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Jeanne Carmen Obituary
Carmen died of lymphoma Thursday at her Orange County home, said her son, Brandon James.
Born on Aug. 4, 1930, in Paragould, Ark., Carmen picked cotton with her family before running away at 13.
"I was just a little country girl that wanted to be a movie star," she told the Orange County Register in 1996.
Carmen was still a teenager when she came to New York and, despite having no show business experience, immediately became a dancer in a Broadway show called "Burlesque," with comic Burt Lahr.
She later went into modeling, gaining a measure of success with a series of cheesecake shots in men's magazines. One gig turned into a new career as a trick golfer. On tour with golfer Jack Redmond, she would perform stunts such as hitting a ball out of a man's mouth.
Carmen claimed that she later hustled golfers with Las Vegas mobster Johnny Roselli.
She came to Hollywood while still in her 20s, where she appeared in low-budget movies with such titles as "Guns Don't Argue" and "The Monster of Piedras Blancas."
Carmen also claimed to have had affairs with Sinatra and other celebrities.
She moved to Orange County in 1978.
In addition to her son, Carmen is survived by daughters Melinda Belli and Kellee Jade Campo, and three grandchildren.
Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press
50 Entries
Sandra De La O
March 2, 2022
Such a Beauty, rest in heavenly peace
Christie
September 26, 2019
We never met, she was familiar to me though because she reminds me so much of my mother, Barbara (expired 12/12/12). I wouldve loved to meet her, I hope someday I will meet her son Brandon and her beautiful daughter Kellee aka little Carmen Jeanne was a great Lady for all in life and now a very beautiful Soul in Heaven. Blessings Jeanne, and Blessings with best regards to your entire family.
"Keep you chin up and keep smiling Baby" good advice Auntie.
Rose Blanchard
September 19, 2018
I miss Aunt Jeanne so much. I loved our three hour phone calls and girl talk. She was such a Sweetheart. Ahhh...the stories she shared with me....precious memories which I will cherish. Love you Auntie and sure do miss you.❤
June 6, 2018
SHE LOOKS SO MUCH LIKE MARILYN MONROE.SHE IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL WOMEN SORRY SHE IS NOT HERE TO MAKE PEOPLE SMILE .SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
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Joey Smiths
June 5, 2018
Ms.Jeanee Carmen did Live her dream!! Something most of us never do.....
R.I.P. amen. [email protected]
Nancy Cook
August 19, 2015
Brandon, I grew up in Jonesboro, 22 miles from Paragould. I love doing research on famous people from Arkansas. Who were your grandparents and what was your mother's birth name?
December 26, 2013
And no resident will say: “I am sick…”Isa 33:24. We can expect this to be a reality in the near future; perhaps you or I may see those missing from our lives due to sickness that leads to death. Prayers go out to the surviving family and friends.
September 7, 2012
Brandon, if you see this, please get in touch. You and I use to be friends and talk quite a bit. My name is Lisa Malone Herbert on facebook. Love ya...xoxo
Lisa Basil (Warren)
April 5, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Jeanne in the late 80's. She was a passionate, beautiful lady who could not wait to introduce me to her kids. We would talk on the phone or meet for lunch. Being both from Arkansas, we understood each other...why we had made our life choices and such. We talked of the glamour of old Hollywood. Though I was in the presence of Hollywood royalty, we were just 2 crazy blondes enjoying our lives. I only found out today that this world is without her beautiful soul. I moved away from So Cal in 1992. God bless you, Jeanne. We will see each other again. To the kids, may you find peace in knowing how much she adored you and loved you. We all mourn with you. Love Always,
Lisa Basil (Warren)
Rev. Dr. Nicholas V. Gamvas
March 15, 2011
A True Legend of Hollywood! Memory Eternal!
C. M.
September 27, 2010
May the God of comfort and tender mercies continue to comfort your family and friends, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."" Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of your loss.
Gilbert Gauthier
July 28, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting and chatting and developing an endearing relationship with both Brandon and Jeanne in the mid 90's. I was involved in music and performing some memorable stuff. Jeanne's openness to me in my quest at the time was generous and forthcoming. She was am encouragement to me and so was Brandon. I am late with this note because I just now found the place to express it.
April 3, 2010
For Jeanne...the "little country girl" who became a 1950s pinup and actress and hobnobbed with Frank Sinatra and other stars.
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Karl Petry
January 2, 2008
Met Jeanne and her son with Dolores Fuller a few years back. Jeanne will be missed. My sympathy to her family.
Susan H
December 28, 2007
While you are mourning the loss of a loved one, others are rejoicing to meet them behind the veil.
Cindy Cadorette & Family
December 28, 2007
I remember this beautiful lady and I'm saddened by her passing. Warm wishes for the people who truely loved her as your loss must feel huge.
Dean Chapman
December 28, 2007
I used to attend the Hollywood Collector's Show in North Hollywood regularly as a dealer and then had to stop going due to health reasons several years ago. Two of the people I missed seeing the most was the lovely, charming Jeanne and her son Brandon. I had many wonderful chats with both of them and Jeanne was always one of the nicest, kindest and warmest celebrities at the show. She was such a sweet woman and will be greatly missed. My sympathies go out to Brandon and Jeanne's daughters. I will remember her always.
Anita Cash
December 27, 2007
My prayers are with the family. Jeanne, you are a movie star!
carla deeds
December 27, 2007
sincere condolences to the family of ms. carmen. she was a beautiful lady. may the hope of the resurrection comfort you at this time.
Jay Kompelien
December 27, 2007
Thoughts to your family. You brought many smiles and your legacy will live on.
Kimberly Hoskins
December 27, 2007
My thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Nikki Vicknair
December 27, 2007
Such a beautiful and loving lady....you will be missed.
linda taylor
December 27, 2007
you were a great lady so sorry you are gone the taylor family
Juanita Mikell
December 27, 2007
To the Carmen Family, May the God of comfort and peace stay in your lives today and always. Psalms 83:18
Brian Andrew Wong
December 27, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Sidney F. Garaudy, Jr.
December 27, 2007
You surely did live a full life and you did it YOUR WAY.
Gail Duarte
December 27, 2007
A beautiful lady will be in a beautiful place. May your family find peace and comfort during this sad time. God Bless all of you.
Joe & Becky Levato
December 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Toni Costanzo
December 26, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathies at the Loss of Jeanne Carmen.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
December 26, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Carmen family in the loss of Jeanne.
melinda, brandon, jade
December 26, 2007
Vanessa Selig
December 26, 2007
So sorry to hear of her passing.Not many were like her and even fewer are still here.RIP.God Bless.
NOEL dickens
December 26, 2007
LOVE YOU JC
a blessing
ed price
December 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
J&JC
EMERALD KRISTINA PRICE
December 26, 2007
Elizabeth
December 26, 2007
What a pretty lady!!
You will be missed!
Sheila Smith
December 26, 2007
Rest in Peace Jeanne.
Linda
December 26, 2007
Ms Carmen's Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. Always enjoyed her stories of old Hollywood on the E! Channel and her own life story.
Harry Simpson
December 26, 2007
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Jaenae
December 26, 2007
Jeanne,
You will be missed. Tell Marilyn hello.
Steven Owen
December 26, 2007
You will be missed Jeanne.
RIP
D.L. ZIMMERMAN
December 26, 2007
REST IN PEACE, JEANNE CARMEN
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