Larry Carroll

Joseph Lawrence "Larry" Carroll, beloved husband, father, brother, son, and friend, passed away on Monday, 18 May 2020 at the age of 78 while visiting his son in Wyoming. Born in St. Inigoes, Maryland to Bernard "Pete" and Edna Carroll, Larry grew up on a farm as part of a large, Catholic family, then joined the U.S. Air Force. He married Carol Sue Keitzer of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, and they lived in Indiana, Vancouver, Washington, then settled in Maryland. After his military service, Larry worked briefly for Alcoa Aluminum, before becoming a Letter Carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. He served as an officer in the local and state union offices, represented union members at arbitration and continued that work even after his retirement from the post office. Larry and Carol raised six children; he was a Boy Scout leader and an active member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Larry loved the outdoors, camping, hiking in the National Parks, fishing, farming, extensive road trips, cooking, spending time with friends, and above all, he loved his family. He was honorary 'Dad' and 'Grandpa' to countless kids, and he volunteered time in community service. He was well known by all as a source of wisdom, kindness, and help. He is survived by his wife, Carol; his children: Sherri, Lawrence, Terence, Suzanne, Anthony, and Mark and his wife Angie; his grandchildren: Kristopher, Troy, Anthony, Emily, Anna, Kelly, Amanda, Tristan, Erin, Eric, Brenton, and Evelyn; great granddaughter Evelyne Rose, as well as many siblings and cousins. A celebration of his life will be held at a location and date to be determined.