Obituary

Carlton P. Torrey, Jr., 83 of Halifax, passed away Monday January 23rd surrounded by his family at the Bay Path Nursing & Rehab Center in Duxbury. He was the beloved husband of Carole A. (Hill) Torrey.

Carl was born in Brockton and brought up in Duxbury, son of the late Carlton and Ethel (Howe) Torrey.

He was a graduate of Duxbury High School, Class of 1947.

Carl served his country in the United States Navy from 1947-1950

He worked in the tool & die industry for many years working at Vulplex Inc. in Abington for 16 years and then at the Stoughton Tool & Die for 18 years. Carl also was and Auxiliary Police officer in Whitman, Hanson and Kingston. After his retirement he worked part time for Drummond Transportation.

He enjoyed bowling and wood burning and spending time with his loving family.

In addition to his wife Carole, he is survived by his children Donald Torrey of South Easton, Steven Torrey of Whitman, Cheryle Connolly, Linda Torrey, Patricia Fanning all of Halifax and David Torrey of Abington ; also grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of 14. He was also the brother of, Pauline Gosselin, George Torrey and Lorraine Torrey. He was also the brother of the late Arlene Wilbur, Gerald, Ronald, Leonard, Roger Torrey and Shirley Doyle.

His services will be held on Wednesday January 25th at 7:00PM in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel (Rte. 58 @ the rotary) Whitman. Visitation will be prior to the service, from 4:00-7:00PM.Burial will be at a later date. Donations may be made in his name to the St Jude's , 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN.38105.