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Roger Carney Obituary
North Oxford - Retired LTC Roger F.X. Carney, 81, died Thursday, October 8, 2015 at St. Vincent Hospital Worcester after a sudden stroke. Roger was born October 20, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY. He is the son of the late Frank and Clara (Muller) Carney.
Roger was a devoted father and is survived by his three sons: Kevin Carney of Norwich, CT, Stephen Carney of Zurich, Switzerland and Brian Carney of Austin, TX; his former spouse of 28 years, Linda Bowlus Carney of Worcester.
Predeceased by his sister, Barbara Carney of Hempstead, NY.
Roger graduated B.S. Industrial Economics, M.S. Industrial Administration, Purdue University; M.A. Education, University of Connecticut. He retired as the Director of the Fischer Institute at Nichols College in 2004; Dean of Students, Nichols College 1985-1999. He served his country on active duty for 28 years. Served in Korea as a Marine Corps Staff Sergeant 1954-58; was commissioned as an Army officer 1960-1984; Vietnam War veteran; commanded the 15th Ordnance Battalion Darmstadt, Germany; last assignment was Professor of Military Science and Department Head, Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. He belonged to Alpha Sigma Phi, Pi Lambda Theta, Worcester Committee on Foreign Relations, Worcester Economic Club, and many other public and foreign policy organizations. He enjoyed skiing, cycling, travelling, scholarly reading, classical music, European history, and current events. He deeply loved aviation. He was a licensed pilot, and built and flew model airplanes.
A memorial service will be held 11:30 A.M. on Friday, October 16, at Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Ave., Dudley, MA. Calling hour will be at 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. at the Bartel Funeral Home. Burial will be at Massachusetts National Cemetery Bourne, MA at 11:00 A.M. Monday, October 19.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.org or a charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roger Carney
Henny B. Beringer
November 4, 2015
Dear Linda, dear "Knaben" as my boss LTC Carney used to say in high class German!! Peter and I want to let you know, that our thoughts and empathy are with you and the family. I've had the honor of working for you both as Command Team and it has been a pleasure. It has been a while since I've heard last from my old boss and you, nevertheless, it has been a shock to find out about your loss. May you find peace in the thought that he didn't have to suffer. Henny and Peter, Nandlstadt, Germany
October 15, 2015
Heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son's father and family celebrations together. May the good memories sustain you all. Gini Johnson
Paul Naylor
October 15, 2015
A great friend and colleague. I learned a great deal, both personally and professionaly, from him.
COL (Ret) Roy and Betty Willis
October 14, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Jay
October 14, 2015
Dear friend Linda,
My thoughts are with you at this very stressful time. Take care of yourself. Love, Linda J.
DJ Allen-Rice
October 13, 2015
Linda, I was so sorry to hear of your loss, know there are many of us who have you in their thoughts right now.
DJ
Karen Fleming
October 13, 2015
"When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." -- Leonardo da Vinci
He spoke often of his love of flying and I admired his zest for life. It is with great respect that I offer my sincere condolences .
Linda Wyatt
October 12, 2015
Dear Linda,
My condolences.
Jean McInerney
October 12, 2015
Linda, my sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Jean McInerney
Matthew Walker
October 12, 2015
Sorry to hear of LTC Carney's passing. Knew him through ROTC at WPI and as a student at Nichols College. What a wonderful man!
Dr.Timothy
October 12, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
Rich M
October 11, 2015
Sorry to hear about Roger He was a wonderful man and so good to our friend Eileen our neighbor He will be missed by many of us here
October 11, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about Roger. He was good friend for many years and as interested in international news as I am. We used to see each other regularly at the Worcester Foreign Affairs meetings. Sasha Tipper
Tom and Lisa Devine
October 10, 2015
We are so sorry for the loss of such a genuine and caring man. Roger means so very much to our family and he will be deeply missed. We are keeping the Carney family close to our hearts and in our prayers during this very difficult time.
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