Michael “Mike” Allen Carlson, 78, of Palisade died peacefully in his sleep on June 7, 2023 with his wife “Jake” and his dog Paco by his side at his home on the Mississippi, Palisade, MN. He was born November 22, 1944 in Aitkin to Charles “Charlie” and Pauline “Polly” (Perkins) Carlson. He graduated from Aitkin High School in 1962. He Earned his degree as an Airplane Mechanic - A & E License from Thief River Falls Tech. College.