Victor Tyrone Carroll, Sr., 57 years, Newport, Michigan passed away suddenly on Monday, May 5, 2014.
Born February 14, 1957 in Monroe, Vic was the son of the late Emmitt E. and Bobbie Ruth (Burchett) Carroll. Vic attended Monroe Public Schools and Monroe High School.
On August 2, 1980 Vic married the love of his life, the former Caroline J. Pietszak at Monroe Missionary Baptist Church.
Vic retired from Ford Motor Company's Wayne Assembly Plant where he worked for 30 years.
Vic was an incredible musician and played lead guitar in his band Armed N Dangerous for over 25 years. He also sang and played numerous other instruments as well as lead guitar. Vic enjoyed all types of outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, camping with his 5th wheel, boating, surfing, snowmobiling and playing horseshoes. Vic was an avid car collector, and finally achieved his dream of owning a "57" Chevy. Vic also spent many hours riding his Harley. More than anything Vic loved being with family.
Vic is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Caroline, two loving children: Misty M. (Brian) Willard and Victor Tyrone (Jenny) Carroll, Jr. both of Newport, eight cherished grandchildren: Kyle, Nolan, Carter, McKenzie, Courtney, Carter, Victor Tyrone "TJ" "Papa's Big Chief", III, and Shane, a brother: Emmitt A. (Aimee) Carroll of Monroe, and three sisters: Imelda P. (William) Call of Newport, Deanna "Dee" S. (Randy) Larsh of Flat Rock, and Jennifer "Ginger" (Larry) Hensley of Monroe.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 5-8 PM and Thursday from 1-8 PM in the Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd., Monroe, MI 48161 where funeral services celebrating his life will be held on Friday, May 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM. The Rev. Louie Barnett, pastor of Eagle's Nest Community Church will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.