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Elizabeth Anne "Beth" Carothers
1960 - 2008
Elizabeth Carothers Obituary
She was born in Gaston County June 4, 1960. She graduated from Ashbrook High School in Gastonia and graduated from the Charlotte Barber College as a licensed barber. She later graduated from Gupton Jones College of Mortuary Science in Atlanta, Ga with an Associate Degree in Funeral Service.
She was a licensed funeral director and embalmer in North and South Carolina. For over 20 years she was employed in funeral service; having last served as Vice President and Manager of Bass Funeral Home in Rock Hill. She retired due to a hearing impairment.
She enjoyed horses for many years; she trained horses and competed in local, regional, and state competition. She won many awards and trophies.
She later moved to St. George Island, Fla, where she joined the St. George Island United Methodist Church, and was active with the Humane Society of St. George Island, the St. George Island Civic Club and the St. George Island Yacht Club. Later she returned to Lake Wylie and resided there until her death.
She is survived by her parents J.C."Buddy" and Phyllis McGinnis Carothers of St. George Island, Fla; a sister Carol Carothers and her husband Ronnie Lineberger of Belmont; three nieces Jessica Carothers Watson and husband Craig of Gastonia, Becca Doyne and husband Justin of Gastonia; Megan Carothers Debelius of Belmont; two great nephews Andy Carothers and Thomas Watson both of Gastonia; two step sons Jeremy Benfield and wife Star of Stanley, Brandon Johnson, a step daughter Brandi Benfield Maxwell of Alexis, and a special friend Steve Gaddy of Belmont, and her devoted service dog Kahki.
Funeral service conducted by the Reverend Samuel Carothers and Reverend Dr. M.O. Owens, Jr. will be held p.m. Monday in the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly. Entombment will follow in Gaston Memorial Park Mausoleum in Gastonia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m.. Sunday.
Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Franklin County, 244 Highway 65, East Point, Florida 32328.
Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.woodlawnfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Carothers
Zeb Zebrowski
July 27, 2008
Beth was a dear friend with a heart of gold--always upbeat in her perspectives, ever generous and helpful, a lover of life, and a lover of all things living. It is with great sadness that I learned of her passing. I offer my deepest condolences to the Carothers family and to Steve.
--Zeb Zebrowski
(Author of The Last Days of St. Pierre and Category 5: The Story of Camille.)
July 24, 2008
The Carothers Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Beth was such a sweet person and will always be remembered as a childhood friend on Rosemary Lane. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Starr Bennett Williams(Matthews)
Wendy Zebrowski
July 23, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Carothers,
I knew Beth through my brother, Zeb, on St. George Island. I was so terribly sorry to hear of her passing. Beth was a kind-hearted, generous person who made everyone feel welcome. I will always have fond memories of the time we spent together at the beach. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Wendy Zebrowski
Steve Bennett Jr
July 22, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Beth's untimely death. A close friend of mine from Lake Wylie told me of her passing yesterday. It's been a long time since I had seen Beth. But, I always remember from our early years growing up in Gardner Park on Rosemary Lane, what a sweet and caring person she was. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Take care.
Marty Schelper
July 21, 2008
I want to tell you how sad I am to hear of Beth's passing! I had recently obtained her email address regarding our 30 year high school reunion. I had emailed Beth but had not heard back from her. Beth was always very kind and I know that as a family, she will truly be missed.
David Warlick
July 21, 2008
Dear Buddy and Phyllis,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky Rogers
July 21, 2008
Buddy & Phillis,
I knew Beth from the Carolina Paint Horse Club. I admired her as a wonderful person and a expert rider. She will be missed by everyone greatly. I am so sorry for your loss.
Manda Hoffman, Howe
July 21, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Carothers, I feel so lucky to have had Beth in my life. She will always be remembered with a smile. I know I had a true friend in Beth and that is a treasure I will keep close to me forever. God bless your family. Mother Ruth sends you her love and know she will pray for you all also.
Fred & Kim Gallagher
July 21, 2008
Dear Buddy and Phyllis,
Please know that the prayers of our family will be with you now and in the coming months. How graciously your family has aided ours in times of great sorrow over the years! We ask God to bless you and take your darling Beth swiftly to paradise.
TRENIA ,CHRISTOPHER , CORY ARMSTRONG
July 21, 2008
TO THE CAROTHERS FAMILY
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. WE FEEL LIKE FAMILY AND WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .
TRENIA ,CHRISTOPHER , CORY ARMSTRONG
July 21, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Michael Craig
July 21, 2008
Buddy and Carothers Family:
I am so sorry to hear of "Beth"'s passing. While I did not know her, the Carothers family has served so many of us, including my family for more than 40+ years in our time of loss. Carol and Ronnie and you continue that tradition of being there for us when we do have the need.
In your time of loss, know that my prayers and thoughts are with all of you and May God Bless "Beth" and the extended family with his Grace.
Kelly Gilbert
July 21, 2008
Buddy, Phyllis and Carol- I love you all dearly and will miss Aunt Beth. She was a fun loving, free spirit who loved everyone she ever met. I will keep you all in my prayers- Kelly Gilbert
Joseph & Eugenia Vale
July 20, 2008
Phyllis & Buddy, our hearts ache for you at the loss of your darling daughter. She was such an attractive young lady and full of life and giving her all to her horses, friends, and everyone that she came in contact with. She is truly one of the shining stars in this world. We shall all miss her and her sweet smile and excitment.
Remember there is a reason for everything, including death.
Genie & Joe Vale
Pamela (Nivens) Morency
July 20, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Carothers and Carol, I am so sorry to hear about Beth. Seems so hard to believe. I enjoyed the many times that I was part of your family and Beth was always like a sister to me. You have my prayers and love at this time. We are still in Durham and wish that we could be with you at this time.
Love and affection always,
Jon Appleby
July 20, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to you and yours in this time of need. We only knew Beth & Steve for a short time, but considered them good friends, nonetheless...
Jon, Janet Appleby
Ken and Sandra S. White
July 20, 2008
to the family
keep your faith in GOD. She is with HIM and awaits our arrival in due time.
Your friend , Ken and Sandra White
Diane Ratchford Moss
July 20, 2008
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Carothers & Family, I am sorry to hear about Beth passing away, I certainly remember her in my first grade class. She was always full or smiles and pure joy. I will be praying for your family.
David Andrews
July 20, 2008
From my family to yours, our hearts go out to you in your time of sadness and loss. My hope is that the strength of your loving family and friends will guide you through this difficult time. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family for the weekend. The love shared by your family is powerful stuff! Please contact me if you are ever in Charleston. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the weeks to come.
Nancy Bryant
July 20, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Carothers and family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Even though Beth and I had lost touch over the years, I always thought about her. She and I were like glue in our teen years and I could never have asked for a better friend and little sister in Beth. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten in our hearts.
Nancy Andrews Bryant
The Pace Family Dan, Karen and Kristen
July 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go to the Parents, Buddy and Phyllis, the family and friends of Beth. I first met Beth in the middle 1970"s and she was always a very polite and repectful pesonal with a great attitude. She had an appreciation for life. She loved her family very much.
I know she will be missed and words cannot come close but just understand that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Pace Family Dan, Karen and Kristen
July 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go to the Parent, Buddy and Phyllis, the family and friends of Beth. I first met Beth in the middle 1970"s and she was always a very polite and repectful peson with a great attitude. She had an appreciation for life. She loved her family very much.
I know she will be missed and words cannot come close but just understand that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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