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Carl DeCarlo Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 17, 2005.

DeCARLO
CARL M.
62, of Oakdale, North Fayette Twp., died suddenly Thursday, December 15, 2005, in his home. He was born July 22, 1943, in Oakdale, a son of Mary Mackey DeCarlo of Oakdale and the late Carmen DeCarlo. Mr. DeCarlo was owner of Carl's Barber Shop in Oakdale; he was a member of St. Patrick R.C. Church, Past West Allegheny School Board President, Vice President and Treasurer; past member of Oakdale Borough Council; a member of the Oakdale Fire Department, past chair of the Oakdale Zoning Board, past president and vice president of Parkway West AVTS Board of Directors, a member of Oakdale Masonic Lodge F&AM #669. He is currently serving his fourth term and is currently Vice President of the West Allegheny School Board. Mr. DeCarlo is survived by his wife of 39 years. Mary Ann (Bozick) DeCarlo; one son, Carl Max DeCarlo of FL; one daughter, Chrisanne DeCarlo of Moon Township; two brothers, Edward DeCarlo of Moon Township and Fred DeCarlo of McDonald and a number of nieces and nephews. Deceased in addition to his father is one brother, Vincent DeCarlo. Friends will be received 7-9pm Saturday and 12-4 and 7-9pm Sunday in the THOMAS-LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale, where a Masonic Service will be held at 7:00pm Sunday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am Monday at St. Patrick R.C. Church, 7322 Noblestown Road, North Fayette Twp., Oakdale where everyone is asked to meet with Rev. William J. Schwartz as celebrant. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Carl DeCarlo Scholarship Fund, c/o National City Bank, 105 Seminary Avenue, Oakdale, PA 15071.
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December 27, 2005

Terry Jeswald posted to the memorial.

December 24, 2005

Helen Rogers posted to the memorial.

December 22, 2005

Claudia McFarland posted to the memorial.

17 Entries

Terry Jeswald

December 27, 2005

Dear Decarlo Family,

My family and I were so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. He had been cutting my son's hair since he was a little boy and never failed to make Matt(my son) laugh. In fact Matt who no longer lives at home called me on the 23rd and told me about Carl. He was very upset and told me what a great guy Carl was. We are at the little plaza where he had his shop almoat everyday and not to see Carls smiling face and warm wave will be so sad.

Our condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to his family.

The Jeswald Family

Helen Rogers

December 24, 2005

Mary, Carl Jr., and Chrissanne,

My name is Helen Rogers and my husband B.J. and I were shocked to learn today that Carl has died. I met Carl when I took my son for one of his first haircuts. He has watched as we now have four children all together. He has cut my husbands hair for years also. I wish I could put into words how kind your husband/dad was to us. He was a shining star in our life. Good conversation, good laughter and such a caring person. There aren't many people that can instantly touch your life, but Carl was one of them. We talked recipes, what was going on in our families and just to see his smile made my day. We will always miss him in our life. He touched our life more than we can tell you. God Bless You and know that our prayers are with you in this time of sadness. Our family loved Carl, he will be so missed.

Blessings,

Mrs. Helen Rogers & Family

Claudia McFarland

December 22, 2005

Dear Boots,

Bob and I were so very sorry to hear

of Carl's passing.

To us, he personified the type of person everyone should strive to be.

The love of his faith, his family,

his hometown; that's how we will

remember Carl DeCarlo.

Our sympathy goes out to you and

your family.

Sincerely, Claudia McFarland

Lori Gamble-Holtz

December 19, 2005

To the DeCarlo Family:

My deepest sympathy is extended out to all of you. May God grant you strength through this trying time.

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Chuck Shimek

December 19, 2005

DeCarlo Family:

I was shocked and saddened to hear about Carl JUST this morning!...Carl has been my barber for forever it seems. I will never forget all of the engaging conversations and laughs we have shared throughout the years at his shop...Carl will be very sorely missed in Oakdale!

With Deepest Sympathy,

Charles M. Shimek

(& Charles J. Shimek)

Karen Coleman

December 19, 2005

Carl

You and your family have my deepest sympathy. I know no words can lessen the pain. May your many memories give you comfort. You are all in my prayers.

sandy crisco

December 19, 2005

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

Barbara Fish

December 19, 2005

Our deepest sympathys from George, Barbara, George, Barbara Lynn and Pamela Fish

Beverly (Heindl) Kilburg

December 18, 2005

Dear Mary Ann,

My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your husband. May your memories give you courage and comfort in the days ahead.

Joyce Gegel

December 18, 2005

Dear Mary Ann,

I was so very sorry to hear about the death of your dear husband Carl. Carol Preniczky called me and gave me the sad news. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayer. With love,

Bill Watters

December 18, 2005

DeCarlo family

Carl was more than my barber, he was a friend, a mentor and an inspiration! He was also a good buddy to my son Liam who received his first tootsie roll from "Mr. Carl" and hasn't stopped eating them since!

I learned a lot from Carl, never be afraid to follow my dreams, enjoy life to its fullest and work hard. He also shared his passion for his great family, his pride showed in his words as well as the many pictures in his shop.

I will miss the trips to Carl's to get my haircut or to catch up on what is going on in my old hometown, but I will mostly miss just spending time with an old friend.

Although he was taken too soon, I am sure that he is in a better place catching up on gossip with my grandmother and the many friends that went before him.

God has blessed your family with a wonderful son, husband and father and the world with a wonderful man and friend.

Jan Ehle

December 18, 2005

Boots,

Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this sorrowful time. Carl and I had many good times with serving the school board together. I will always remember the great times we had on the trips and the fun times I had visiting him at the shop. Our love to all of you. Jan Ehle (Little)and Family

Cindy Morrison (Ropos) and family

December 17, 2005

Mrs. DeCarlo and Family,

I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Dad was a long time customer and I am a neighbor of Fred's. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Susan (morrow) Goewey

December 17, 2005

DeCarlo family,

My condolences on your loss. My fathaer has had his hair cut by Carl for as long as I can remember. My brother had his first haircut by him when his shop was still on the Northside of Pgh. I will always remember his great sense of humor and his contagious belly laugh.

Cliff (Brother) Palmer

December 17, 2005

Mrs. DeCarlo, Fred & Ed,

My condolences for the loss of Carl. I had a hair cut in his shop in Sept. and we had a long talk on our days on Center Ave.

Dan Augustin

December 17, 2005

Mary, Carl Jr., and Chrissanne,

I was one of Carl's customers for many years. We had many laughs as we discussed local and national politics, sports, etc. It was fun to go and see Carl. Mary, I never met you but he often spoke fondly of you. I met Carl Jr. a few times down at the shop and you could how proud he was of his son. Chrisanne, my wife Sara and sister Dee teach at WA, and they have often told me about Carl's lovely daughter. Carl was just a good guy and I extend my sympathy to your loss. I can't believe it. May God be with you in this period where you adjust to life without him. He was just a good guy.

Bless you,

Dan Augustin

Rodger Ricciuti

December 17, 2005

Carl, Chris, and Mrs. DeCarlo, I am at a loss for words. Mr. DeCarlo often reminded me of my father, and I know Carl shared a great relationship with him. He was always engaging in conversation, and very enjoyable to talk with. I miss his "standard greeting" when I answered the phone at the fire department (Ricciuti? This is DeCarlo....is DeCarlo there???) Carl and Chris, I know he was very proud of both of you - not only did he tell me so on several occasions, but he beamed whenever the conversation turned to his children. You have to take comfort in that he lived a good life, didn't suffer in passing, and is in a better place now. God bless.

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