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Carol Filipczak Obituary
A remembrance will be held at the Howard County Conservancy, in Woodstock, MD, at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to benefit Conservancy programs.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Filipczak
Leslie Pulford
August 9, 2011
To the Filipczak Family -
My deepest sympathy is with you all. I just read the article in the Howard County Times about Carol's work with the HC Conservancy.
I worked with Carol very early on in her career in advertising. I believe (if I remember correctly) that she and I worked together at W.B.Donor & Company in the late 70's. She took over their "Information Center" from me when I moved on to a job in marketing research.
I remember her smile and her laugh. She was always a delight to be around. Things were never stressful for Carol.. they just got done.
Although I have not seen her in years, she remains in a special place in my heart.
God bless.
Nancy Davis
June 15, 2011
Dear Jim and Family, As I had spoken to Carol very recently on the telephone, I was so very shocked and terribly saddened to learn that she has been lost to us. She exemplifies good friend and good citizen and will be greatly missed. Thank you for sharing her time with all of us. My deepest sympathies. Nancy Davis
Saundy & Nate Cobb
June 9, 2011
Dear Jim and Family -
Saundy and I are truly saddened to hear of Carol's untimely passing. Our prayerful sentiments and thoughts are with ALL of You, during this time.
Saundy Cobb
June 9, 2011
Oh my gosh, I'm so sad to hear about Carol. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carliane Johnson
June 3, 2011
Dear Jim and the Filipczak family:
It is such a shock to hear of Carol's passing. I'm honored to have met her and I hope the good memories you shared together bring you comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts will be with you.
Michael Jones
June 3, 2011
Jim,
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. My thoughts and sympathy are with you at this time.
Colin Leonard
June 2, 2011
We were honored to have Carol as a friend.
Love
Billie Cantwell & Colin Leonard
Rob Johnson
June 1, 2011
Dear Jim,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I never had the honor of knowing Carol, but I did have the honor of listening to your adventures together. It was easy to see what a wonderful relationship you both had. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Sincerely,
Rob
Joyce Kelly
June 1, 2011
Dear Jim & family,
My deepest sympathy at your great loss. Carol will be missed by family, friends and the greater Howard County Community. She gave of herself unselfishly to help the citizens of this County have a better future. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with her on local issues for many years.
She understood the importance of good governance whether at the local level or the national level and worked endlessly to help citizens understand the issues and the importance of participating in the political process. She made Howard County a better place to live.
Her warmth, openness, intelligence, strength, commitment, and caring will be sorely missed. She truly made a difference.
Her departure is a great loss to us all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Stephanie Richards
June 1, 2011
Dear Jim and family,
The Aquarium is very much an extended family to me. When I lost my mother last summer, the support of my dive team did much to remind me of life's precious blessings.
I recently showed my father the picture of Jim on the St. Agnes magazine cover and he smiled with a mutual appreciation for "active aging". He had hip replacement surgery himself not long ago and was impressed to see how quickly Jim was back on duty. My dad was my first dive buddy and I plan to try and get him back in for another guest dive... If Jim can do it, so can he!
While I did not have the chance to meet Carol, I know that the rest of Jim's aquarium family feels the same way I do and sends him their love and support.
My prayers are with you,
Stephanie Richards
Demetri Recachinas
June 1, 2011
Dear Jim and Family,
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Carol, I have heard nothing but the kindest words spoken of her. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. If I can be of help in any way, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Deepest sympathies,
Demetri
Margie Weeks
May 31, 2011
Dear Filipczak family,
I knew Carol at RM&D and have many fond memories of her. She was so helpful and kind to me and all who worked with her. I remember how much fun she was on all our new business pitches, secret santa and creative off-sites! She was so calm and thoughtful, two things that are rare in our business.She was so smart and always one step ahead of everyone else. She was very excited one day and told me that she had been doing some research and really thought bottled water was going to be "big". That was 1987. I wish I had listened to her.
I am so sorry to learn about her death and know that she will be missed by not only her wonderful family but her colleagues and friends.
Sadly, Margie Weeks
May 31, 2011
Jim and family,
I worked with Carol at RM & D about 25 years ago. I was so surprised and sorry to hear of her passing. I just wanted to let you know what a wonderfull lady she was, so super helpful and the most pleasant person to work with. Even after I left RM&D she helped me with some research projects. She also was alot of fun and joined us on our many forays back when we were all energetic young party animals. I've always thought so fondly of her and know she will be greatly missed.
All my best to you all, Julie Salter
Chuck and Deb Donofrio
May 31, 2011
Carol worked with us for many years at Richardson, Myers and Donofrio advertising agency in Baltimore. She was fabulous at her job and was able to save all of us much time and consternation as she effortlessly pulled information of all sorts pertaining to whatever new business pitch, client review, ad campaign...you name it, she was on it.
That said, Carol was not only one of the smartest people we knew but also one of the nicest.
May she rest with the angels.
Chuck and Deb Donofrio
Audrey Suhr
May 31, 2011
Dear Jim,
So many memories flood in...Carol's thoughtfulness, her direct and loving smile, her wise approach to problem solving, her intelligent grasp of history and issues, her commitment to creating a sustainable and better community and world.... When Carol entered a room, a meeting, a gathering - she was an elegant presence.
And, she has left that legacy in all of our hearts, a memory I cherish and which will continue to be with me in the circles where we have worked together - and elsewhere.
My gosh, how much I will miss her. And, how much my heart goes out to you in the years ahead.
Sent with much love and support!
Audrey Suhr (Aquarium and Howard County Conservancy)
Jeff Walstrum
May 31, 2011
Carol's family and friends have lost a vital, vibrant woman and the earth has lost a friend. Deepest sympathies, Jim.
May 31, 2011
Jim, You have my condolences. Anne Davis
May 31, 2011
Jim-
I am so sorry to hear about your loss- you are in my thoughts and prayers- ley me know if you need anything.
Fondly,
Carrie Knebel
Erin Guarino
May 31, 2011
Dear Filipczaks,
Please know the Guarino family is always here for you. We always enjoyed Carol's friendship and had some fun adventures with her at Dewey Beach. She was a lovely, giving person and her legacy will live on through her charitable works and our memories. Love and Peace to you all.
Sharon Slieker-Jay
May 30, 2011
Jim,
I am so sorry, you and your family are in my thoughts.
Bill Harris
May 30, 2011
Jim,
Deepest sympathies.
Gloria Serrao
May 30, 2011
Mike and L.A. and boys: So sorry to hear of you sudden loss, praying for all of you, especially your dad.
Terry Haaf
May 30, 2011
My heart goes out to you Jim on the loss of your wife. May you find comfort knowing that she now rests in the arms of our Savior. I pray that you find peace in the memories that you shared together.
Lavar & Lena Boykin
May 30, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bonnie Baker
May 30, 2011
So sorry to hear about Carol's death. Her mother was our girl scout leader and Carol was a good friend from the class of '57 at Wayzata High School in MN. So our friendship goes back many years. She will be missed by all her family and good friends.
Bonnie Bloomer Baker
Michael Glass
May 30, 2011
Jim,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 30, 2011
Dear Jim,
I am so sorry to hear that you lost Carol so suddenly. You have my deepest sympathy, and I will be thinking of you and praying that all the memories of good times you and she spent together will help you make it through this terrible time and bring you comfort and peace.
Cyndi Blanchard
May 29, 2011
Jim -
Peace to your family.
Michelle Ryan
May 29, 2011
Dear Jim,
MARFY extends its deepest sympathies to you and your entire family.
Deane & John Ware
May 29, 2011
Dear Jim,
We are saddened to hear of Carol's passing. You are in our thoughts. We really enjoyed getting to know her and travelling with both of you. We hope these memories will ease the pain of your loss.
Rosalind Walman
May 29, 2011
Dear Jim,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May your many years of wonderful memories sustain you in the coming months.
carol stirn
May 29, 2011
To the Filipczak Family - I am very sorry for the loss of Carol. It was so sudden. She was such a nice person and so nice to talk to. She will be missed greatly. I became acquainted with Carol through the Transportation Board which she participated in.
We Wish You Peace During this Difficult Time
Courtney Wiggins
May 28, 2011
Dear Jim & Family,
Our Board of Directors & Staff wish to extend our deepest condolences to you during your time of mourning. We trust you realize we are here for you, should a need arise- always.
Respectfully,
Oak Hill House & School
A U.S. Fellowship, Inc. Home for Boys
Chuck Eicholz
May 28, 2011
Jim and Family,
We have you in our thoughts and prayers during these hard times. Remember all of the good times you had with her. Those memories will last a lifetime.
Take Care,
Chuck Eicholz and Sue Hunter
Scott Birdsong
May 28, 2011
Jim and family: We were saddened to learn of Carol's passing and send you our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers. (The GUIDE Program, Inc.)
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