Obituary of Robert Carroll

Robert Edward Carroll, passed away at Lowell General Hospital on Thursday afternoon, December 24, 2009. He was 77 years old. Mr. Carroll was born in Lowell. He was the son of the late Edward and Alice Carroll. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving his country in the United States Navy. He was a Navigation Engineer while serving in the Navy. He worked as a Postman most of his life in the Lowell area. Prior to working as a Postman he worked at Raytheon. Mr. Carroll had a great work ethic and worked two jobs most of his life. He enjoyed “duck pin” bowling. He was an avid sports fan and followed most all Boston sports teams. He also enjoyed going to Foxwoods. He will be dearly missed. Mr. Carroll was the beloved father of Kathleen LaPorte of Hudson, NH, Theresa Carroll of San Diego, CA, and the late Robert James Carroll. He was the brother of Rev. Edward “Ned” G. Carroll of Regina Cleri of Boston. Grandfather of Alyssa and Charlie LaPorte. Father-in-law of Peter LaPorte of Hudson, NH. Former husband of Estelle “Sandy” Carroll of Chelmsford. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn on Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends respectfully invited to attend. Memorials in Robert’s name may be made to Regina Cleri Priests Residence of Boston, 60 O'Connell Way, Boston, MA 02114 or a charity of one’s own choice.