Brandon Michael Carlson, 18, Francesville died January 26, 2006 in Francesviile from injuries suffered in an auto accident.

He was born September 22, 1987, in Rensselaer, to Phillip Dean and Lori L. (Calhoun) Carlson. They survive.

He was a senior at West Central High School in Francesville. He participated with the cross country and track teams and was a member the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

He attended the First Baptist Church of Francesville and was a member of the church youth group. He was a 10-year member of the Salem Super Stars 4-H Club.

He enjoyed playing PlayStation and hanging out with friends.

Other survivors include sisters Samantha M. Carlson, Francesville and Shaina I. Carlson, Francesville; a grandmother, Phyllis Carlson, Monticello; grandparents Jack and Sharon Owens, Monon; grandparents Jim and Shirley Calhoon, Lafayette; an uncle, Jim Calhoon, Monticello; aunts Tammy Street, Lafayette, Pam Howard, Lafayette; great grandparents Robert and Lorraine Hansen, Francesville, and several cousins.

Funeral services were Sunday at Querry-Ulbricht Funeral Home in Francesville with Pastor Dennis Gutwein officiating.

Burial was at Roseland Cemetery, Francesville.