Robert Allen Carroll, 73, of Lampasas, passed away at his home on September 11, 2024. Born on February 13, 1951, in Waco, Texas, to Vernon and Mary Anne Carroll, Robert grew up in Lampasas and graduated from Lampasas High School in 1969.
A man of many talents, Robert worked as a farmer, rancher, welder, mechanic, and heavy equipment operator. He also loved to cook and was proud to serve the community, retiring after 25 years with the TX DOT Maintenance Department.
On June 15, 1973, Robert married the love of his life, Darlene Cox. Together they shared 40 beautiful years of marriage until her passing in 2015. They raised three children in Lampasas: Tammy Carroll Martin and husband Lee Martin, Bobby Gene Carroll and wife Liz Carroll, and Vicky Peters and husband Jerome.
Robert was a man of quiet yet profound faith. His unwavering commitment to the Lord and his family left an indelible mark on those who knew him. His life of faithfulness, humility, and service will be remembered by all who were blessed to cross his path.
He is survived by his three children and eleven grandchildren, Allison, Katelyn, Vivien, Lauren, Gwendolyn, Madeline, and Nathan Martin; Jemma and McKenna Carroll; Jeremiah and Joshua Peters. He is also survived by his siblings, Verne Anne Hurst, David Carroll, Paul Carroll, and Mary Earnest, as well as numerous cousins, extended family members, and friends. Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Darlene; his parents; his Uncle June Carroll; niece, Kyla Earnest; nephew, Royce Brown and many aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel on Monday, September 16, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will take place at Grace Fellowship Church on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 10 a.m., with burial to follow at Kempner Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made in Robert's memory to the Lampasas County Livestock Association.
His steadfast love for family and community will be forever cherished.
Monday, September 16, 2024
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)
Sneed - Carnley Funeral Chapel and Cremations
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)
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