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Carroll Giovanetti Obituary

Carroll Lee Giovanetti (89) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on October 27,2024. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, August James (Gus) Giovanetti, her parents, Thomas Carroll Lee and Mildred Morrison Lee, and her sister, Ellen Boehm.

She was a lifelong Memphian and proud graduate of St. Agnes Academy. Additionally, Carroll was a founding member and longstanding parishioner of St Louis Catholic Church. She was a loving mother to her 6 children and countless others who were regular guests at her home that was always open to everyone. Her gracious and loving nature was extended to many of her children's friends who commonly referred to her as "Saint Carroll."

Her legacy lives on through her 6 children, Lee & (Jane) Giovannetti, Julie Jimenez, Jim & (Tracy) Giovanetti, Tom & (Stephanie) Giovanetti, Mori & (John) Welborn, John & (Benita) Giovannetti, 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, all who adored her. Carroll is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Thomas Carroll Lee, Diana Cummings, Linda Clark, and Michael Lee.

Visitation will be held at St Louis Catholic Church on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 12:00pm, a reciting of the rosary will begin at 12:40pm, and a funeral Mass will be at 1:00pm. Reception to follow at the Clunan Center.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Manresa House of Retreats (https://www.manresala.org/retreats/donations), Sisters of Charity (https://sistersofcharity.com/donate/).

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily Memphian on Oct. 30, 2024.

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Cece and Tony

October 31, 2024

Mori and John & family:
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear mother Carroll. I always loved seeing the pictures of you with your momma and the clear love you have for each other. May all these memories with her provide peace and comfort to you. We love you, Tony and Cece

Gabrielle Dwyer

October 31, 2024

Dear Mori , John and Family,
We were so sad to hear of the passing of your Mom. Sending condolences and hugs! We love you !
Love,
Michael, Gaby , Rylee, Casey, Tillee & Ringo

Darrell & Pam Witt

October 30, 2024

May God bless the entire Giovanetti family and let the fond memories of your loved one comfort all of you at this difficult time.

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