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RAZA MEHMUD
May 3, 2021
Just found out today he passed. He was my English teacher when I was a Junior in 1998 at Monty Tech. May God Bless him and grant him abundant reward and a place in paradise. Amen
Michael J. Branley
July 12, 2018
Gary and I were classmates and Rooks in F Company at Norwich. He was one of three classmates from Glenridge, New Jersey. He was a great guy and classmate. I lost track of him after graduation but did hear he had entered the field of education as did I. Judging from all the previous comments, it is very obvious, he had a profound impact on his students and colleagues. This is the reason those of us who choose to spend our careers in educating the future generations do so in hopes we can have a positive impact on their lives. My sincere condolences to all his family. Rest in peace, Gary.
Mike Branley N.U. '64
Kathleen (Gemborys) Whiting
May 20, 2018
Dear Mr. Carroll,
Odd as it may seem, over the many years that have passed since junior high English grammar class, you have come to mind often. I read emails from coworkers each day, shake my head and think, Tsk, tsk, they obviously never had a Mr. Carroll. You were always patient and kind while demanding our best efforts. That year spent with you, Bob Bellefeuille and Paula Albrecht was something special, and is something for which I am ever thankful. All the memories posted on this page prove you went on to make lasting impressions on many, many young lives long after you did the same for us. I offer my sincere condolences to your devoted family and dear friends.
Sharon Holt
May 20, 2018
Marilyn,
It is with deep sadness that Steve & I send our heartfelt condolences for your loss. I pray that the hole in your heart that you feel at the moment will soon be filled with loving & happy memories of the love of your life. Gary was a beloved colleague, teacher, coach & friend to the Monty Tech community. He was always there to lend others a helping hand in time of need and to lighten a tense situation wth a humorous comment. During snowstorms he was always there helping us clean off our cars! RIP, Gary. May you find comfort through friends, family & happy memories, Marilyn.
May 6, 2018
Mr. Carroll, Gary, what can I say he towered over me as a Freshman he towers over me as I stand today. But he was as the term goes a GENTLE GIANT often times he did not even have to speak, he said more with just a look an even keeled guy, a very fair guy, would let you do the talking, he would take it all in, just enough to hang yourself he knew you knew the answer and would do the right thing then he would lower the boom, no, no just kidding He had a presence
W. E. Rivard Jr. (Jay) (SPIKE) (77-82)
May 6, 2018
I just heard about Gary's passing. He,was an incredible person. Our time working together was my privilege. His teaching and coaching skills were amazing. I will never forget our shared experiences at Narragansett. His kindness to me and my family will always be cherished. My and Maryanne's thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. May you Rest In Peace coach. John and Maryanne McDonough
David &Betty Reid
May 5, 2018
Marilyn and family, our deepest sadness over the loss Gary. He was one in a million. His kindness, caring, and humorous banter was showered freely on all who called him a friend. Gary touched so many lives for the better. As an educator and coach his legacy has left a mark on students and colleagues alike. The world is a better place, and we are better people because he was in it. Thank you Gary for all you have given us.
Dennis Cormier
May 5, 2018
My family & I wish to express our condolences to Marilyn & family members for their loss. Gary sure kept Monty Tech students on their toes. He was a great guy to work with, Sincerely Deacon Dennis Cormier
Sue Wilson
May 5, 2018
Dear Marilyn,
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your husband Gary. I only met him a few times and found him to be a down-to-earth, give-the-shirt-off-your-back kind of guy. Every time you spoke about him your face would light up and your eyes sparkled! I know he was the love of your life, your soulmate. This kind of loss is absolutely heartbreaking, and I know that words won't take away the pain, but please know that you and your entire family are in my prayers!
Love always,
Stephen Newingham
May 5, 2018
Gary was a positive influence to so many people. Talking to Gary was always a pleasure especially about times at Norwich University. All the help and assistance was appreciated. May god bless.
Lynn ROCHEFORT
May 4, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you Marilyn and your family. I am glad to have met both of you and so happy that Gary enjoyed his foot massage. You will both be missed.
Pam McBride
May 4, 2018
Marilyn,
My heart aches for you and your family over the loss of Gary. I didn't know him, but all week I've heard about the positive impact he made on people's lives--he will be missed! Sending love and prayers.
Ron Chevarie
May 4, 2018
He was a great person and a great coach that was full of life and teaching!!! He will sorely missed!!! Always had a Hey Chevy!!!!
Claudia Gauthier
May 4, 2018
Marilyn & Family, I was saddened by the news of Gary's passing. He will be remembered as a colleague, mentor and friend. May you find comfort in all the good he did for those who crossed his path.
Cathy Revell
May 4, 2018
Goodbye, my friend.
It isn't easy to teach academics at a vocational school, but your support of teachers and understanding of teenage behavior (and misbehavior) enabled all of us to interact, progress in a positive way, and ultimately do our jobs. You also improved morale using you tongue-in-cheek sense of humor, participating in coaching ad treating all in a fair and respectful manner. I have great memories: New teachers' parties, end of the year parties and coffee at the Red Checker, golf scrambles (complete with exploding golf balls), and Marilyn and me beating you and Dave in the battle of the sexes bowling match.
Rest in peace, I will miss you.
Travis Babb
May 4, 2018
Marilyn and Adam,
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. From the way I've heard you speak about him, I can tell that he was a tremendous soul who brought warmth, joy, love, and many other blessings to your lives.
Liz Flanagan
May 4, 2018
Dear Gary... you were a wonderful friend. You made me laugh every time I saw you and always welcomed me into your home. You came to my rescue more than once; bringing gas when I ran out on the way home from school, lending me your tools to do college projects, helping Marilyn post my wedding signs...I have so many good memories. The love you had for Marilyn was so special. I could see it every time I was with you two. Words can't express my sorrow.
Marty Shewan
May 3, 2018
Marilyn and Family,
Gary was an amazing person - always there for people and always full of life! I loved watching the special bond that was obvious between Marilyn and Gary. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mark and Lee Haschig
May 3, 2018
Marilyn and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Gary. He was a dedicated professional and a trusted and loyal friend. He was always willing to help out and he made himself available. (i.e. Honor's Banquet). I'll always remember the day when the school had an early dismissal due to a snowstorm, and Gary was out there cleaning off all the cars in the parking lot. Gary will be greatly missed by all who knew him. God's Blessings to you all for peace and comfort during this time.
Mary & Ray Leger
May 2, 2018
Dear Marilyn,
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Gary. We both have so many great memories of him. I really loved the humorous side of him, the bantering that would go on and on.... Just a lovely man.
Prayers for you and Adam, RIP Gary
Love,
Brent H
May 2, 2018
Marilyn,
Kim and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
May 2, 2018
Gary... You were truely one of the good guys. Thanks for your advice and help throughout my teaching career. Rest In Peace my friend. Dick C Gardner Ma
May 1, 2018
Coach, Teacher,Mentor, Friend. Learned so much about life and living in 4 short years from such great Human.
Carpie 1978
May 1, 2018
Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a fine coach and Athletic Director, but most of all he was a great person to work with and was always positive. Rest in peace Gary. Paul King Worcester, Ma.
Bob Bellefeuille
May 1, 2018
Gary Carroll welcomed me to Narragansett as a first year teacher. He was my next door neighbor and fellow English teacher. He was a great guy and a mentor to me. We had great fun competing with our classes. I can't say enough about what a kind, caring and funny human being he was. Rest in peace my friend.
Tom Thibeault
May 1, 2018
Marilyn, I am soo sorry for your loss.
Gary was many things to many different people. Always the first to offer his support and assistance to anyone in need. I'll remember him for trying to portray that Jersey "tough guy", who had a heart of gold, and a spirit for life that was second to none. Honored to have called him my friend.
Susan Alsdorf Blessington
May 1, 2018
Dear Marilyn, Courtney, And family,
Coach was one of a kind! Caring, stern, funny, thoughtful, kind to name just a few qualities. He is the source of many many fond memories both during high school and after. He will be missed by many many people but none more than you all. Prayer to you for peace, comfort and laughter to fill your hearts with the wonderful memories you shared together.
God Bless you all at this hard time!
Maribeth Clark
April 30, 2018
Dear family of Coach Carroll, my name is Maribeth Clark, oldest daughter of Tom & Mary Jean Clark. Both Mom & Dad spoke highly of Mr. Carroll. Thoughts & prayers are sent in your time of loss. May you have/find peace.
Chris McGowan
April 30, 2018
Gary was a true hero. I'll never forget the day he jumped into a pool fully clothed without hesitation to save my grandson from drowning. This is the kind of man he was. He will be truly missed and never forgotten.
Karen Jaillet
April 30, 2018
When I went to Monty tech he said oh no not another one I had 3 sisters ahead of me ,I got to know him over the yrs and he was an amazing man,he will not be forgotten .he will be missed .when he came into Cumberland farms to get coffee he would say have to get my princess one all the time .and she was his princess
Walter Paton
April 30, 2018
Mr. Carroll, you are a wonderful educator. You brought out the best in everyone. Walter Paton Class of 1977.
Gary Candelet
April 30, 2018
I knew Gary as a friend and fellow teacher
at Monty Tech.
We had many a discussion concerning our students.
I could always count on Gary's advice.
He was a great teacher and Coach, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Our Sympathy to Marilyn and family.
Gary and Linda Candelet
Dave Brisebois
April 30, 2018
I loved the Coach.
Annemarie Rouleau
April 30, 2018
Working with Gary at Monty Tech was such a wonderful experience and lots of fun. First and foremost, he was a fantastic Dean of Students - tough but fair. This earned him the admiration of both staff and students. Second, he had the greatest sense of humor, dry, but his timing was perfect. Our running comedy act was his "chauvinistic" qualities. (I still have the tee shirt "Carroll Trained" and hmmm I think you had something to do with that Marilyn)! My heart goes out to you for your tremendous loss.
Kathleen Bygrave
April 30, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He touched many lives in so many different ways throughout his years at Monty Tech. He will be missed
April 30, 2018
Marilyn, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you.
Nancy (Rines) Langley
Patricia Leblanc
April 30, 2018
The Monty Tech Vlass of 1979 extends its deepest Sympathies to Mr. Carroll's family...He will always be our English teacher and Head Football Coach...
Jessie Gauvin
April 30, 2018
I remember Mr. Carroll from my high school days. He was always the sweetest man. He was always there with a smile, a joke, something to make me smile, if I was having a rough day. Even on a great day, Mr. Carroll always had a smile, and something sweet to say. Great man, and will be missed. God bless all of you.
Jessie
Walter Hansen
April 29, 2018
I am deeply sorry the hear of his passing. Mr. Carroll was a great teacher and a fine coach. He will be missed.
Sean Ward
April 29, 2018
Gary,
My heart sank when my parents told me of your passing. You are a man amongst men, a gentle giant and I am honoured to have known you. Heres something do you to chuckle at - years ago you were helping my dad and I put together an outdoor shed. At one point, I think it was for the roof, we couldnt figure something out. I picked up the instructions and you looked at me and said instructions? I havent looked at those since we started. Needless to say, we figured it out... rather, you did without the instructions. The world is a greater place because of you Gary. You will be missed by all and the memories we have of you will be forever cherished.
Till we meet again,
Sean Ward
Ray Mahon
April 29, 2018
First as a teacher and coach,then as a colleague,fellow coach but mostly as a friend,Coach Carroll was all of these and more to me .Besides all of the life lessons he taught us the thing that I will always remember is if he called you a VOKIE it was a compliment.Rest in peace Coach.
Christine Welton (Fortin)
April 29, 2018
Starting High School was a very scary event and as I entered those doors for the first time I remember feeling as if I was going too pass out, then a voice quickly set my mind at ease. We were being greeted by this tall men with a smile from ear-to-ear and a calm comforting voice welcoming everybody and through my four years at Monty Tech, Mr Carroll continued to make his presence well-known on a daily basis greeting everybody. Always encouraging everybody set your goals and reach for them and as long as you put your mind to it there's no obstacle that you cannot overcome. This is what he did for me and I shall forever be grateful. My condolences go out to your entire family and friends, now you're being embraced in God's hands may you rest in peace.
JOAN WARD
April 28, 2018
Marilyn,
Joan and I are so saddened by the news of Gary's passing. He was such a close friend to not only me, but my entire family. Sean was so impressed by the letter Gary wrote on his behalf upon his graduation from Florida State that he still mentions it. I have lost a former neighbor and will miss a wonderful friend. God will give you and your family strength during this difficult time.
Anne Marie Cataldo
April 28, 2018
Gary was a caring and remarkable teacher. He encouraged a love for reading. I am an avid reader today because of him. He always challenged us to be our best self. He was also an incredible colleague and brought fun to any gathering. It was a privilege to have had the opportunity to be inspired by him both as his student and colleague. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you Marilyn. He touched so many lives and will be missed.
J. Landry
April 28, 2018
I'll never forget Mr. Carroll welcoming me to Monty Tech in 10th grade when I had to leave the school I was attending because I was being bullied too severely to stay there. He told me if anyone started bullying me at Monty Tech to come to him and he would handle it, and he did. It was an entirely new experience for me, to feel like someone had my back. God bless Mr. Carroll.
Bobbi O'Hare
April 28, 2018
A great man by far! Even with a stern face and tall stature. He wasn't fooling me as my principal and literature teacher at Monty Tech. He taught me a lot. As the years went on I found out by talking with him he knew my father. I am very saddened to hear of his unfortunate passing. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends. He will forever remain a deeply well respected man.
Pepper LeBlanc
April 28, 2018
Marilyn, sadness fills my heart. He had a life well lived. Very fond memories of our good times at MT. A great colleague. Peace.
Pepper
Russ & Carol Stanley
April 28, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Carroll family in this difficult time. Please accept out sincerest sympathy and know that comfort will come from above.
Paula Boutwell
April 28, 2018
Sending prayers and love to all the Carrolls.So very sorry for your loss. Girls, your Dad will always be with you and watching over you.God Bless.
Bill Laroche
April 28, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with Coach Carroll family during this difficult time! He was a great football coach and mentor for me at Monty Tech ! RIP Coach
Sherry Anderson
April 28, 2018
Marilyn and family, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. He was a wonderful teacher and coach. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patrick Newton
April 27, 2018
Rest in peace Coach!
Francine Duncan
April 27, 2018
Truly one of the best. Marilyn and family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Mark Christian
April 27, 2018
My sympathies to you and your family for the loss of Coach Carroll. I had the privilege to play for him in the mid 70's and in doing so, has had a life long impact on me. He was a great man, straight-shooter and a mentor.
My thoughts are with you.
Maria Gagnon Schoff
April 27, 2018
The Carroll Family, So sorry for your loss. Mr. Carroll was anwesome teacher when I attended Monty Tech back with the class of 1982. It appears thru the years and thru people I've talked with, Mr Carroll carried that spirited caring and selflessness thru out his life. He was a gem. Sending my thoughts and prayers as you all go thru this difficult time.
Bob Peach
April 27, 2018
Marilyn and family Im sorry for your loss of Gary. I was surprised reading Cids posting on FB.. He was a good guy. May he Rest In Peace.
April 27, 2018
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Psalms 119:76*
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