David Richard Carroll
Carroll, David Richard
Sydney
David Richard Carroll, 75 of Sydney, passed away Wednesday
August 7, 2019 at his residence.
Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Gervase and Mary
(MacIssac) Carroll.
Dave was a retired steelworker working for Sydney Steel
Corporation for 34.5 years. Some of his accomplishments he was proud
of are, one of the founding members of Powerlifting Nova Scotia, owner
of CB Barbell Club hosting several tournaments all over Cape Breton
and personsonally winning several, including the annual tournament in
his favourite place, Margaree. He competed in the World Powerlifting
Championships in 1972 in Pennsylvania and also judging in 1989 when
they were held in Sydney. Dave wrote sports articles for The
Highlander news paper and Powerlifting USA. However his proudest
accomplishment was a 415 lb bench press and a 625 lb bench off the
rack. Known as “Big Dave” by many people in his
weightlifting days. He was physically strong, but had the softest,
kindest heart.
Dave had the gift to gab and was a social
butterfly . He shopped at Sobeys almost daily to “pick up a few
things” but mainly to chat with friends and staff. He also
enjoyed sipping late night coffee with “the boys” at Tim
Hortons. Dave had quick witted comebacks and a great sense of humour
always telling jokes. He was a huge HABS fan that has been passed down
to his children.
Dave is survived by his daughters Nellie and Jackie (Randy)
Scott, both of Sydney, Ann Marie (Chris) Carroll, Cole Harbour, sons
Donnie (Kim), Sydney, Billy (Shelly), London, ONT., Dave and Shaun
both of Sydney, the mother of his children Marie, Sydney, sisters Mary
(Mike) Parago, Elaine (Lauchie) Carroll, both of Sydney, brothers
Basil (Raylene), Sydney, Frank, (Barbara), Truro, Russell, Sydney,
Brent (Monica), Halifax, special sister-in-laws Carole and Violet, 16
grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brothers John,
Raymond, Leo and Brian in infancy and a great granddaughter Jaileigh
Kwok.
Funeral mass will be held Tuesday August 13, 2019 at 11 am in
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys (Cabot Street), with Rev. Dennis Lamey
officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in Resurrection
Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Parkinson’s
Foundation.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at
www.sydneymemorialchapel.com .
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Death notice for the town of: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia