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William Joseph Carbo, a resident of Thibodaux and the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq passed away unexpectedly on December 25, 2019, in Iraq. He was 58 and a native of Alexandria, LA. William was a crane operator and Heavy Equipment Supervisor with PAE. He was a 1979 graduate of Donaldsonville High. He served his country as a U.S. Army Veteran during Operation Urgent Fury in 1983, where he received his Army Service Ribbon, Achievement Medal, and Sharpshooter Badge with an M16. Along with his military service, William was also a Licensed Massage Therapist, Substance Abuse Counselor and NCCCO Certified. He was a member of IUOE Local 406 and the Louisiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. William was also a Jazz Fest Big Chief and an Honoree of the Registry of the American Soldier. He was an avid Saints and LSU fan, VIP Traveler, a lover of music which he shared and #LYNS. He is survived by his sisters, Cynthia "Cindy" C. Bergeron (Bruce), Ellen C. Guillot, Linda C. Poulin (Chris), and Margaret "Meg" C. Powell; brothers, Eric R. Carbo (Marylou) and David E. Carbo; 14 nieces and nephews, Paul, Laura (Russ), Katie (Chad), Luke, Erica (Jeremy), Leah (Nick), Elizabeth (Alexander), Erin (Mickey), Robyn, David, Adam (Denia), Rachel (Rahul), Michele and Teresa; 19 great nieces and nephews, Tristan, Madalyn, Addisyn, Caleb, Ian, Lola, Landon, Lauren, Arik, Mary Claire, Sarah, Sammy, Evelyn, Abram, Alister, Emilia, Waylon, Benjamin, and Mia; and a special friend, Mariana Rodriguez. William was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald E. and Margaret Goodwin Carbo. Visitation will be at Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville on Thursday, January 16, 2020, from 5 pm to 9 pm and will resume on Friday at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church from 9 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. Cremation will follow services and a private burial will take place in Arlington National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Erin G. Atchetee, Robyn G. Bagwell, Laura B. Hart, Katie B. Granger, Erica C. Simoneaux, Leah C. Sims, Elizabeth C. Chapple, and Rachel C. Kumar. We would like to extend a very special thanks to Rick Maglio, the PAE Staff and U.S./Baghdad teams, Tanya D'Antignac, Timea Phillips, Peter Capwell, and Michael DeVoe. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Gary Sinise Foundation.
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Hey William,
Another Christmas has come and gone. I know the family thinks of you and misses you. I have a new grandson, Brooks Joseph Villa. I´ll have to tell him about his great uncle and all his adventures. Save me a spot until we meet again. Tell Robert and the family hello for me . LYNS !
Ellen
Family
January 9, 2024
William you are sorely missed . It´s almost three years since you´ve been gone. I´m sure you´re having a good time with Robert, Mary, Mom & Dad and all of our family who have gone before us.
Ellen
Family
September 24, 2022
I know how you liked to light candles at different churches around the world. Here's one for you. LYNS!
Linda Poulin
February 13, 2020
I looked for you.
Our 8am coffee break
Lunchtime Spaghetti and meat balls
Our 5pm cocktails at the resort
You weren't there.
Rest in peace Brother.
Until we meet again.
Yeah U right Head!
Richard Maglio
Friend
January 25, 2020
I looked for you.
Our 8am coffee break
Lunchtime Spaghetti and meat balls
Our 5pm cocktails at the resort
You weren't there.
Rest in peace Brother.
Until we meet again.
Yeah U right Head!
Rick Maglio
January 25, 2020
William, as a manager, I could not have had a better person for the position you held. Thank you for your always positive attitude and your unwavering support. You are greatly missed.
Maxie Brown
January 24, 2020
Rest In Peace William. Thank you for your service and your dedication to helping others. Prayers of comfort for the family.
Bill KOCKE
January 15, 2020
Thank you William, for your service, & helping in the fight to defend our freedoms, and protecting our great country.
Rest in Peace....
Janice Falcon
January 14, 2020
Offering prayers for a fallen Soldier.
Barry Jarreau
January 14, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of Ourso Funeral Home
January 14, 2020
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