the 1st Infantry Division in Vietnam. Ned served two tours in Vietnam. He received many honors in his military career, includ- ing the Bronze Star Medal 5th OLC.with “V” de- vice), the Meritorious Ser- vice Medal and Vietnam Cross of Gallantry. Ned separated from the Army in 1974 and settled in Gainesville, TX. As manager and co-owner of Bohls Furniture, he was very active in the com- munity. He was a troop leader for the Boy Scouts of America and Explorers. He was an active leader in the Gainesville Kiwanis Club. He served many years as flotilla commander of the Lake Texoma Coast Guard Auxiliary, including decades of providing “Boat Safety Talks” on KGAF radio in Gainesville. Ned was active in Volunteers In Service To Others (VIS- TO) and was an elder at First Presbyterian Church. He sang in the church choir and Cooke County Chorale for many years. He was also involved in the Red River SPCA assist- ing in the care, rescue, and rehabilitation of animals in North Texas. Many evenings he could. be found at the Gaines- ville Boys Club playing Racquetball. Sunday af- ternoons were reserved for sailing on Lake Texoma with his family and friends. You may record your condolences online www.geojcarroll.com. at
