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SHREVEPORT, LA - Services celebrating the life of David R. Carroll will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 28, 2011, at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Conrad Edwards. Interment will follow in Forest Park West Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
David was born October 8, 1926 in Richton, MS and spent his boyhood in Ludlow, MS. He went to be with his Lord Monday, July 25, 2011, in Shreveport. David was a member of Broadmoor United Methodist Church and a member of the Upper Room Sunday School Class.
He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a Rifle Marksman. After his discharge, he graduated from Tulane University in 1951. David also received a second degree in Geology at Centenary College of Louisiana.
David was a member of the Caddo Parish Police Jury, Jaycees, Junior Chamber of Commerce, the Shriner's, the Elks Lodge #122, and the American Legion. He was a man of many interests. David was a firm Republican. He served on the Louisiana State Central Committee. In 2004, he was honored to be a member of the Electoral Committee for former President George W. Bush.
His wife of 37 years, the first love of his life, Etta Joan Carroll, parents, W.L. and Ada Gaddy Carroll, brothers and sisters preceded David in death. Survivors are the second love of his life, his girlfriend, Mary V. Caldarera of Shreveport, LA; daughter, Diane Soderborg and husband, Steven of Mokena, IL; his son, David Richard Carroll, Jr. of Shreveport, LA; five grandchildren; and one great grandchild.
Honoring David, as pallbearers will be be Kenneth Frazier, Bill Davidson, Steve Soderborg, Richard Elliott, Don Williamson, and Whip Wilson. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Saucier, Charles Kramer, and Floyd Williamson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Carroll
Sheila LaBorde
August 17, 2011
Richard, I am very sorry to hear of your dad's death. David was the smartest person I have ever met, he was always kind in word and in deed.God bless yur family at this time.
Linda A. Carroll Wagner
August 15, 2011
To Diane & Richard,
So sorry to learn of your father's death. He & your mother were so cute together and meant for each other. The special moments and memories in your life will never change. They will always be in your heart today and forevermore. With deepest sympathy.
Richard & Glenda Carroll
August 12, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pam Fortune Martinez
July 30, 2011
Diane and Richard,
I am just hearing about your dad's passing. I am so sorry to hear this sad news. There are so many wonderful memories I have of both your Mother and Dad. They were both such special people in my life and the life of my family. My heart is very heavy for your loss.
David and Tina Langston
July 28, 2011
Richard,
We are thinking about you during this time.
David and Tina Langston
Mike Mills
July 28, 2011
Richard, I am so sorry to learn of your Dad passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God be with you in this time of need.
Reve Norman
July 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Mary and David's
family. David was always a fine
Republican and gentleman.
Reve Norman, The Villages, FL
Sheila Elkins Liner
July 27, 2011
Richard (I remember you as Richard) and Diane, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I have so many wonderful memories of your family at Cherokee Park Baptist Church. You are both in my prayers.
Jim & Marty Adams
July 27, 2011
Dianne and David - so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our prayers are with you and your extended families.
Curtis A. Wright, Sr.
July 27, 2011
David I want you and your family to know that my prayers are with you. I only met your Father once, but he left a very good impression. If there is anything that I can do please don't hesitate to ask.
Ruth Anne Johnson
July 27, 2011
So sorry to learn of your father's death. I will be praying that God will comfort you and give you His peace. (You may remember me as Marianne's cousin.)
July 27, 2011
We are thankful for his service to Our Country.
anne jones
July 27, 2011
may god wrap his loving arms around this family and comfort them during this season of their lives
Lane Webb
July 27, 2011
David was truly a fine Christian man and Patriot that always committed himself to being honest in all matters.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 27, 2011
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to David R. Carroll our Brother-in-Arms and fellow Legionnaire. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for David. And to David it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army and for his many years of dedicated service to American Legion Post 14. David you were a valued Legionnaire, a wonderful comrade, and a true Patriot. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,307 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to David’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
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