John Roy Carney, 85, of New Haven, departed this life September 27, 2007.
Born in Bethel, NC, January 13, 1922, he was the son of the late Rev. John Henry Carney and Lena Carney.
Prior to retiring, he was employed at Yale University as a Delivery Truck Driver for the dining hall.
He was a member of St. Matthew's UFWB Church and was also a WWII Army veteran.
Mr. Carney is survived by his children, Tony Carney and Cynthia Ebron; a sister, Leatha C. Cotten; several grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by a brother, Walter Clayton Carney and sisters, Magnora Dolberry and Annie Mae Knight.
A celebration of Mr. Carney's life and legacy will be held Monday, October 1, 2007, at 11:00 AM at St. Matthew's UFWB Church, 400 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Friends may call at the church from 10:00-11:00 AM. Burial in Beaverdale Memorial Park.
