Veolis “Buddy” Carroll, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025 at the age of 80 years old. He was Born on February 26, 1945, in Howell, Arkansas, to Dessie Lee Wade and Warren Carroll.
Buddy lived a life filled with love, hard work, and dedication to his family. He married his first wife, Shirley Ree Bennett, on December 30, 1962, in San Diego, California. Their marriage, though tragically cut short by Shirley Ree’s passing on August 17, 1966, blessed them with two children, Vic and Netreia Carroll. On June 17, 1968, Buddy found love again when he married Shirley Ann Tottress. Shirley became a loving and devoted stepmother to Vic and Netreia and together they raised their family, welcoming a daughter, Sherece Mayo, and blending their family with Shirley Ann’s daughter, Tina Jackson. Buddy’s love and commitment to his family extended beyond immediate family to include Andre Carroll, his son.
Buddy attended elementary school in Littlerock, Arkansas. He moved with his family to San Diego, California, in 1954. He later attended Gompers Jr. High School and Schnieder High School. He decided to serve his country by joining the Army from 1964 to August 31, 1968. Afterwards, he began working as a tool attendant at North Island Naval Air Station, retiring in 2001. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to successfully invest in real estate, acquiring both residential and commercial properties.
Beyond his professional achievements, Buddy found joy in the simple things: he cherished his dogs, delighted in working on cars, and found solace and pleasure in music.
Buddy is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years Shirley Ann Carroll, his children; Veolis Carroll II (Latrenda Carroll) of San Diego, Netreia Carroll of Julian, Tina Jackson (Dean Carter) of San Diego, Sherece Mayo of Las Vegas, and Andre’ Carroll (Sabrina Carroll) of San Diego, grandchildren; Victoria Carroll, Veon Carroll, Veolis Carroll III, Shawnquintavia Pope, J’Vaughn Pope, Jason Brown, Joseph Brown, Brandi Dunn, DeEonte Mayo, Victor Mayo II, Alaijah Carter, Andre’ Carroll II, Deandre’ Carroll, Keandre Carroll, Alondre’ Carroll, and Aira Carroll, great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends.
He was preceded in death by Dessie Lee Wade (Mother, 2008), Warren Carroll (Father, 1976), Robert Nelson (Brother, 2018), Ulyssee Carroll Sr. (Brother, 1985), and Clamer Carroll (Brother).
