Pecan Island—Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, February 17, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church honoring the life of Carl Joseph Choate, 80 years old, who died Saturday, February 11, 2017 at his residence. He will be laid to rest at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery with Reverend Matthew Barzare officiating the services.
Stationed all over the world, Carl was a war hero in the United States Air Force and served in Vietnam. After retiring in Pecan Island, Carl enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his wife, Hertha Choate; one son, Michael Choate; two nieces, Paula McManus and Caroline Denny; and two nephews, Jerry Plaia and Paul LeMaire.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman Choate and the former Lucille Nunez; two sisters, Patricia Cossich and Carmel Plaia; and one nephew, Chris Plaia.