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Gerald Carroll Obituary
His beloved wife, June J. (Miller) Carroll died in 1996.
He leaves his four sons, Gerald J. Carroll, Jr. of Shrewsbury, Francis X. Carroll and his wife Anita of Oslo, Norway, Daniel H. Carroll of Mount Pleasant, SC, and Patrick J. Carroll and his wife Virginia of Springfield, VA; his brother, Kevin Carroll of Chester, CT, his two sisters, Patricia Taylor of Westport, CT and Esme Carroll of Coral Springs, FL; six grandchildren, Johanna Carroll, Erin Carroll, Sandra June Carroll, Lynette Carroll, Aileen Carroll and Kirstin Ohlsen; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Maureen Boylan of Westport, CT.
He was born in the Bronx, NYC, son of the late Dr Gerald J. and Florence A. (Donnelly) Carroll. He graduated from Fordham Prep, Class of 1948, Fordham University, Class of 1952 and University College County Cork School of Medicine, Cork, Ireland, Class of 1956. He lived in the Boston area for several years before moving to Shrewsbury more than 30 years ago.
Dr. Carroll was a member of the medical staff of Saint Vincent Hospital from 1958-2001, where he specialized in thoracic surgery. He was also affiliated with the UMass Medical School, Worcester.
He was a member of Saint Mary's parish in Shrewsbury, and the Model T Club of Central New England.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Sunday, May 17th from 2-5 PM in Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. His funeral will be held on Monday, May 18th from the funeral home with a Mass celebrated at 10 AM in Saint Mary's Church, 640 Main St., Shrewsbury. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 5005 Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244 Attention: Development Department.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Carroll
May 22, 2009
To June's boys..I'm so sorry they are both gone now. From Kathy Rooney of the St Vincent's family of caregivers
Rita Hammond
May 20, 2009
Will always remember you and JJ with lots of love. You are wonderful parents and grandparents. Rita
Helen G. Vassallo
May 18, 2009
May 18, 2009
Dear Carroll Family,
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your wonderful, compassionate father, whom I had the pleasure of knowing for over 50 years. You were blessed.
Harry & Barbara Kavoogian
May 17, 2009
May 17, 2009
We are deeply saddened by the death of this compassionate surgeon. We enjoyed many evenings discussing politics, current events, and history of which Dr. Carroll was well versed. We extend our sympathies to his loving family.
Holly Glasko
May 17, 2009
My Thoughts and prayers are with the entire Carroll Family. I worked for Dr. Carroll in his office at St. Vincent Hospital from 1993 to 1998 and he was always so kind and compassionate to anyone he came in contact with. He was a wonderful man and a Great Surgeon. He will be missed by many. God Bless.
Ann Marie Pelosky Poncet
May 17, 2009
To all the Carroll boys, my sincere condolences and sympathy on the loss of your Dad. As you well know, all of us Pelosky's share in your pain today. With love & prayers from France, Ann Marie
The Stevens Family
May 16, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the Carroll family.Dr Carroll was a Great Man and Great surgeon.He saved our Mothers life twice.God Bless.
Brian & Colleen Heanue
May 15, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Carroll family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sadness. Though we had only met Dr. Carroll a few times we rejoice in his life. Love, The Heanue Family
Br. Stephen Comeau
May 15, 2009
My deepest condolences, prayers and symoathies to the entire Carroll family on the loss of such a wonderful man.
Avinash and Nilima Patwardhan
May 14, 2009
Gerry was a very special human being. Not only was he a wonderful neighbour and a friend but an accomplished compassionate surrgeon and a collegue. We will always cherish the 30+ years of quality professional and personal relationship with Gerry and his lovely family. Gerry was truely God's gift to mankind. He will be missed by many.
May God rest his gentle soul in peace
Avi and Nilima Patwardhan
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