Robert Franklin “Frank” Carson, 90, of Front Royal, Virginia went to be with Jesus on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at his home.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 3 PM at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal with Pastor Tim MacGowan and grandson, Ryan Villagran, officiating. Burial will take place in Bridgeport, West Virginia.
Mr. Carson was born on January 2, 1932 in Clarksburg, West Virginia to the late Winnie Roach Starkey. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Dennis and Willard and two beloved sons-in-law, Ronnie Villagran and Steve Polhemus. He was a veteran of both the United States Navy and the United States Air Force, retiring from the Navy after twenty years of service. He grew up as a “happy” kid predominantly in the West Milford, West Virginia area. He told many stories of adventures along the river including learning to swim, finding and riding a raft, and many good times with his siblings. He played football in high school and left for the military when he was 17. His family spent service years with him in England, Spain, Okinawa and Newfoundland. Following retirement, he became an ordained pastor with the Assemblies of God Church, a pastor with Spring Hill Chapel and a Christian Counselor with Christian Communications Center and Channel 46 in Clarksburg, West Virginia.
He purchased property and built a home and a pond and enjoyed managing many acres. In 2012 Frank and Alma sold their home in West Virginia to move to Virginia to be closer to family. Frank was a lifelong learner and constant studier of the bible. He was a committed believer, patriotic and loyal countryman, and a proud husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was precious and beloved to his family and the many people that he cared for.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Alma L. Carson; three daughters, Dreama Maloney, Lisa Villagran and Roberta “Annie” Polhemus; brother, Eugene Starkey; two sisters, Shirley Everett and Caroline Wiseman; six grandchildren, Amy Devine, Eric Devine, Lauren Maloney, Ryan Villagran (and wife, Deanna), Andrew Villagran (and fiancé, Laura) and Ethan Villagran; four great grandchildren, Evelyn Cooper, Joshua Devine, Louise and Elliott Villagran and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 or Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306 or to a Veteran-related charity of one’s choice.
Frank was a beautiful soul and a warrior for Christ! Many a Bible study was spent with him and his lovely Alma.
Well done good and faithful servant! Rest In Peace dear friend. You will never be forgotten. Love Tina and John ❤️
Frank was a true man of God. Jim and I enjoyed learning from him and so many of his stories . He and his lovely wife Alma were always there for us as young Christians. We’re thankful for the years we had with Frank and Alma. Prayers for the family and comfort their loss.
I don’t think Frank ever realized how many lives he touched. He had a way of making you feel like you were the only one in the room. He truly listened and loved with his whole heart. We will miss him. His kindness will always be my best memory of him.
Teresa thank you for your heartfelt words. You have a gift for seeing special qualities in people and putting them into words. My heart is touched. Love you.
Frank surely had a full life with family, country service and of course to Christ. I can remember as my wife and I were looking at the house next to his home in Winchester how he looked over to me wondering who in the world are those folks and how would they fit in. Well, we all have fit in pretty well as Frank and I where able to have a few good conversations over the few years that I new him. His impact truly shows in those that he left behind. Frank, know that I was blessed with knowing you and continue to be blessed with your family next door!
I would love to know how Alma is doing and how I could reach her please
Frank was like a dad to me
.He was there for me when no one else was there .He taught me about Jesus when I was at my lowest in life .love you and Alma .I am grateful that my husband Wayne was able to bring me to West Virginia to meet you both .love Linda .