Barbara Louise Carroll
On the afternoon of Saturday, January 27, 2024, Barbara Louise Carroll passed away at the age of 77 in Tucson, AZ. Barbara's life was shaped by love of family, country and faith. Her journey began with her birth into the family of Otto and Irene Schild on a dairy farm in Tillamook, OR. She graduated from Oregon State University, starting a lifelong love of educating children. Her story took an unexpected turn when Barb met a young Naval Aviator just weeks before his deployment to the war. She leaped into the unknown bye traveling to Hong Kong to meet Dennis, and later that year accepting his proposal to marry.
Barbara would add children to her journey for the next two decades. She embraced raising a young family while Dennis spent many years deployed and at sea. At the same time, Barb accepted the unique sacrifices required to sustain her family and those around her within the Navy. Barb gained a multitude of lifelong friends worldwide for her willingness to share her time and talent to support their lives. Barbara was able to find time to join her husband for visits across the globe during their months of separation.
Barb dedicated herself to her children, managing the household while supporting her husband's work, often taking him away from home. She hosted hundreds of events and dinners for guests, making their home welcome for people from around the world. Barbara was dedicated to nurturing her extended family with grandchildren in Japan and America. This included her continued passion for the education of elementary school children as a reading specialist. She always enjoyed fashion and modeling, dogs, and chatting with friends.
Barbara leaves behind her husband of fifty years, Dennis; her children Matthew (spouse Bri) Carroll, Jeremy (spouse Tess) Carroll and Renee (spouse Joe) Lilley; eight grandchildren: Addison, Jacob, Grayson, Justin, Everly, Jonathan, Benjamin, and Gemma; her sisters Linda, Becky, Dinah and brother Ed.
All will miss the most lovely lady in their lives!
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