NEW BERN - Carolyn J. Mallard, 73 of New Bern, died December 2, 2012, at home, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She graduated from Jones Central High School in 1957 and Troutman's Carolina Beauty School in 1960. In 1993, Carolyn received her Real Estate License and in 1999 she retired after 20 years of service as a Teacher's Assistant. Carolyn was a 4-H Club leader and she volunteered as a Gray Lady at CarolinaEast Medical Center. She enjoyed working in the yard and being a homemaker. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Eliza Johnson, and two brothers, Rodney Johnson and William Bruce.
She is survived by her husband, Aaron L. "Pete" Mallard; two sons, Timothy A. Mallard of Wake Forest and Tracy L. Mallard of New Bern; and one brother, Bobby Johnson and wife Ann of High Point.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, December 6, 2012, at Cotten Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Trenton Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 930 B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834.
Online condolences may be made to the Mallard family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are by Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory.
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Aron and Tracey, i am truley sorry for your loss. May the Lord touch you both in a special way.
Cheryl Banks Allinen
December 9, 2012
Carolyn always had a way of cheering you up if you were down. Her warm smile will be missed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janeth Hill Hopewell
December 6, 2012
No matter how low she felt, Carolyn seemed to find words of comfort for others. I'll miss knowing she is around.
Susan Rivenbark
December 6, 2012
Joyce Sutton
December 5, 2012
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the entire Mallard family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Alan and Dolores Rogers
December 5, 2012
Pete, I'm sorry for you and your family's loss. -Patty Douglas
December 5, 2012
My heart goes out to you, Pete, Tim and Tracy. Carolyn was a wonderful, sweet woman who I had the pleasure of knowing through my own mother. She was always smiling....I'll remember her that way.
Wendy Carter
December 5, 2012
Ed and I send our sympathy and love to all of Carolyn's family and hope these words will bring comfort, peace, and consolation.
The Edmondsons
December 5, 2012
Carolyn was such a special person to me when I was a little girl. She always took time to talk and play with me. She and Aaron were always so good to my Mom, (Aunt Sallie) when we visited Aunt Eliza and made sure to help them spend time together when possible. I know she will be missed and our prayers are with Aaron and the boys. Marilyn Stark (Charleston, SC)
December 5, 2012
Mrs. Carolyn was a very loving and caring woman who didn't meet someone she didn't come to love. She shared her wisdom and love to everyone. She will always be in my heart. The Labra and Grega family have your family in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Lisa Labra
December 4, 2012
I met Mrs. Mallard only a few times at Tim's. She was always warm and friendly and talked like she had known me forever. She was and is a beautiful soul! My thoughts and prayers are with the Mallard family. May you find comfort in God's love at this time.
Donna Cormier
December 4, 2012
Carolyn was one of the most positive people I have ever known. If things bothered her she never showed frustration, anger, or self pity during our time together at Oaks Road. Her spirit will live on in those who knew and cared for her.
Eleanor Falls
December 4, 2012
Carolyn was a special person who was much loved by my mother, her Aunt Ruby, and also by her many Harper cousins. She gave generously of herself to her family and friends. The extended Harper family have you in our thoughts and prayers, Aaron, Tim and Tracey.
Susie Harper
December 4, 2012
Keeping. All of you in our thoughts and prayers. Aaron, Carla and Jane McLawhorn
Aaron McLawhorn
December 4, 2012
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the entire Mallard family. We knew Mrs. Mallard through our good friend Tim, and she was always so sweet and kind to us every time we saw her. She will certainly be missed by all of her family and friends. She and the family will be in our hearts and prayers.
Sincerely, Jeff, Jamie, and Ashlyn Ramsey
December 3, 2012
Mrs. Mallard will truly be missed. She was my 2nd and 3rd grade teacher, the special guest at our wedding, my son's adopted Grandmother, and my mentor. I, as well as many will miss her dearly. She had such a beautiful spirit and a comforting smile. She will always be remembered and loved. My heart and prayers are with the family at this time.
Christina Wethington
December 3, 2012
Carolyn was such a sweet spirit who always desired to help others.Our world has lost a wonderful woman, mother and friend. Surrounding your family with our love and prayers. Pam, Josh, Blake and Jenny
Pam Davis
December 3, 2012
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