Joseph Warren Carlin

July 17, 1925 - February 7, 2021

07/17/1925 - 02/07/2021

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Saturday February 13, 2021
1:00 pm
Calvary Presbyterian Church
Wheeling, WV 26003
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Joseph Warren Carlin (LCDR USN Ret) – 95, of Virginia Beach VA, went to be with the Lord Sunday, Feb 7, 2021. Joe is predeceased by his wonderful and dearly beloved wife of 57 years, Alice L Fortune Carlin.
Joe is also predeceased by his father Rev. Joseph E Carlin, his mother Ethelyn Oakes Carlin, his sister Ethelyn Carlin Watson and his brother Edwin Carlin.
Joe is survived by his daughter, Barbara C. Cali and husband Russ; grandson, Anthony Cali; granddaughter, Whitney Cali and partner Sarah Mead; great granddaughter, Audrey Cali Mead; two sisters-in-law, Margaret T. Carlin and Lois Fortune; the Fortune family; Lonergan family and the Rock family, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and other extended family and friends.
Joe was born July 17, 1925. He spent his childhood in Floral Park, NY.
As did most of his classmates, Joe enlisted in the US Navy in 1943 at age 18. He served until 1966 (serving on 8 ships), The USS Denver (Light Cruiser), The USS Token and USS Grosbeak, (Minesweepers) The USS Strong (Destroyer),  The USS Bennington, USS Lake Champlain , USS Leyte (Aircraft Carriers) and The USS San Marcos Amphibious Ship. He retired as a Lieutenant Commander. His last tour was on the staff of Commander Service Force, US Atlantic Fleet.
By God’s grace, while in the navy and visiting Norfolk in 1946, he met Alice in Norfolk on a blind date, married her; and daughter Barbara came along in 1950.
Joe attended Dartmouth College, Tufts University, Old Dominion University and the College of William and Mary.
Upon US Navy retirement in 1966 Joe taught general science and physics at Norview JHS,  Lake Taylor JHS and Booker T. Washington HS. Joe retired from teaching in 1984.
Joe was a devoted member of the Calvary Presbyterian Church since 1960 and served in many capacities both as an officer and worker.
In Joe’s spare time he enjoyed golf, reading, family activities and being a grandparent.
Joe and Alice were loving grandparents who were involved in every facet of their grandchildren’s lives; supporting them in everything they did from grade school through college; never missing a single game or major event.
Joe’s favorite scriptures were Proverbs 3:5-6, John 3:16, and 2Tim 3:16.
A memorial service will be held at Calvary Presbyterian Church, 150 Kempsville Rd. Norfolk, VA. with Rev. Mark J. Bender on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 1pm. A gathering will follow the funeral service at the church.
Prior to the service Joe will be buried next to his wife at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA. with immediate family attending.
The memorial service will be live streamed. To view go to www.youtube.com and search for Calvary Presbyterian Norfolk to find the link.
Online condolences may be offered at www.altmeyerfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Calvary Presbyterian church, The Union Mission Ministries of Norfolk, The Salvation Army, or your local volunteer rescue squad.

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Dave and Cynthia Carlson
3 years ago

We got to know Joe at Calvary Presbyterian Church, but we were fortunate to join him in our Regent “play” group for dinner and a drama. He was also a vital part of our Daytime Community Group for the last 5 years. He was so faithful and his insights and clarity of belief were a shining star. His humor, his kindness and most of all his belief in Jesus and the gift our eternal life will always encompass our memories of him.

Mark and Anne Harrell
3 years ago

We knew Joe from up at Calvary. Joe was known to be a very caring person. He is going to be missed by everyone. Go rest Joe on that high mountain.

john costas
3 years ago

Mr Carlin was my 8th and 9th grade science teacher. I have thought about him many times over the years. He was a kind and patient man, especially with us junior high schoolers! Peace to you all and may his memory be eternal!

Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
3 years ago

May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,

May your memories of Joseph Warren Carlin (LCDR USN Ret), give you peace, comfort and strength…

Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….

US Navy Veteran, Joseph Warren Carlin (LCDR USN Ret), is “A True American Hero” God Bless†

† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †