Carroll Resident Paul Adolph Schaben Dies at 86

Funeral services scheduled for March 17th at St. Lawrence Catholic Church

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Paul Adolph Schaben, an 86-year-old resident of Carroll, Iowa, passed away. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 A.M. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church - St. John Paul II Parish in Carroll. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery with military honors by the Carroll American Legion.

Why it matters

Schaben's passing marks the loss of a long-time member of the Carroll community. As a veteran, his military service and involvement with the local American Legion post made him an important figure in the area.

The details

Visitation for Schaben will be held at the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Carroll from 5 – 7 P.M. on Monday, March 16th, where a Christian Wake Service will be held at 7 P.M. On Tuesday, the casket will be moved to St. Lawrence Church at 10:00 A.M. where visitation will resume until the start of the Mass at 11 A.M.

  • Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 11 A.M.
  • Visitation will be on Monday, March 16, 2026 from 5 - 7 P.M. with a Christian Wake Service at 7 P.M.
  • The casket will be moved to St. Lawrence Church on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00 A.M.

The players

Paul Adolph Schaben

An 86-year-old resident of Carroll, Iowa who passed away.

St. Lawrence Catholic Church - St. John Paul II Parish

The church where the Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Carroll, Iowa.

Mt. Olivet Cemetery

The cemetery where Schaben will be buried with military honors by the Carroll American Legion.

Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home

The funeral home in Carroll, Iowa where visitation for Schaben will be held.

Carroll American Legion

The local American Legion post that will provide military honors at Schaben's burial.

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The takeaway

Schaben's funeral arrangements reflect the close-knit community of Carroll, Iowa, where he lived for many years. As a veteran, his life and service will be honored through the military rites at his burial, underscoring the importance of recognizing those who have served their country.