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Philip Carroll Obituary
Phil was born in New Orleans, LA on September 24, 1937, and graduated from Jesuit High School.
He received his B. S. degree in Physics from Loyola University and his M. S. degree in Physics from Tulane University. Phil enjoyed a long career with Shell Oil Company where he served as the President and Chief Executive Officer. He retired from Shell in 1998 and then became the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fluor Corporation in California.
After retiring from Fluor, he was appointed the First Senior U. S. Adviser to the Iraqi Oil Ministry and was awarded the Joint Civilian Service Achievement Award for his service in Iraq.
Phil served on the Board of Regents of The University of Houston, on The Board of Trustees of Tulane University and was an Honorary Life Member of the American Petroleum Institute. He also gave his time and talents to numerous civic, corporate and philanthropic organizations.
Phil is survived by his wife of 55 years, Charlene.
He is also survived by his son Phil of Birmingham, AL, his wife Karen, and their children Phil and Grace, by his son Kenneth of New Orleans, LA, his wife Stephanie, and their children Charles and William and by his son Bruce of Atlanta, GA, his wife Gabriela, and their children Dillon and Aidan.
Donations in Phil's memory may be made to The Boys' and Girls' Club of Greater Houston 1520-A Airline Drive Houston, TX 77009
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Carroll
WILLIE JOHNSON
July 8, 2023
I worked for Phil when he was Division Production Manager at Shell's Western Division in Houston in 1975. I was fresh out of college, hired as an engineer. Everyone spoke highly of Phil.
Billy Paulk
October 5, 2020
I always enjoyed our rides to and from the mountain home in NC; his quiet place getaway.
Deborah Meek
September 7, 2019
I am years late in expressing my condolences, but I just found out that "Mr. Carroll", as he will always be known to me, passed away. I had the honor of working for him at Shell Oil when he was V.P. Public Affairs. At the time, we worked with the Natural Gas Supply Association, and he led the first grassroots lobbying campaign ever sponsored by the energy industry - to fight re-control of natural gas. We won, thanks in great part to his leadership, and the ng industry was forever changed because of deregulation of natural gas. I could write many pages about this, but bottom line, millions of consumers can thank Mr. Carroll for the lower gas prices they have realized these last thirty years because of his efforts. "Old gas" and "producer" decontrol was followed by pipeline decontrol . . . electric. . . and now we have retail decontrol beyond the citygate. That is quite a legacy!! Thank you, Mr. Carroll for letting me be part of your team. I honor and respect you always.
Terren & Karen Roark
November 10, 2014
Karen and I are saddened to hear of Phil's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this trying time.
November 5, 2014
Phil was one of the finiest men to grace our lives. He will be missed. Our condolences to Charlene and Sons.
Sue Roark
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Valerie Roark
November 3, 2014
Don and I are so sad to hear about Phil. He was one of those really GREAT men that will be greatly missed. I would love to hear from you! Love to all of you...
Valerie Roark
[email protected] or 702-612-1736
Kitty Borah
November 3, 2014
I am saddened that this world has lost Phil Carroll. He was a quiet man and a great man and a credit to those who knew him. I was proud to have worked for him and with him at Shell; I will always admire and respect his memory and his accomplishments. My heart goes out to Charlene and to his sons. He truly was one of the good guys.
October 13, 2014
May the bereaved family of Mr. Carroll be comforted by reflecting on the many wonderful memories that you can treasure forever. You have my deepest sympathy.
donald frilot
October 13, 2014
Charlene: Ursula and I are saddened to learn about Phil's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences---don frilotnald
October 13, 2014
Our condolences and sympathy goes out to Charlene and her family. I'm very sadden about Phil's passing. It was my privilege to work for "Mr. C." while he was living in California. I've lost (both) a man I respected and a friend.
David & Victoria Bird
Irvine, Ca.
October 13, 2014
Tere joins me in sending our condolences to the Carroll family. Phil served with distinction at the UHS Board of Regents. It was a honor to know him and to serve with him.
Eduardo Aguirre
October 13, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 13, 2014
May Phillip be at peace with his heavenly father. Ken, may God comfort you and your family at this time.
Love and Prayers,
Harriet Rouhana
October 12, 2014
May the God of all comfort help your family to endure during this time of grief.
October 12, 2014
Our condolences to all of the Carroll family. I was fortunate to work for Phil in a number of positions at Shell Oil and greatly enjoyed our relationship.
Dick Poole
Dee
October 12, 2014
My condolences to the Carroll family. May your heavy hearts find a measure of comfort in the love of one another and in the support of the greatest comforter, our Heavenly Father – Psalms 119:76
Bob Dumaine
October 11, 2014
Deepest sympathy to the Carroll Family and all who knew Phi1. We have lost a Great Man, Leader, and Friend!
Bob Dumaine; SAK, Loyola, Shell, Army.
Jazmin
October 11, 2014
My deepest condolences to the family. May you lean on God for comfort and strength. ( John 11 : 25 )
C Lightfoot
October 11, 2014
My deepest sympathy for Philip. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 119:76
Mathilde & Jimmy Nelson
October 11, 2014
Dear Carroll family, our deepest sympathy at this special time.
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