Howard Edgar Carroll

Howard E. Carroll, 84, passed away at the Johnson City Medical Center surrounded by his family on Saturday, August 3, 2019.

Howard was a 1978 graduate of Baldwin Wallace College holding a Bachelor of Science degree.  He was a retired chemist from Glidden Paint Co., where he held a patent.  He also retired from Sherwin Williams Paint Co.   He was a member of the NRA and an avid hunter and golfer.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years: Joanne; son: Craig Carroll and wife Melissa; daughters: Cindy Carroll Reese and the late Wayne G. Reese, Cathy Carroll Short and husband Jim; Grandchildren: Michelle Smith and husband Josh, Ashley Shaffer and husband Jeremy, Douglas Reese, Tommy Carroll, Kelley Elliott and husband Glenn, Nicole Carroll & Andrew Swope, Alexis Chandler; great grandchildren: Greyson Shaffer, Camden Swope, Hunter Shaffer and Naomi Swope; sister: Hazel Pondexter; special brother-in-law: Herb Labus; special sister-in-law: Susan Labus (his driver); and many wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Vernon and Mary Ellen Carroll; sister Helen Louise Carroll.

A special thank you is extended to the nurses and staff at Johnson City Medical Center; especially Jennifer Hovatter for the comfort she provided.

At his request, there will be no service.

Jeffers Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements. Thoughts and memories may be shared with the family at www.jeffersmortuary.com
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