Joseph Phillip Carroll, Jr.

Rochester, NH- Joseph Phillip Carroll, Jr., 68, of Rochester NH passed away Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 at the Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover, NH after a long period of failing health. Born Oct. 21, 1945 in Sanford, ME, he the son of the late Joseph Carroll, Sr. and Margaret (Remick) Carroll. He was raised and resided there for many years. Joseph graduated from Sanford High School. He was proud to serve his country in the Vietnam War in the U.S. Army. In his younger days he loved to hunt and race stock cars. He enjoyed riding his Honda Goldwing Trike. He was an active member of the American Legion Post #7 in Rochester and Post Commander from 2000-2002, past District # 3 Commander 2002-2003 and past Dept. Vice Commander 2003-2004. He is also a member of the VFW, VVA, DAV, Amvets, Goldwing Riders, CVA, Elks Lodge #1393, Victoire Club and the Royal Canadian Legion. Members of his family include his wife of 26 years, Denise (Lessard) Carroll, his children, son, Eric Carroll, wife Theresa of Lyman, ME.,...