Carlos Vaden

Carlos LaRosa Vaden (December 24, 1964 – November 7, 2026)

Carlos LaRosa Vaden, 61, passed away peacefully at his home in Seagoville, Texas, on November 7, 2026.

Born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas, Carlos was the eldest of two children born to Hardy Vaden Jr. and Peggy McGary. Raised with strong values and a deep devotion to family, Carlos grew up in Texarkana and later relocated to Mesquite, Texas, where he developed a lifelong passion for basketball and a love for music. He attended Mesquite High School, graduating with the Class of 1983.

Carlos dedicated over 30 years of his professional life to the hospital system in Dallas, serving faithfully as a dedicated Anesthesia Technician. Throughout his career in healthcare, Carlos was admired by colleagues and medical staff alike for his quiet strength, meticulous care, and unwavering support for his patients.

Beyond his career, Carlos’s greatest joy was found in his personal life and spiritual community. He was a longtime, faithful member of Wildwood Baptist Church in Mesquite, Texas. On any given weekend, Carlos could be found grilling, listening to his favorite music, enjoying quality time with family and friends, or passionately cheering on his favorite teams, the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Longhorns.

Carlos shared many wonderful years of marriage and devotion with his loving wife, Jayna. Known for his generous spirit, sharp wit, caring heart, and gentle presence, Carlos was affectionately known as "Big Daddy" and "Pop Pop" to his grandchildren, leaving behind an indelible legacy of warmth, laughter, and strong values.

Carlos was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Peggy, and his grandparents, Ardella and Hardy Vaden Sr., & Emma Lee and Napoleon.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jayna; his children, Trenton, Christopher (and wife Nikki), Jeremy (and significant other Heather), Gabriel, and Mikayla (and husband Dylan); and his cherished grandchildren who brought him endless pride, Christopher Jr., Allyson, Dre, Nylah, Phoenix, Macelynn, Victoria, Gracelee, and Amelia.

Carlos is also survived by his father, Hardy Vaden Jr. (and wife Francene); his sister, Kristi Vaden (and wife Shawna); step brothers Rufus Jr., Anthony (and wife Michelle), and Rayland; brothers-in-law Ron, and Michael (and wife Dawn); nieces Devon, Brooke, and Harley; nephews Aaron, Trevon, Kamron, Deano, and Zander; along with a large, loving extended family of aunts, uncles, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and a multitude of dear friends beyond measure.

Service Information

Viewing & Visitation

Thursday, November 12, 2026

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

New Hope Funeral Home - Chapel

500 US Highway 80 E

Sunnyvale, TX 75182

Memorial Service with Respite to Follow

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4:00 PM

Wildwood Baptist Church - Sanctuary

531 S. Walker St

Mesquite, TX 75149

(A respite gathering will immediately follow the service in the church fellowship hall.)