Herbert E. Carlson Jr. ’65
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July-August 2026
Herbert E. Carlson Jr. ’65 died in Kensington, Connecticut, on March 3. He came to Dartmouth from New Britain, Connecticut, via The Taft School. A government major and member of Alpha Delta, he played golf all four years, including as captain. He received his J.D. from the University of Connecticut Law School in 1969. In a distinguished career with the Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice, Herb became one of the most respected prosecutors in the state. He served as supervisory first assistant state’s attorney, tried more than 50 murder cases to verdict, and mentored generations of young attorneys. Herb received the division’s lifetime achievement award. He devoted countless hours to improving his community. He was a founder, president, and chairman of the board of The Mooreland Hill School in Kensington for more than three decades; president of the Robert C. Vance Charitable Foundation supporting numerous organizations and projects throughout New Britain; trustee of the William H. Hart Trust Fund; and held leadership roles with the Erwin Home retirement community in New Britain. In 1971 Herb and Cheryl made their home in Kensington, where they raised Matthew ’94 and Amanda. The couple spent many happy winter months in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Herb is survived by Cheryl, his wife of 57 years; Matthew and Amanda and their partners; and grandchildren Lilian, Hunter, and Carter.