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BORN
1996
DIED
2020
Tara Carroll Obituary
She is survived by mothers Sonya Fields and LaVonna Currey; sisters, Amanda Pope and Roselie Carroll; LaVonna Currey's family, Arron Hanley, Nathan Hanley, Andrew Hanley, William Carpenter (brothers), Heather Currey, Kylee Anders, Jasmine Hanley, Krysten Napoleon, Lauren Hanley, Kiara Currey and Kendra McCarty. Also, additional fathers, Jeff Currey and Robert Carpenter. Tara has many cousins, a niece, nephews, grandmother Loree Fields, many aunts, uncles throughout the Yukon Flats. Tara was preceded in death by father, Terence Rodrick Carroll; paternal grandparents, Alice Joseph-Carroll and Albert Carroll Sr., and maternal great-grandfather, Issac Fields.
Tara was a longtime resident of Fairbanks, where she lived since leaving her childhood home in Circle at the young age of 6. She graduated from West Valley High School in 2017 and was an ambassador of smiles and love. She loved to hum, giggle, smile and laugh. She also enjoyed hugging the ones she loved whenever she could.
A funeral was held on Friday, July 3, 2020, at the JP Jones Center, 2400 Rickert St, Fairbanks, AK 99701. Burial was held at the Birch Hill Native Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Fairbanks Resource Agency at 805 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701. 907-456-8901.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tara Carroll
Linda Capoun
July 1, 2024
Her smile still touches my heart. Thank you for sharing her love and bringing me into my life.
Linda Capoun
July 1, 2021
Her award winning smile could, would, and did end many a bad day for me and countless others. She was a teacher of empathy, sympathy, and love. Tara also knew her own mind and wasn´t afraid to express her opinion. She was the real deal. We were better people to have her in our lives and the world was a better place with her in it. Her sweet soul is missed and loved.
Missy Gordon
July 9, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tara's families. I remember meeting Tara when she was little and had just moved to Fairbanks. I have a vivid memory of the joy she took in exploring her school when someone underestimated how quickly she could move. I was one of those who did and her glee when I caught up to her was a joy to see. Although I never got the chance to work with Tara again, that memory is one of the highlights of my career in education. I hope everyone gets to have a Tara in their life, no matter how briefly.
BOBBY LASALLE
July 8, 2020
Tara, so loved by so many and taught us all so much. Tara was blessed to have LaVonna as her adopted mother who always made sure to include her birth family in their lives. LaVonna, your giving of so much of you to so many lucky children whom you chose to be yours; my heart is so heavy for you. This gaping hole in your heart is one that you will never get over. Just know that you have so many people who love you and are here to help you whenever you need it. Don't be afraid to call. I love you my friend.
Brooklynn Trigg
July 7, 2020
It was always a joy seeing her around school, her smile always made my day so much better. Hearing Tara come down the hall was always a good reason to take a detour before going back to class.
Tara, thank you for your hugs and laughter when i needed it most. You are a beautiful women, inside and out. God bless sweetheart❤
Rhonda Frost-Gillen
July 7, 2020
We know she was well loved by LaVonna, Bob and the girls. RIP sweetie~
Cathy Nichols
July 7, 2020
I also will remember Tara's smile, the love LaVonna and Bob gave her, and the thrill we felt the first day she walked.
Cathy Nichols
July 7, 2020
I also will remember Tara's smile, LaVonna and Bob's love, and the thrill we felt the day she first walked.
George Beu
July 7, 2020
LaVonna and family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you have many good memories to ease the pain a little.
Jacki Barkdull
July 7, 2020
Tara was a sweet girl. Im so sorry to hear of her passing. Many prayers for comfort and peace.
Shirley Harris
July 7, 2020
So sorry to read this. I have so many memories of working with Tara. She taught me lots! I worked with her at Building Blocks and the school system. So beautiful and bright! LaVonna thinking of you and all your family. Love and comfort in the time of your loss. Shirley Harris
Rebecca Lewis
July 7, 2020
My sincerest condolences to your family. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Linda Capoun
July 7, 2020
As a child she was so head strong but her victories which were many and were like winning the lottery. You couldn't be frustrated for long with her when she tossed her award winning smile your way. You were such a blessing to her life and she to you. I know what you are going through and big gaping wound in you chest is hard to walk around with but I know what a loving giving person you are am confident you will take steps forward because of your love for others. Love and miss you my friend.
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