Obituary of
Isam, Steve Carroll
Steven Carroll Isam, 59, of Carrollton, Texas passed away Friday morning, July 8, 2016.Ā Steve was born on May 3, 1957 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the youngest of 5 sons.Ā He married Elizabeth Marie Posas on September 1, 1990 in Dallas, Texas. She survives him and lives in Carrollton, Texas. He is also survived by his son Joseph; daughter Stephanie Koch and her husband, Terry; brother, Ed Isam and wife, Donna; his three grandchildren, Ransom, Reagan and Mirabel Koch; mother and father-in-law, Sara M. and Jose M. Posas, and numerous nieces and nephews. Steve is preceded in death by his mother, Christelee Isam and father, Carroll Isam, as well as three brothers, Jaime Isam, Michael Isam, and Jerry Isam.
Steve was a very loyal and dedicated man to God, family, and work. With his principles as an constant guide he was strong of spirit and mind, a man who would admit when he was wrong, help when he was needed, and love without end. He loved to grill and cook for his family, to tout their latest achievements, and teach his grandchildren the simple pleasures of life. He had a wonderful singing voice, enjoyed golfing, working in the yard, and was an eternal Rangers fan, he wouldn't miss a night out with his wife at the Ballpark or just watching the game on t.v. from his favorite chair in their backyard.
Steve drew great joy from his children's and grandchildren's sports leagues, from coaching pony league baseball and watching his son play football and basketball to cheering on the sidelines for his daughter's volleyball, softball, and basketball games.
Steve was a valued and respected leader in Grainger Industrial Supply through which he dedicated service and resources to the American Red Cross and Scottish Rite Hospital of Dallas when needed. He led teams in Grainger Integrated Supply, KeepStock, and most recently in the branch network. Steve worked tirelessly to serve customers and the team's he led. He earned national recognition for his performance as an Annual Achiever winner, as well as various other local recognition as a leader. Steve served for a quarter century positively impacting many lives every day.
He will be missed deeply by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held Thursday July 14, 2016 from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. with a rosary at 6:30p.m. in the Brooks Family Chapel at theĀ North Dallas Funeral Home, 2710 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234
Funeral Mass will be held Friday, July 15, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 2800 Valwood Pkwy, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas or the American Heart Association.
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Tribute Wall of Isam, Steve Carroll
I would like to send my deepest condolences to Steve’s family. Steve had a great presence on me and all my customers he interacted with. He was everyone’s go to guy because he cared about what you cared about and did whatever he could to get the job done. You want a man like that on your team. I’m so proud to have served part of his team for the time I did. You will be missed. Rest In Peace
Kristen Parrish
Thursday October 13, 2022
I would like to send my deepest condolences to Steve's family. Steve had a great presence on me and all my customers he interacted with. He was everyone's go to guy because he cared about what you cared about and did whatever he could to get the job done. You want a man like that on your team. I'm so proud to have served part of his team for the time I did. You will be missed. Rest In Peace
My Deepest sympathy to the Isam family. It was a pleasure to work with Steve. Praying for the family during your time of loss.
Your former TSR Jessica Williams
Rest In Heaven
Jessica Williams
Thursday October 13, 2022
My Deepest sympathy to the Isam family. It was a pleasure to work with Steve. Praying for the family during your time of loss.
Your former TSR Jessica Williams
Rest In Heaven
Liz,Steph ,Joesph ,Terry and Sara my heartfelt condolences to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I hope you can find piece with in your family. I love you guys. It was a blessing to know Steve. He was a great Father and Husband. Liz he will always be your soulmate forever. God Bless his soul may he rest in piece.
Kay Stallcup
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz,Steph ,Joesph ,Terry and Sara my heartfelt condolences to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I hope you can find piece with in your family. I love you guys. It was a blessing to know Steve. He was a great Father and Husband. Liz he will always be your soulmate forever. God Bless his soul may he rest in piece.
Steve was truly a great man and servant leader. I feel very blessed having worked with Steve for many years. I just returned from our Grainger Corporate office and shared the sad news with several team members who had worked with Steve over the years. It was clear how far reaching Steve’s impact was with so many. We will miss this loving and caring man, who was always so willing to lend a hand.
Laramie West
Thursday October 13, 2022
Steve was truly a great man and servant leader. I feel very blessed having worked with Steve for many years. I just returned from our Grainger Corporate office and shared the sad news with several team members who had worked with Steve over the years. It was clear how far reaching Steve's impact was with so many. We will miss this loving and caring man, who was always so willing to lend a hand.
Liz, please accept my condolences.
Bill Ajello
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz, please accept my condolences.
Liz,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. Steve was a great man… I know he will be missed and will always be remembered. My condolences and continued prayers to you and your entire family…
Carla Hokett
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. Steve was a great man... I know he will be missed and will always be remembered. My condolences and continued prayers to you and your entire family...
My thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family. Steve was more than a co-worker. I considered him a great friend, even though I was a yankee and not part of the “great nation” of Texas. He loved his job and cared deeply for those in the Grainger family. I will miss his smile, his whit and his ability to always make a tough situation better.
Mark Sorenson
Thursday October 13, 2022
My thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family. Steve was more than a co-worker. I considered him a great friend, even though I was a yankee and not part of the "great nation" of Texas. He loved his job and cared deeply for those in the Grainger family. I will miss his smile, his whit and his ability to always make a tough situation better.
I wished I had a lot of memories to share with you all but they are very vague. How ever I do remember the 1 night my dad, marcia, angela, dawn katrina, and Heather stayed the night on our way to Kissimmee, Florida for vacation. You welcomed me in an made me feel safe an told my dad that I looked just like him. I wished there could of been more memories. God bless you Aunt Liz and kids. From me & my mom an sister’s terri & diana.ā”ā”ā”
Carol Brazil
Thursday October 13, 2022
I wished I had a lot of memories to share with you all but they are very vague. How ever I do remember the 1 night my dad, marcia, angela, dawn katrina, and Heather stayed the night on our way to Kissimmee, Florida for vacation. You welcomed me in an made me feel safe an told my dad that I looked just like him. I wished there could of been more memories. God bless you Aunt Liz and kids. From me & my mom an sister's terri & diana.ā”ā”ā”
Giving you my heart felt sympathies and prayers for you and your family.
Lindy Barnes
Thursday October 13, 2022
Giving you my heart felt sympathies and prayers for you and your family.
Words cannot express the deep sorrow I feel for you and your family. May God surround you and yours with love and prayers now and always.
Jennifer L. Morales
Thursday October 13, 2022
Words cannot express the deep sorrow I feel for you and your family. May God surround you and yours with love and prayers now and always.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss. Our hearts go out to you during this trying time and may our prayers serve as comfort to you and your loved ones.
Scott and Maureen Burklow
Thursday October 13, 2022
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss. Our hearts go out to you during this trying time and may our prayers serve as comfort to you and your loved ones.
My thoughts & prayers are with his family and all who loved Steve. He was a kind, generous man so that list is quite long. He touched a number of lives and I’m proud to say mine was one.
Brenda Crews
Thursday October 13, 2022
My thoughts & prayers are with his family and all who loved Steve. He was a kind, generous man so that list is quite long. He touched a number of lives and I'm proud to say mine was one.
When I was a child, I remember Sunday afternoon two families would meet at my grandmother’s house. We would have some fried chicken. And my grandma always had a pot of pinto beans, she would fry some potatoes and make corn bread from scratch. It was amazing with 2 large families made up of at least 14 plus my grandma. In the early days, that fried chicken we ate was a a coupe chickens from grandmas chicken coup. She taught us how to kill a chicken, clean them up, and cut them up for dinner. Later on in life it was just KFC.
One of the two families had 4 boys and 1 girl along with a mom and dad. The other family had 5 boys and mom and dad. Well, you have probably guessed it that this story either Steven or I could write. We are cousins. He was almost exactly 6 months younger than me. Every chance our parents gave us we were off hanging out finding some mischief to get into. Believe me, of all the kids, we got yelled at the most.
When we were young I would tell Steven “I’m growing up smart and you are growing up tall.” Steven would look at me, rub his chin with a contemplative grin. He would say “Well, Ronnie you are probably right.” Well I never grew up smart or tall.
It was my honor to perform Steve and Liz’s wedding back in 1990 I think it was. I went in to where Liz was when she was dressed and ready. I had a prayer with her. I cannot tell you just how beautiful this bride was that day and stil is today. A bit later, I went in to talk to Steve. I said, “Steve remember that thing about me growing up smart and you growing up tall?” He immediately said “yes, I do!” I said “Well Steve you did grow tall and I was just in praying with Liz and I think you grew up tall and smart.” As I continued to talk to him I said, ” Steven, Liz is a very beautiful and precious bride.” I said always ways be good to her, speak gentle to her and always honor and love her and she will stay the radiant bride you will see today. i continued “When you see her today for the first time, remember in your eyes and mind what she looks like.” I said, “she will only stay as radiant as the kinds of words you speak to her and about her.”
Well, I guess he listened and put it into practice, because, as you can see, Liz is still very beautiful and she is still radiant. That is why I came to this point to ask you to just remember to pray often for Liz and their children. I know she will do well, but let’s keep her lifted up. Love you Steven, R.I.P. and Liz stay radiant we love you very much. Pastor Ron and Diane Isam love you Cuz!
Ron Isam
Thursday October 13, 2022
When I was a child, I remember Sunday afternoon two families would meet at my grandmother's house. We would have some fried chicken. And my grandma always had a pot of pinto beans, she would fry some potatoes and make corn bread from scratch. It was amazing with 2 large families made up of at least 14 plus my grandma. In the early days, that fried chicken we ate was a a coupe chickens from grandmas chicken coup. She taught us how to kill a chicken, clean them up, and cut them up for dinner. Later on in life it was just KFC.
One of the two families had 4 boys and 1 girl along with a mom and dad. The other family had 5 boys and mom and dad. Well, you have probably guessed it that this story either Steven or I could write. We are cousins. He was almost exactly 6 months younger than me. Every chance our parents gave us we were off hanging out finding some mischief to get into. Believe me, of all the kids, we got yelled at the most.
When we were young I would tell Steven "I'm growing up smart and you are growing up tall." Steven would look at me, rub his chin with a contemplative grin. He would say "Well, Ronnie you are probably right." Well I never grew up smart or tall.
It was my honor to perform Steve and Liz's wedding back in 1990 I think it was. I went in to where Liz was when she was dressed and ready. I had a prayer with her. I cannot tell you just how beautiful this bride was that day and stil is today. A bit later, I went in to talk to Steve. I said, "Steve remember that thing about me growing up smart and you growing up tall?" He immediately said "yes, I do!" I said "Well Steve you did grow tall and I was just in praying with Liz and I think you grew up tall and smart." As I continued to talk to him I said, " Steven, Liz is a very beautiful and precious bride." I said always ways be good to her, speak gentle to her and always honor and love her and she will stay the radiant bride you will see today. i continued "When you see her today for the first time, remember in your eyes and mind what she looks like." I said, "she will only stay as radiant as the kinds of words you speak to her and about her."
Well, I guess he listened and put it into practice, because, as you can see, Liz is still very beautiful and she is still radiant. That is why I came to this point to ask you to just remember to pray often for Liz and their children. I know she will do well, but let's keep her lifted up. Love you Steven, R.I.P. and Liz stay radiant we love you very much. Pastor Ron and Diane Isam love you Cuz!
My deepest condolences to the Isam family. I met Steve in Sept. 2014 when I became his new leader at Grainger. He was one of the hardest working individuals I have ever known and had a servants heart, was very conscientious of others. He did love the Rangers and I enjoyed talking baseball with him. He loved his family deeply. His Grainger family will miss him!
Steve Bancroft
Thursday October 13, 2022
My deepest condolences to the Isam family. I met Steve in Sept. 2014 when I became his new leader at Grainger. He was one of the hardest working individuals I have ever known and had a servants heart, was very conscientious of others. He did love the Rangers and I enjoyed talking baseball with him. He loved his family deeply. His Grainger family will miss him!
Liz, Stephanie, Joseph, we are so sorry for your loss of your husband and father. I enjoyed meeting Steve and hearing his stories about your family and his work. His work for the Dallas Super Bowl was a neat adventure and a great success. He had a great spirit and I know he will be missed by all. Please accept our deepest condolences and may your fond memories bring you some happiness as you grieve.
John lyday
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz, Stephanie, Joseph, we are so sorry for your loss of your husband and father. I enjoyed meeting Steve and hearing his stories about your family and his work. His work for the Dallas Super Bowl was a neat adventure and a great success. He had a great spirit and I know he will be missed by all. Please accept our deepest condolences and may your fond memories bring you some happiness as you grieve.
Steve was a great business partner. I will miss the way he would bend his head down to listen intently to a problem. He will be greatly missed at Grainger.
Jill Delp
Thursday October 13, 2022
Steve was a great business partner. I will miss the way he would bend his head down to listen intently to a problem. He will be greatly missed at Grainger.
I am deeply saddened to hear this. Steve was always available to me to lend a helping hand and will truly be missed.
Tessa Johnson
Thursday October 13, 2022
I am deeply saddened to hear this. Steve was always available to me to lend a helping hand and will truly be missed.
Liz, Stephanie, and Joseph: we are so sorry for your loss. Steve was a wonderful man and we all enjoyed the times we shared with you both. We will all miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
BUNZL Southwest Region
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz, Stephanie, and Joseph: we are so sorry for your loss. Steve was a wonderful man and we all enjoyed the times we shared with you both. We will all miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I had the pleasure of working with Steve. I came into the job not knowing a lot about the supply side and struggled when I first started. I asked Steve to help me and he did not hesitate to give me advice whenever I needed it. I knew I could always call Steve if I got in frustrated or needed help. Steve would always take interest in me and all his employees even when he didnāt have to.
He did have a wild sense of humor too. Once, I sold a large order to a customer and Steve told me the customer got mad and returned it! I was about to cry and was panicking when Steve said,ā Hey calm down I am just kidding they picked it up today and are happy with it.ā I could not help but laugh.
To Steveās family, thank you for sharing him with me. I regarded as a mentor and teacher and he has helped shape my career work ethic, and even sense of humor a little bit. I will miss him but will always have good memories of him anytime I walk into any Grainger Branch.
Zachary Sevar
Thursday October 13, 2022
I had the pleasure of working with Steve. I came into the job not knowing a lot about the supply side and struggled when I first started. I asked Steve to help me and he did not hesitate to give me advice whenever I needed it. I knew I could always call Steve if I got in frustrated or needed help. Steve would always take interest in me and all his employees even when he didnāt have to.
He did have a wild sense of humor too. Once, I sold a large order to a customer and Steve told me the customer got mad and returned it! I was about to cry and was panicking when Steve said,ā Hey calm down I am just kidding they picked it up today and are happy with it.ā I could not help but laugh.
To Steveās family, thank you for sharing him with me. I regarded as a mentor and teacher and he has helped shape my career work ethic, and even sense of humor a little bit. I will miss him but will always have good memories of him anytime I walk into any Grainger Branch.
Liz,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your sudden and tragic loss. May the wonderful memories you and your family hold help all of you through this painful time.
Melanie Goodman
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your sudden and tragic loss. May the wonderful memories you and your family hold help all of you through this painful time.
Steve, was a Great Man that I sincerely enjoyed working with. He was very fair and hardworking and always driven to take care of the customers. God Bless and Peace be with you Steve! We will Truly miss you as a Dear Friend and Co-Worker and will Never forget you! Sincerely, David Ontiveros
David Ontiveros
Thursday October 13, 2022
Steve, was a Great Man that I sincerely enjoyed working with. He was very fair and hardworking and always driven to take care of the customers. God Bless and Peace be with you Steve! We will Truly miss you as a Dear Friend and Co-Worker and will Never forget you! Sincerely, David Ontiveros
My condolences to you. I had A opportunity to work some with him here in Mansfield Texas. I enjoyed every moment. He was dedicated and talented man. Sorry for your loss.
Willie Haefner
William Haefner
Thursday October 13, 2022
My condolences to you. I had A opportunity to work some with him here in Mansfield Texas. I enjoyed every moment. He was dedicated and talented man. Sorry for your loss.
Willie Haefner
To the Isam Family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace.
Bunzl Albuquerque
Thursday October 13, 2022
To the Isam Family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace.
Liz, thinking of you and your family and wishing it was for a different reason. I never met your husband, but after reading the obituaries, wish I had. I can only imagine that this time is extremely difficult, but know that your Bunzl family is praying for you and thinking of you at this difficult time.
Craig, Susan, Cooper and Parker Howell
Craig Howell
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz, thinking of you and your family and wishing it was for a different reason. I never met your husband, but after reading the obituaries, wish I had. I can only imagine that this time is extremely difficult, but know that your Bunzl family is praying for you and thinking of you at this difficult time.
Craig, Susan, Cooper and Parker Howell
Impactful throughout my 16yrs with Grainger as he and I crossed paths. Always enjoyed his company and incredible knowledge he so willingly shared. Recently spent time with him in Houston as a partner in GEM class We watched a game together and he shared pictures of his family he was so proud of. What a model person for me. Her certainly made our class special. I will miss him, as I can only imagine those that were close to him will.
Br256 El Paso, Tx
Pete Herrera
Thursday October 13, 2022
Impactful throughout my 16yrs with Grainger as he and I crossed paths. Always enjoyed his company and incredible knowledge he so willingly shared. Recently spent time with him in Houston as a partner in GEM class We watched a game together and he shared pictures of his family he was so proud of. What a model person for me. Her certainly made our class special. I will miss him, as I can only imagine those that were close to him will.
Br256 El Paso, Tx
I’ve only worked with Steve since this past January, however, he’s the kind of man that leaves a lasting impression very early on. I’m so sorry for your loss. His Grainger family will miss him very much. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Cheryl Williams
Cheryl Williams
Thursday October 13, 2022
I've only worked with Steve since this past January, however, he's the kind of man that leaves a lasting impression very early on. I'm so sorry for your loss. His Grainger family will miss him very much. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Cheryl Williams
Steve was a true angel and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
R.I.P.
Mary Canyon
Mary Canyon
Thursday October 13, 2022
Steve was a true angel and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
R.I.P.
Mary Canyon
I have only had the privilege to know Steve for about 18 months. I first met him when I joined Grainger in OKC in 2014. When I first met him I could immediately tell he was a very patient, caring man. As a new manager, he knew I had a lot to learn. During our first meeting together, he pulled aside to chat. He wanted to get to know me and inform me about some things I needed to quickly learn. His concern for me, the new guy, left a lasting impression. I will miss Steve! My condolences and prayers will be with his family.
Troy Rausch
Thursday October 13, 2022
I have only had the privilege to know Steve for about 18 months. I first met him when I joined Grainger in OKC in 2014. When I first met him I could immediately tell he was a very patient, caring man. As a new manager, he knew I had a lot to learn. During our first meeting together, he pulled aside to chat. He wanted to get to know me and inform me about some things I needed to quickly learn. His concern for me, the new guy, left a lasting impression. I will miss Steve! My condolences and prayers will be with his family.
My deepest condolences to your family. Steve was an incredible man and will be missed by many. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Layla King
Thursday October 13, 2022
My deepest condolences to your family. Steve was an incredible man and will be missed by many. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Liz, Steph, Joseph and family, I offer my sincerest heartfelt condolences to all. Steve was a joy to know and he was a blessing to all who knew him. He will be remembered as a family man who was caring, compassionate, and a very responsible Gentleman. It was a blessing to know him.
Pamela Garza Rodriguez
Thursday October 13, 2022
Liz, Steph, Joseph and family, I offer my sincerest heartfelt condolences to all. Steve was a joy to know and he was a blessing to all who knew him. He will be remembered as a family man who was caring, compassionate, and a very responsible Gentleman. It was a blessing to know him.
I am so sorry for his passing some of my favorite memories are with him I loved talking Ranger baseball Dallas football and Oklahoma Sooner football. I love you uncle Steve
Brian Isam
Thursday October 13, 2022
I am so sorry for his passing some of my favorite memories are with him I loved talking Ranger baseball Dallas football and Oklahoma Sooner football. I love you uncle Steve