Toby is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathy; his children Erin (Eric) Austin, Timothy (Teresa) Carroll, and Shanna (Oscar) Trevino; grandchildren Caitlin and Tyler Naron, Madison, Mikayla, and McKenna Carroll. Toby is preceded in death by his parents; Eugene A. Carroll Sr. and Ann Carroll; his brother David Carroll and sister Connie (Carroll) Benson.
Toby graduated as a Distinguished Military Graduate from the four-year ROTC program at Marquette University with the distinction of being the first cadet to complete the flight program prior to graduation. He was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army in 1968 and served in the Vietnam War as a fixed-wing pilot. While serving in Vietnam, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with 14 Oak Leaf Clusters, Bronze Star and Army Commendation Medal with Cluster. Following active duty, he served many years with the Reserves and National Guard and attained the rank of Major. In addition to his military service, Toby spent over 40 years as an aviation safety professional with the government and airlines.
Toby was a member of St. Edwards Catholic Church and a 4th Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus St. Edwards Council 14512. He was also an active volunteer with The Woodlands VFW Post 12024 and The Woodlands American Legion Post 305.
In lieu of flowers a memorial donation can be made in Toby Carroll's name to a charity of your choice.
