of Quitman, AR
October 8, 1935 - January 11, 2023
Baalyis Carrol Herring, 87, of Quitman, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. On October 8, 1935, Baalyis Carrol Herring was the second twin born to Ernest Thurlow and Mary Cordelia Langston Herring.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Shirley Chandler; grandson, Nathanial Gatliff; four other grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren, that he didn't get to meet until he entered heaven. His twin brother preceded him in death, as did five of his sisters; Lola Kennedy, Clestine Goodwin, Mary Lois Clark, Nina Bess Hoggard and Menta Fay Skinner.
Carrol is survived by his wife of 47 years, Linda Joan Herring. He is also survived by sons; Brent (Brenda), Steve, Claude (Paula), and James (Debbie) and daughter, Martha Gatliff; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Willie May Karber and Ernestine Mauldin, and one brother, Burton Herring Sr., as well as many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.
Carrol loved his family and welcomed every opportunity to gather with them. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren loved watching him play the piano, even sitting beside him and joining in the playing with him. He taught them how to play chess, anagrams, and dominos. He was always available to answer their countless questions and he never made them feel silly for asking. He loved to fish and when his health permitted, he would go fishing as often as possible. He wrote and composed over 180 hymns, loved puzzles and games, and if he ever had the chance, would tell you a good dad joke.
He was faithful member of the New Home Missionary Baptist Church in Quitman, where visitation will be held on Friday, January 13, 2023, from 9:00am 10:00am, with a service to immediately follow. The family will then lay him to rest at the Old Texas Cemetery, Guy, Arkansas.
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15 Condolence(s)
Donetta King
Sunday, October 8, 2023
I was going to wish Carrol a happy Birthday today and found out that he passed away in January. I had no idea. I am so sorry. I worked with him at the hotel. RIP Carrol ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸
Eddie and Nancy Lane
Sunday, January 15, 2023
So sorry to hear about Carrol passing away. We send prayers of comfort for all of the family.
Michael and Sylvia Hensley
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Prayers and love to sent to all. So sorry for your loss.
Mark Betts
Friday, January 13, 2023
Praying for the family.
Margaret (Ussery) Rohr
Friday, January 13, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Carrolls passing. I know he will be missed by everyone. Prayers for the family
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Stace’ & Tammy O’Clair
Thursday, January 12, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our hearts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you during this time.
Cheryl Day
Thursday, January 12, 2023
So sorry for your loss Linda, Claude,Paula,Josh,Brooke and family. I enjoyed meeting Carroll He was a Good Christian Man. I wish I could be there for you May the Lord Bless and Comfort You All Love Cheryl ðŸ™ðŸ’œ
Bethany Kennedy
Thursday, January 12, 2023
He told the worst jokes. But he had a good time. He will be missed.
Cindy Bradley
Thursday, January 12, 2023
So sorry that your dad is gone. You know I would be there if it were at all possible. I will be praying for all the decisions and details that will follow, and that the Lord would be near. Love you, Brent.
Bill Goodwin
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Sorry I will not be able to attend the service
Bobbie Rawlins
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Sincere sympathy for your loss. God bless family and friends.ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Joe Goss
Thursday, January 12, 2023
I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bro. Herring.
He was a fine man.
I know his family and friends will miss him.
Joe
Michael Harmon
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Praying for the family.
David Case
Thursday, January 12, 2023
He will greatly be missed by everybody!
Don and Vickie Lewis
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Prayers for comfort and strength during this difficult time.