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Carlos Arrington Obituary

PHILADELPHIA - Carlos Anthony Arrington, 37, passed into the presence of the Holy Father on Friday, May 18, 2007. Born in Rocky Mount, he was the only child of Shirley Arrington and Clarence (Ida) Arrington. Carlos lived much of his life in Durham, N.C., where he earned a degree from N.C. Central University. In 2003, Carlos relocated to Chesapekae, Va., with his wife, Keli Scott Arrington. Carlos was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Inc. and Fourth Baptist Church, Portsmith, Va. A celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m. May 23, 2007, at Union Hill Baptist Church in Nashville. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at H.D. Pope Funeral Home Chapel, Rocky Mount, N.C. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hdpopefuneralhome. com.

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Published by Rocky Mount Telegram on May 22, 2007.

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Sheila

June 7, 2007

My Heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I'm praying for healing and that God may surround you with love and friends always.

Renee Barbour

June 3, 2007

Shirley,
One of my fond memories of teaching with you were your Carlos stories. I think of all the roles you have played and I believe you probably enjoyed the role of mom the best. I know you will miss him greatly. I pray God will continue to give you strength.

Love,
Renee Barbour

Renee Barbour

June 3, 2007

Shirley,
One of my fond memories of teaching with you were your Carlos stories. I think of all the roles you have played and I believe you probably enjoyed the role of mom the best. I know you will miss him greatly. I pray God will continue to give you strength.

Love,
Renee Barbour

Carrie Arrington-Worsley

June 3, 2007

Clarence, Ida,Shirley,Kelli,
I know that you have precious memories of time spent with Carlos. He was the best of all of us and carried the pain of the world on his shoulders, the joy of life was in his smile, let us fellowship was in his walk. Our family will hold these memories forever because Carlos was what made us whole. Carlos will keep us together as did the passing of our parents and syblings for he is with them in the Lord and they will take care of him in ways that we could not. You were the best Dad,Mom,Wife anyone could ever hope for remember that, I know Carlos told me that many times.
Loving You Always,
Carrie Jean & John Laurence

Jane Waddell

May 31, 2007

Ms. Arrington,
I was sorry to hear about the death of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Eugene Harris

May 29, 2007

I just recieved the news about Carolos. Carlos and I won a National Award together on 2000 from the Roundtable Associates, Inc. I am extremely sadden by this and send my prayers to all of his family and friends.

Donny Pridgen

May 29, 2007

Carlos will definitely be missed but Heaven just received a bright, caring, and gentle man that will be take a bright smile with him. C/O '88.

Lanita Westry-Lynch

May 27, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Reginold Jones

May 24, 2007

You always had a way of making people smile just by your presence alone. I will miss you and your memory will inspire me for years to come.

vernice lee-smith

May 24, 2007

Shirley, I am very sorry about the loss of your son,May God Bless you and your family.

Michelle McKinney

May 23, 2007

My thoughts and sincere prayers are with the entire family. I had the privilege to work with Carlos and I am deeply moved by his passing. His light and life will not be forgotten.

Tamala Burress

May 23, 2007

My prayers are with you and your family. May God's love keep you and bless you during this time. (fellow ECSU Viking)

Nicole Cooper

May 23, 2007

My prayers are with you Arrington Family. May God continue to strengthen and keep you during this time. God bless.

Mary Ann Gordon

May 23, 2007

I am very sorry for y'all's loss. Carlos and I worked together at Chicos and Ragazzis. He was a great guy and really brought happiness with him whenever he was around. I pray y'all will be able to find peace in this painfull time.

Terrie Mozingo & Family

May 23, 2007

To the entire Arrington family I am sorry to hear about Carlos passing away. I remember him from Northern Nash and know that he will be missed by all.

Always cherish the good times you enjoyed and my family and I will keep all of you in our prayers.

Michelle Watts

May 23, 2007

To the Family of Carlos Anthony Arrington,

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loving son, husband and friend. I attended Elizabeth City with Carlos and he always had that radiant smile when he greeted you and he was a gentleman.

Please be encouraged.

Peace & Abundant Love,

Michelle L. Watts "Micki"
Elizabeth City c/o '91

Dept. of Curriculum and Instruction, N.C. A&T State University

May 23, 2007

Dr. Arrington,
The Faculty and staff from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at N.C. A&T State University would like to extend our heart felt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May God Bless you and keep you. Please know that we are praying for you during this difficult time.

Deneen Peart-Tyler

May 23, 2007

I was truely saddened to learn of Carlos' passing. His smile was one to be remembered. Whenever I see the sun, I will remember the light that shined through Carlos.

With much love,
Deneen Peart-Tyler

Sylvia Mason

May 23, 2007

Dr. Arrington and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to imagine the pain in your heart. Know that GOD will take care of you in the days to come. Stay close to your faith; be well and blessed.

TIKI SHARPE-LAWRENCE

May 23, 2007

MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, DURING YOUR TIME OF GRIEF AND SORROW. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO COMFORT AND BE WITH YOU.

William Duff

May 23, 2007

May the Lord look upon your family and console you in knowing that your loss is sitting beside him and watching over you! Lord bless your family.

Renel "Ren 10" Sample

May 23, 2007

May God give your family strength at this trying time. Carlos is part of the ECSU Viking family and will be remembered.

Melvia Batts

May 23, 2007

Shirley, I am thinking of you in this most difficult time and praying that God will bring you comfort in the days to come.

Charles Coble

May 23, 2007

Shirley and Ida, there is certainly no greater loss to suffer than the loss of one's child. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ned Clark

May 23, 2007

Carlos was a good friend. It was nice to run into him from time to time in Raleigh/Durham. He will be missed. My prayers go up for you at this difficult time.

Dennis Knight

May 23, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.Carlos and I knew each other from when he attended Eliz. City State Univ.He was a real cool guy!

Constance Hymes

May 23, 2007

Earth has no sorry that Heaven cannot heal. Ida my prayers are with you, Clarence and the Arrington family.

Shelia Mckinnon-King

May 23, 2007

To the Arrington Family,my prays and thoughts are with you.You have my sympathy.(classmate:Shelia Mckinnon) May 23,2007

Angelo Burstion

May 23, 2007

Carlos was a special friend to all of us -- he will surely be missed! I pass along my condolences and many prayers to the family.... although he may be gone, he will never be forgotten.

Carolyn Westry-Morgan

May 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Enetria T Hector

May 23, 2007

Keli,
Please know earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Remember we do not mourn as those who have no hope. But our hope lies in the Lord. I love you and you are in my thoughts & prayers at this time. I know the Lord will see you through. He always has...He always will.

God is your "I AM"
There will always be enough, exceedingly abundantly enough, to meet every need...face every problem...walk through every difficulty...stand through every trial...overcome every trial...overcome every struggle. The "I AM" is your source, your confidence, and your Victory. - Roy Lessin

Love you, Trenice Hector

Barbara Lewis Sellars

May 23, 2007

May God be with you. My family will keep you in our prayers.

Ann McCrimmon

May 23, 2007

You are on my mind and in my prayers. My deepest sympathy.

Deborah W. Jackson & Family

May 23, 2007

Shirley -
We are so very sorry for your loss...he will live on in the hearts of all who loved him.

Patricia Chappell

May 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michael/Shavena Dickens

May 23, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

cornell pitts

May 23, 2007

To the Arrington Family, Always remember that carlos is absent from the body, but present with the LORD!

Freda Cotton

May 23, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tokie Sharpe Dawkins

May 23, 2007

My deepest sympathy is extended to the family. You are in my prayers. Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. God will take care of you.

ANITA SMITH

May 23, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Paul Council

May 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Carlos was a close friend of mine during our years at Elizabeth City State Univ. I can remember all of the times that he made me laugh because of his antics and his personality; I can't recall too many times when he didn't wear a smile on his face. I know that he is with Our Father now and will be smiling down and watching over us..

Loneita Battle

May 22, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Rose Artis

May 22, 2007

May God forever bless your family in times like these. Our thoughts and prayers will forever be with you. (Your classmate)

sonya Battle

May 22, 2007

Shirley,

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Sonya Battle and Family

Angela Cooper

May 22, 2007

May the LORD continue to bless you and your family. The Cooper and Battle families express our condolences during your time of bereavement.

Martha Noel

May 22, 2007

Trust in the Lord, He will comfort you and your family.

Cynthia Hammond

May 22, 2007

Shirley,
We, at Winston Salem State University are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Russell & Cellosa Hicks

May 22, 2007

Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. Know that Carlos will live on in you. It is still difficult to imagine this loss, but find peace in knowing that he is smiling down on you.

Our Deepest Sympathy

Marquette Moore

May 22, 2007

My prays and condolences go out to your entire family .

Loretta Avent

May 22, 2007

Cherish the memories of your loved one and look to God for strength during this difficult time.

Janice Neal

May 22, 2007

Shirely, Clarence and Ida,

Harold and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

We will continue to keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

Harold and Janice Neal

Stephanie Brown

May 22, 2007

May God continue to bless our family even in times of sadness. His smile will forever remain in our hearts.
Love your cousins...
The Harrison's

Ibrahim Ullah

May 22, 2007

May the family find comfort and solice in this time of need. Carlos is a dear friend and will be missed.

Helen Hines Hunter

May 22, 2007

Shirley,
God needed another light to sparkle in the sky. He selected the beautiful smile of Carlos to brighten the atmosphere because He knew that his smile would bring eternal joy to the Heavenly Hosts.

Brenda Bandy

May 22, 2007

Shirley, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God has a special way of healing. You have many wonderful memories to hold on to. My prayers for you and your family.

Veronica Barnes

May 22, 2007

May God comfort and keep you during this time of sorrow. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Veronica Lynch Barnes (former classmate Northern Nash)

Michael Harrison

May 22, 2007

Thinking of you at this time and praying for your strength as you face tomorrow.

Antonio Clark

May 22, 2007

My deepest condolences goes out to the family.

Doris Bridges

May 22, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Glenda Richardson- Ellis

May 22, 2007

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Tammie Bunn

May 22, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God continue to heal, deliver in a time of sorrow. God Bless You!(Tammie Bunn (former classmate at Northern Nash and North Carolina Central of Durham, NC)

Jessica Wren

May 22, 2007

Natasha, I know he meant a lot to you and your family. You are all in my prayers during this difficult time.

Barbara Wright

May 22, 2007

The LORD will take care of you, continue to pray and beleive in HIM.

Richard & Hilda Parker

May 22, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

MITTIE BRYANT

May 22, 2007

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS

Patricia Freeman-Reid

May 22, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Krista Pride

May 22, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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