Carlos Quiroga passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 5, 2019 at the age of 83. Born in Havana, Cuba, he proudly became a United States Citizen in 1971 and resided in Baton Rouge. He attended Holy Cross High School in New Orleans, St. Edwards University in Austin, TX and received his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from LSU in 1961. He was a Licensed Professional Engineer and retired as Vice President of Salmon and Associates in 1997. Carlos was an avid LSU baseball, basketball and football fan. He was a supportive, generous and loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, who lived life to the fullest and always loved a good laugh. He will be greatly missed as his enthusiasm and energetic presence was an inspiration to many. Proceeded in death by his parents, Jose and Maria Visitacion Crespo Quiroga; brothers Jose (Pepe) Quiroga and Gonzalo Quiroga. Carlos is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Maria Schiro Quiroga; daughters Anna (Robert) Magazine, Christina (Robert) Benoit and Maria Quiroga; five grandchildren Nicholas Magazine, Brandon Magazine, Megan Benoit, Cameron Benoit and Elena Jane Lusk. Carlos’ family would like to thank the wonderful Ochsner physicians and St. Joseph’s Hospice team for their excellent care and support provided in his time of need. A very special thank you to Catherine “Kay” Gahn for her love and support. A Celebration of Life will be held at Greenoaks Memorial in Baton Rouge on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Visitation will be from 9am – 12pm, with service to follow at noon in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Hospice Baton Rouge, St. Thomas More Catholic Church or the charity of your choice.
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