Obituary of James C. Carroll

Ret. Det. Carroll, James C. of Lynbrook on August 14th suddenly at the age of 77. Born in Brooklyn, NY on April 24th 1940 to James and Marion Carroll. Beloved husband of Barbara of 49 years on August 17th. Loving father to Kristen Ann (Joseph DePace), Karen Patrice, Kathryn Lyn & Kenneth James (Aida). Adored grandfather to Ashley Ann DePace and Joseph James DePace. Brother to Sheila, John & Peter. Uncle to Sheila, James, Sean, Kelly Ann the late Thomas. Godfather to Shelagh.

Retired detective from NYPD after 26 years of dedicated service in 1987. A Vice President of security for Credit Suisse First Boston at World Trade 5 until retiring in 2001. Survivor of 1993 World Trade Center Bombing. Lifetime member of The Columbus Council Knights of Columbus. Honorably discharged from US Army in 1961 with decorations in Sharpshooting and marksmanship.

Enjoyed spending time at the lake as well as socializing w/friends and family.

Wanted to be either a priest, clown or police officer and said he became all 3.

Loved cooking. Most famous for his sausage & peppers- a lengthy but endearing process. Most infamous for his antique 'La Choy' dinner.

Story teller extraordinaire.

Lover of flannel pajama bottoms, denim shirts and country music.

Enjoying his favorite spot w/the best view on the block w/his tomatoes, birds, squirrels, storms and sunsets.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to NY Police & Fire Widows' & Children's Benefit Fund http://www.answerthecall.org/ or St. James Church United Methodist Church, Lynbrook.