A lifelong resident of Chelsea, Henry entered eternal rest on Thursday afternoon, June 5, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family.  He was 82 years of age.  Born and raised in Chelsea, he was the son of the late Edward J. and Eleanor M. (Bilodeau) Carson.  At 18 years of age, Henry was drafted into the US Army on April 22, 1960.  He served overseas during the start of the Vietnam War.  He was honorably discharged as a PFC on April 9, 1963.  Henry dedicated his working career as a maintenance worker at the Chelsea Soldier's Home.  He dedicated 20 years of service, before retiring in 2004. During his retirement, Henry enjoyed bingo and playing cards with his family; he was a devoted and loving family man and he especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.  He will be forever cherished by all who loved him.

Henry was the beloved husband for 41 years, to Geraldine L. "Gerry" Batstone-Carson of Chelsea.  Devoted father of Geraldine "Geri" Carson Mendonca and her husband Rafael of Everett, Edith Carson-Supino and her husband Ronald, III of Peabody.  Loving brother of Linda Richardson and her husband Al, Judith Mucci and her husband Carl, Gail Giammanco and her husband Sal and the late Albert Carson, Lorraine Dunn, Irene Carson, Mary Edith "Wootise" Adams, Clarence "Sam" Carson, Raymond "Sonny" Carson.  Adored grandfather of Tyler Mendonca, Ronald Supino IV, and Henry Supino.  Also lovingly survived by many nieces and nephews.

FUNERAL SERVICES:  Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours in the Carafa Family Funeral Home, 389 Washington Ave., CHELSEA on Wednesday, June 11, from 10:00 – 12:00 P.M. followed by a Funeral Service in the Funeral Home at 12:00 Noon.  Interment to follow at Winthrop Cemetery in Winthrop.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Henry's memory may be made to the Chelsea Soldier's Home, Recreation Department, 100 Summit Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150.

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