Dominick Peter "Don" Carbone, Jr.'s Obituary
Dominick Peter “Don” Carbone Jr., 67, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, October 15, 2015. He was surrounded by his loved ones as he took his last breath. Don is preceded in death by his parents, Dominick P. Carbone and Alta L. McCormack Carbone Jamison. Don is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Becky Barrier Carbone; son, Tony Carbone and wife, Crystal; daughter, Cheri Goggans Carbone and fiancé, Jeremy Martinez; and brother, Michael Carbone. He is also survived by father-in-law Herb Barrier, brothers-in-law Bud, Jeff and Chuck Barrier, and adoring nieces and nephews. He was lovingly known as “Pappa Don” to his adopted family, the Gibson’s: Wayne, Lana, Brance, Abigail, Anthony, and Emilee. He was deeply loved by a host of other family and friends.
Don is best described as a man who was genuine, witty, and incredibly generous. He was a man of strong faith who lived out his beliefs in a tangible and impactful way. The hallmark of his life is the countless deep relationships that he has left behind. Don had a heart for youth and demonstrated this passion in several ways. He helped start the original Bus Ministry at First Baptist Church Pearland. He began a Cambodian youth ministry, and he later provided refuge to youth who were troubled and needed support. He was a counselor, mentor, confidant and friend to many.
Don started his career as a pipe fitter, but then found a passion in building green houses, growing plants and eventually became a notable florist in Pearland. After the florist business, he began growing hydroponic vegetables, leading into the opening of Carbone’s Produce and a wholesale produce company. Upon retirement, Don helped others reach their goals through Advocare. He also enjoyed flipping houses, and investing in real estate endeavors with his son. He was an active member of New Hope Church, loved volunteering, leading a Care Group, and building relationships with others. He was a man with deep commitments to his family, and he was always searching for ways to help people in his life. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.
The pallbearers include Bud Barrier, Jeff Barrier, Chuck Barrier, Mickey Canalito, Joey Vitale, Paul Darden, Wayne Gibson, Scott Barrier, and Brent Wheeler. His honorary pallbearers will include all of his friends in the New Hope Care Group.
A visitation for Don will be held Monday, October 19, 2015 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Clayton Funeral Home, 5530 W. Broadway, Pearland, Texas 77581. The funeral service will take place Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at 11:00 at New Hope Church – 288 Campus, 3640 County Road 58, Manvel, Texas 77578, with reception following the service.
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