"I was very saddened to learn of Monty's passing. I grew up in Monty's neighborhood in Chesterfield, and went to school with him from 6th-12th grades. He was well-loved and respected by everyone--always kind, gracious, and very smart! I offer my sincere condolences to his family."
In loving memory of
Dr. Monty Karoll
March 11, 2015
Dr. Monty P. Karoll, age 59, of Quincy, died Wednesday, March 11, 2015, at 8:07 pm in Blessing Hospital.
Monty was born on September 23, 1955 in Carbondale, Illinois, the son of Leonard and Gloria Pearl Wallace Karoll. He married Laura Schiller on June 16, 1985 in Chicago, Illinois. She survives.
Monty attended Parkway Central High School. He graduated from Northwestern University and Northwestern University Medical School. He completed his residency at Evanston Hospital in Evanston, Illinois. They moved to Quincy in 1986. Monty practiced as a radiologist with Dr. George Eversman at St. Mary Hospital and then with Dr. Alan Nichols and Clinical Radiologists at Blessing Hospital.
Monty took some time off and traveled extensively when his son, Sam, was young. He returned to work as a radiologist with Carthage, Pittsfield and Rushville Hospitals. Then he began his own practice, "Mobile Health", where he performed health screenings.
Monty was the President of Temple B'Nai Sholom for many years. He was a member of the Quincy Rotary Club, Breakfast Optimist Club, Lions Club, Gem City Breakfast Kiwanis Club, the Great River Referral Group, the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce and the Q-City Yarnies..
Survivors in addition to his wife, Laura, include his son, Sam Karoll of Quincy, his father, Leonard Karoll of Chesterfield, MO, a sister, Dr. Doreen (Stephen Quatrano) Karoll of Lexington, MO, a brother, Dr. Craig (Jan) Karoll of Virginia Beach, VA, two nieces and two nephews, Sarah and Alex Quatrano, Anna Karoll and Kyle Miller, and his pet Bolognese dog, Izzy.
Monty was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria Pearl Wallace.
Services: 3:00 pm on Sunday, March 15, 2015 at the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Rabbi Justin Kerber officiating.
Burial: Valley of Peace, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Sunday, March 15, 2015 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Memorials: Temple B'Nai Sholom
www.hansenspear.com
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"I was so saddened to hear the news. I grew up four houses away from Monty and Doreen, and attended Daniel Boone elementary school; I lived on Mendell Drive. I also attended Parkway Central high school. I had not seen Monty in many, many years, though I knew of his success through contact with others in the St.Louis area. My heart goes out to the whole family. I am so sorry for your loss. Terri Meyers (1414 Mendell Drive) I have contacted several of our childhood friends; Teddy Goldman, Randy Shore, Sari Shapiro, and Evelyn Talisnik"
"We where so saddened to hear the shocking news of Dr. Karoll's untimely passing . He was the kindest & most compassionate Radiologist I ever worked with at both St. Mary's & Blessing Hospitals. My husband & I both have MANY fond memories . We extend our sincere sympathy to Laura & Sam as well as the rest of his family . He will never be forgotten . Sorry we where unable to express our sympathy in person ( we where out of town) God Bless & keep you . Ed & Linda"
"So very sorry to hear about this loss. Monty was a real "mench" and a "lamed vovnik" in the community. He will be greatly missed."
"Doreen, Craig, and Leonard: My sincere condolences. Monty was a real friend of all of us growing up in Green Trails and when we were at B'Nai Amonna. He had an very positive spirit and always had nice things to say about others. He was humble, smart and a good friend of many. My parents and I (Marty and Helen) say a prayer for your family. I am sure his family is very special too.. So sorry... Things like this should not happen to great people like Monty who was giving back."
"LAURA, SAM, LEN, BEVERLY, DOREEN AND CRAIG: WE WERE SADDENED BY THE NEWS OF YOUR LOSS. JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. FRAN & HOWARD"
"A true gentleman on and off the tennis court. Monty will be missed."
"I was shocked and saddened to hear from Doreen that her dear brother Monty was taken so suddenly and far too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with Laura and Sam, as well as with Doreen, Leonard, and all the family, friends, patients, colleagues, congregants, and others whose lives he touched."
"I am so sorry--shocked to hear that Monty is no longer with us! I was fortunate to be part of Monty's "launch" team as he created the "Mobile Health" service for our community. He was a wonderful, compassionate Doctor & friend. My condolences go out to Laura & Sam on the loss of a wonderful person Monty. God Bless!"
"Very saddened to hear of this. Monty was a great friend to our parents and will be sorely missed."
"I am surprised at the loss of Monty at such a young age. My condolences and prayers to his family. I always enjoyed my encounters with Monty, seeing his smile and enjoying his humor, as we competed in doubles at the tennis club. I really missed those days with that particular group."
"Len, I know you through my friend, Barbi Q. I am so sorry."
"My sincere sympathy to Laura and Sam. Monty was a wonderful, caring human being with a quick wit and always willing to talk. He will be missed very much. I was deeply saddened when I heard the news of his sudden departure. Many prayers are coming your way."
"Dr. Karoll was a wise and generous person. He will always be remembered with affection and admiration."
"To Monty's family we send our sincere sympathy. He was the kindest, most gentle man! He will be truly missed for the care he showed to all. God Bless! It was an honor to have known him."
"I am so saddened to hear of Dr. Karoll's passing. I did not know him well, but it did not take long to understand him to have a strong desire to help others, good humor and to be a person who blessed the lives of those who knew him. My most heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to his family."
"So many memories, such good times, such a hole Monty will leave in our hearts and family gatherings! Monty was a mensch and a gentle man. And he made us all smile and laugh greatly. Monty you will be greatly missed! I send love and extra strength to Laura and Sam, and all of the rest of you who were lucky enough to be touched by knowing Monty."
"It was my great good fortune to have Monty as a partner in practice; I feel the rewards of the association were primarily mine. Of even greater satisfaction was his friendship as we participated in community servive together! Rest in peace."
"The whole family is sending condolences to all who knew and loved Monty. He was the sweetest brother (of my sister-in-law) we could imagine. We are wishing his family extra strength, sending lots of love, and thinking of you all so fondly. Love, Beth (Marc, Nadia and Ben)"
"He was SUCH an AMAZING man who saw worth in me when I couldn't even see it in myself and graced me enough with a job that I LOVED... Thank you DOCTOR KAROLL FOR EVERYTHING. I WILL NEVER NEVER FORGET YOU!!! Sam KAROLL if you need ANYTHING bud let me know!!!"
"Monty, I will miss you so very much. You were the sweetest, kindest person I know. Every time we had a conversation, I thought about it days and sometime weeks after. We were still in conversation... Thank you for your calm presence."
"How sad we all are. The loss of a mensch and gentle soul like Monty leaves such a huge hole in our hearts and our family gatherings! He made us laugh! Monty was much loved and will be remembered for so many things. My heart goes out to Laura and Sam, Len and Bev, Doreen and Steve, Craig and Jan and all the rest of you whose lives were lucky enough to be touched by being a part of Monty's circles. Sending you all love and wishes for extra strength, Love, Barbi"
"Dr. Karoll was a very kind guy. I worked with him in Radiology at Blessing as a transcriptionist. He was easy-going and a joy to work with. He had a great smilie."
"Laura, Sam, Lennie, and family: Stan and I were so shocked and saddened to hear of Monty's sudden passing. Monty was funny, bright and quick witted. He will truly be missed by his family, friends, and the Jewish Community in Quincy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With sympathy and love...."
"Our hearts and thoughts go out to Monty's Father, son, wife, and his sister Doreen Karoll and her family. tragic, sad. A great and untimely loss. The Lesser Family"
"We are so very sorry for this great loss. Monty was loved by many and will be deeply missed. We are in shock and incredibly sad. Sending love Carrie Vijay and Maela"
"In just this brief rendering of Monty's life, it is so clear that he was somebody who gave so much to his family, his patients and his community. From Steve and Doreen's friends in Lexington, MA, and on behalf of Steve's fellow board members, we send our deepest condolences. May his memory be a blessing."
"Laura and Sam,we are praying for you guys during this difficult time. We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, Laura and for the loss of your Dad, Sam."
"So very, very sorry about this news. We loved Monty dearly, and he will be missed deeply, we know. Our thoughts go out to all of you. Much love. Carrie, Vijay and Maela"
"Sincerest condolences to the family of Dr. Monty. I always enjoyed visiting with Monty at our Rotary lunch meetings when we broke bread together at the same table. He will be greatly missed in Rotary."
"I will miss my neighbor and fellow dog walker. He was clearly a presence in the community. His friends and neighbors will miss him and my thoughts and prayers to his family."
"Doctor Karoll, you were a blessing to the Jewish Residents at the Illinois Veterans Home. They very much looked forward to your monthly visits. You have long been the backbone of the local Jewish congregation and an active member of the wider Quincy community. You will be sorely missed by many whose lives you touched. God sent many blessings to us through your kindness. May you now rest in peace in the bosom of Abraham!"
"I am so sorry. I can't believe my cousin Monty is gone. This is a total shock. Love and prayers to all the family and friends. Love, Lynda, Dave, Elvis"
"Passing of someone so young is never easy. We were very sad to hear of Monty passing. Keep the good memories close to heart it will help you all through this difficult time. Celebrate his life. Sending love your wayxxx"
"My condolences go out to Laura and Sam on the loss of a dear sweet husband and father Monty. Ilene Schwartz (Dr Irv Schwartz's sister),"
"The 2nd shift Radiology techs are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Dr Karoll. All of us enjoyed working with him when he was on call. Our thoughts and prayers and with Laura, Sam, friends and family. Starla, Chad and Pam W."
"Laura & Sam you are both in my prayers. Monty was a wonderful person and I love spending Wednesday nights with the two of you. He will be greatly missed."
"We will dearly miss our neighbor and friend of nearly 15 years. We can't imagine not seeing Monty anymore in the mornings and at night while walking his dog. We offer our heartfelt sympathy to Laura and Sam."
"To Dr. Karoll's family I am so very sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working with Dr. Karoll during his years with Memorial Hospital. He was wonderful to work with and so responsive to the questions and needs of the patients and medical staff. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"We are so sorry to hear this. Will always remember Dr Karoll as a wonderful, compassionate Radiologist & friend. Worked with him @ St Mary's & Blessing. We will keep all of you in our thoughts & prayers."
"Very sorry to hear about Dr. Monty. I always looked forward to seeing him on Tuesdays at the Breakfast Optimist Club. He was a wonderful man and will be sadly missed. We will all miss his smile and since of humor."
"I'm so sorry about your loss. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I pray God will soon send you a resignation. Letty and the girls"
"So, so very sorry to hear this. Monty was a super, wonderful guy. He will be greatly missed."
"I am so very sorry for your loss. Monty was great friend and I will miss him so much. I loved spending Wednesday nights with you two. Laura and Sam if you need anything please let me know."
"I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I knew Dr. Karoll from working with him at Memorial Hospital in Carthage Il. He was a wonderful person to work with and know. He often was a teacher, very thorough, had a wonderful patient personality. I have missed working with him, and won't forget him. All my prayers to his family and friends. Sincerely, Lana Boley"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul & Janise"
"Very sorry to hear. My condolences to his family and friends. He was a gifted physician."