Richard Carroll

Richard Carroll (1932-2025) 92 years old was a loving husband, an amazing dad, an exceptional Grandpa (Pop Pop) and a very proud Great Grandpa. Richard was born on September 7th, 1932 in Santa Barbara an peacefully passed away on March 29th 2025. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was the son of Robert and Margaret Carroll and one of six boys.

Richard worked for the family business, R.J.Carroll & Sons Plumbing. In true Richard form, he decided to branch off on his own and open Carroll Plumbing and Maintenance in 1974. This turned out to be a great decision and was able to retire at age 52. Once retired, he and his wife “Nancy”, went to Europe, on cruises and traveled in their motorhome, When he was not traveling you could find him on the golf course, gambling with Peggy and Joe Bilotta, hanging out at Nacimiento Lake with Karen and Bill Ingalls,caravaning with the Elks, camping with his grandkids, eating at Harry”s or of course “fixing” or making something for family and friends. There was nothing Richard could not accomplish.

In his early life he converted two school buses into motorhomes, built three boats on his own and refurbished another with his brother Stuart. As if his life wasn’t busy enough he would race boats on the weekends and in 1962 he recorded the fastest time in his category. In 1955 he married the love of his life, “Nancy Saxby” (1935-2006) at the Old Mission. They had three daughters, Beverly (1956-1989), Tammy, and Laurie. Richard has been described as “one of a kind” and that he was! He had a huge heart and helped anyone he came into contact with. He is so loved and will be greatly missed. Richard is survived by his daughters Laurie and Tammy and his grandkids Kyle, Kysa, Ryan, Brad, Taila and Alisha. He has three great grandchildren, Brady,Bodhi and Banks.

A Memorial service will be held on Saturday April 12th at 11:00 at the Old Mission. A celebration of his life will follow at 964 San Roque Road.

Thank you Valle Verde for not only taking care of our dad and loving him but for making sure our family was taken care of as well.