Elmer Adolph Carlson, 94, of Pullman passed away May 2, 2020 at his Pullman home.  Elmer was born December 12, 1925 in St. Maries, ID to Fred William & Leila Grace (Bogardus) Carlson.  He grew up in St. Maries and following high school graduation Elmer entered the US Army.  During this time he attended Stanford University for a year until active duty took him away from his education.  He served overseas at the end of WWII and the beginning of the Korean War.  Upon his return to the states Elmer transferred to the Army National Guard until his honorable discharge.  He began his career at Boeing upon completion of his military service and had a career with them that spanned 25 years.  He made his home in Enumclaw, WA until moving to Pullman in 2009.  Elmer joined the LDS Church in 1958 and held many different positions in the church through the years.  He especially enjoyed his time as Ward Clerk.  Elmer enjoyed life and his many activities included running races that included the Seattle Marathon twice, parachuting, zip lining and being a flight instructor.  He climbed Mount Rainer twice and built his own airplane.  Later in life Elmer enjoyed radio controlled airplanes.  He is survived by his children and grandchildren.  Elmer will be laid to rest at Tahoma National Cemetery in a private ceremony.  Kimball Funeral Home of Pullman, WA has been entrusted with arrangements.