Tonya A. Carroll

Tonya, I am just now learning of your passing, and am heart broken. You were, hands-down, my favorite sprinter on our UK track team. We skinny white distance runners loved hanging with you beautiful sprinters especially you hurdlers You and Judy Thomas, RIP. We would all laugh and have so much fun on those track trips! I remember when I asked why all the black girls’ names ended in ‘a’ —Tonya, Shamika, Latisha—-you just guffawed and fired back, ‘Why do you all you white girls’ names end in...

I truly miss you such a sweet and beautiful woman

My deepest condolences to the Carroll Family. I am a year behind in knowing of Tonyas passing. But my heart ache just as much today. Tonya was a vibrant, sweet, caring person. I will always remember her beautiful smile and caring ways.

Just found out about Tonyas passing and I am so saddened. I looked up to Tonya and had a great deal of respect for her not only as woman but as a mother, wife, coach, and professional. My thoughts and prayers are with Kurt, Brittany and Brent. Rest peacefully Tonya, much love.

I am saddened to find about the passing of Tonya Carroll. As parents of children running track for the Charlotte Flight, she would often come down to the railing to watch Jarrett run, as I would Brittany (sp). She was a gentle soul and my heart and prayers go out to her family.

I am saddened to hear about Tonyas passing. We were in the Track Team in the 80s. Not only was she a great athlete; she was a great person. I remember us being at UT and she was going to race against the Tennessee Tiger Bells. I told one of Tonya couldnt wait to race them. Then told Tonya and she laughed and said, see you causing trouble. I remember that was the type of fun we had.

My sincere condolences to the family.

I had an opportunity to meet this sweet soul and I instantly loved her. Despite her medical challenges she came to Chicago and we had a ball. Although are meeting was short, I felt that I knew her for a very long time. That's her loving and accepting spirit!!! You will be missed
My beloved and Flintstone. Thank God for allowing me the sheer pleasure of meeting you!!!! Rest my friend!!!!

Rest in Peace my Northern Viking Sister.