Resident of Davis, CA
James Carroll, died on Monday February 17, 2025, in Davis, CA.
Jim was born in Sacramento in June 1941, the only son of Gladys and Vern Carroll. Hespent his early years in San Francisco and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1959. While studying at UCSB he met the love of his life, Andie Carroll, they married in 1963. Jim competed in distance running events for the UCSB Track/Cross Country teams, graduating in 1964.
Jim and Andie were married for 54 years until her passing in 2018. They moved to Portland, OR where Jim got his Masters of Arts in Teaching from Reed College in May of 1965. Jim entered the Army and they were stationed in Germany and Texas. He served asaCap- tain in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star for his service.
The couple settled in Pleasanton, CA in the early 1970s. They were members of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Pleasanton and were active inthe church and choir. Jim taught at Dublin and Amador Valley High Schools for many years and coached their Cross Country and Track teams. He also taught at Los Positas Community College.
Jim is survived by his son, Peter, daughter in law Christie, grandchildren Abby and Bryce. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gladys and Vern Carroll and his beloved wife, Andie Carroll.
Jim was an avid sports fan, following his favorite teams the SF Giants and 49ers. He and Peter enjoyed many years of attending Giants games both at Candlestick and Pac Bell Park. They had season tickets during the years Barry Bonds was hitting all his home runs.
A graveside service is scheduled for March 11th, 2025 at 11 am at Oak Mound Cemetery in Healdsburg, CA, reception to follow for family and friends at the Bliss House in Healdsburg. In lieu of flowers, feel free to donate to the Dementia Society of America or your local high school Cross Country and Track team.