Carl McGrew

Carl McGrew was born on February 18, 1955 to Willie and Cleta McGrew. Born in Midland and raised in Corpus Christi, TX, Carl graduated from Roy Miller High School where he excelled in football. Carl worked for Arco Oil and Gas before relocating to Las Vegas, NV. In partnership with his wife, Carl was the Co-owner of C&Cint Thing’s for 16 years. As a foster parent for 22 years, Carl and his wife Cynthia fostered over 40 children. This resulted in them adopting 4 children as their own. After working for the Clark County Election Department for 20 years, he retired as the Warehouse Supervisor. In his retirement, Carl moved back to TX and enjoyed working at the AT&T (Dallas Cowboys) Stadium, were he was awarded Employee of the Month. 

 In his spare time, Carl was an avid fisherman, master carpenter, restored antique vehicles, and loved traveling. As an active member of the Men’s Fellowship at Victory Missionary Baptist Church, Carl’s love of cooking and service of others was displayed each Sunday morning as he prepared breakfast for all to enjoy. 

 Carl will be remembered as having a gentle spirit and being quiet in nature. His devotion to his family was exhibited as a loving husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. 

 Carl is preceded in death by his parents: Willie and Cleta; siblings: Mildred Ann, Robert, Terry, Stella, and Bill.

 Carl’s impact will be missed by his wife Cynthia; Daughters: Acacia, Stacia, Tauleece, Queen, Da’Shawn, La’Shawn, Michelle; Son: Carl Jr.; Granddaughter: Samara; Grandsons: Tyreace, Qudrick, Christian-Henry, Prathey Jr., and John-Paul; Brother: James; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. 

 2 Timothy 4:7-8 “I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord will award to me..” NIV

 The wake and service will be held at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield, TX. A wake will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 7pm-8pm. The Celebration of Life service will be Friday, August 9,2024 at 11:00am. Additional viewing will be held prior to the service from 10am-11am.

 The McGrew family wishes to extend their gratitude to Bethlehem Baptist Church, Emerald Hills Funeral Home, Aspen Catering, and to our family and friends.