife Wanda, children Becky and Austin), and Rick Carson (wife Alcira, daughters Kacey and Rachel); and numerous great-grandchildren, cousins, and extended family.

Kit served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was an A&P-licensed mechanic and taxied airplanes for Lockheed in Marietta, Georgia. For thirty years he worked for General Motors as a supervisor, retiring in 2000. In addition to his primary career, Kit also ran a successful landscape business, Sprinkler Pro. Kit was a proud member of the Cherokee Nation and a certified member of the International Tribal Council of the Cherokee Red Fire People.

With his wife, Jennifer Carson, Kit traveled extensively and was active in his church and community. He was known for his friendly demeanor. Kit never met a stranger. He often signed off his calls, "keep smiling and hug the ones you love".

A memorial service will be held on September 1, 2024, at Beckman-Williamson Funeral Home in Cocoa Beach, Florida. Visitation will be from 1:15 PM to 2 PM, followed by the service at 2 PM in the chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, DAV, or Hometown Heroes.

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Rhonda Carson

Dad you were one of a kind. You had the biggest heart. You were the best Dad that a Daughter could ever want. You were a Great Grandfather to Blake and Chase. You taught me so much. You always gave me so much encouragement and built my self esteem. Told me I could do anything and how proud you were of me. You made it possible for me to go on so many trips out west. You were the hardest working man I knew. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. Can't wait to see you again.

Published September 1st, 2024

Bill Carson

We will all miss Jimmy! He never met a stranger and was always smiling or cutting up. We will meet again…love you brother❤️ Give mom and Dad a big hug for me.

Published August 31st, 2024

Jeff & Renee Parker

We will miss seeing Kit's genuine smile on Sundays at First Baptist Cape Canaveral. But we know he is the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and we will see him again. We miss you Kit. We love you Jen. "And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Phil 4:7

Published September 1st, 2024

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