David E. Carlton

July 23, 2021

David E. Carlton, 71, passed away July 23, 2021. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Luther and Helen (Andrews) Carlton; beloved husband of Paula A. (Andrews) Carlton; devoted father of Melissa Howe and David E. Carlton Jr. and his wife Emily; cherished grandfather of Austin Howe, Sophia and Victoria Carlton. He was also the youngest of 11 children. Of his 10 siblings, he leaves behind 3 brothers and 1 sister. David was a graduate of Smithfield High School and was a retired heavy equipment operator from the local 4 International Union Of Operating Engineers. David enjoyed playing pool, cards, cribbage and board games with his family. He also had great interest in classic automobiles and farm equipment. He was quick with a joke and especially energetic when he was spending time with any of his 3 grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the Winfield and Sons Funeral Home, 571 West Greenville Road, Scituate. Funeral services will be respectfully private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, https://www.hopehealthco.org/ways-to-give/donatenow.