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J.Cwent to school with us in Columbia, South Carolina. He was good in all sports. Rest Well
Marian Watts
October 31, 2025 | School


Jan 17, 1933 – Nov 17, 2017 (Age 84)
J.C. Caroline, former Chicago Bears defensive back and stand-out University of Illinois running back, has died, according to The Associated Press. He was 84. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.
J.Cwent to school with us in Columbia, South Carolina. He was good in all sports. Rest Well
Marian Watts
October 31, 2025 | School
Mr. Caroline played high school football in my hometown, Columbia, SC. He returned a kickoff 101 yards with a broken ankle. He lettered in 3 sports. During the summer he returned to Columbia visiting friends. He was always gracious and friendly.
Jimmy Hill
December 06, 2017 | Columbia, SC | Neighbor
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Caroline family and friends at this difficult time
Carlotta
November 29, 2017
So sorry to here one of the (greatest) football players of all time in Illinois history passed away! I met him at former Grandy's reaturant and I loved the conversation in the twenty minutes we talked! May God bless his soul!!!
Daryl Brown
November 25, 2017 | Urbana, IL
Our condolences to the family. May the God of peace comfort you during this period of loss.
Williams Family
November 25, 2017 | NC
Donnelle Sumbler and family like to send our thoughts and prayers to the family . Mr j.c was a great man and a close friend to our family may God bless you all.
Donnelle Sumbler
November 25, 2017 | Glenmora, LA
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the Caroline family. May God grant solace to the family and acquaintances during this most challenging time. With Love & Prayers
November 21, 2017

Valenda Newell
November 20, 2017 | Indianapolis, IN
You will see J.C. again
Ann R
November 20, 2017 | GA