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Ashley Sims
May 28, 2015
I took her Abnormal Psychology class several years ago. I went to college simply because I had nothing else to do with my time and had plans of dropping out after only two quarters. It was in her class that I found my passion and decided to pursue Psychology. She told me that once I got to graduate school, she would be happy to write a reccomendation letter for me. I sent her an email today that came back undeliverable. I started researching CSCC to find out if she still worked there and came across this article. I am so sorry to hear that she has passed. She was so kind, and funny. She made class fun, and I actually retained the information I learned from her. Again, I am so sorry for your loss and hope you know just how great of impact she had on others. I will never forget that it was her that helped me find my calling. My prayers go out to you (her family).
John Turney
May 15, 2015
Her books has helped my writing. Thank you, Carolyn. You are missed.
Annie Louden
April 5, 2014
Carolyn, it's been almost 7 months. Something made me Google you tonight, and that brought me back to this page. Most of the entries I've read, but there are a few new ones.
I just wanted to tell you how much I love you and miss you SO MUCH! I still can't believe you're dead. I know you wouldn't believe it either. I think about you every day. About a month ago, I walked Sharon Woods Metro Park on my own, for the first time! I talked to you (which I don't normally do, b/c it doesn't really "do" anything for me). I had a thought that I am getting through this pretty well, all things considered. I think all I learned from you is helping me cope with the fact you're gone. If I hadn't met you--if you weren't my best friend--I wouldn't be able to deal with this so well. (Then again, if you weren't my best friend, I wouldn't be so sad.)
Anyway. It will never make sense to me why you died, since you helped SO MANY people. It is amazing how good and helpful and friendly you were to everyone ever. You would've just kept on improving the world. So I don't understand why you're gone. But I know in your short life you did the most good for the most people. I mean, you may have achieved sainthood.
I hate that you're gone, and I hate missing you, and I hate being sad that you're gone and that I miss you. But, 'tis better to have loved Carolyn and lost Carolyn, than never to have loved Carolyn at all.
You are the best ever, and my only wish is to see you again someday.
hebba elmo
October 27, 2013
Carolyn.... why? You are, were, the first psychologist that I wanted to talk to in this tough life situation, your anaysis was so very true .... what a disappointmet.
Please if you can connect with me I will appreciate it... yuo must have been wonderful.... never met you just read the article by you...life is so unfair
i wish your family and your SO to be able to withstand the loss....
September 30, 2013
So incredibly sorry to learn of Carolyn's passing. We met while we were on internship together in Pittsburgh in 2001 and casually kept in touch since then. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Carolyn's family during this difficult time.
-- Amanda Tyson-Ryba
September 21, 2013
Greatest professor I've had. Truly passionate and always created a great learning environment. I would boast about her classes to everyone. This is such sad news to hear. I wish onl ythe best for her family in such sad times.
Celena (Sal) Salyers
September 18, 2013
Carolyn, you are missed. (a shared joy of writing, gatchaman, and art) ~Strength to you~
Peggy Kutz
September 16, 2013
Dennis, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
September 15, 2013
Many thoughts and prayers for your family in this time of sorrow.
September 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ann Fischer
September 12, 2013
She was a wonderful professor to my son Matt, in fact, the only teacher he connected with at Columbus State. Her passion for teaching will be greatly missed, teachers change the world, one student at a time; I wish I had told her how her positive emails to my son made a difference! May peace be with her family at this difficult time.
September 11, 2013
I am blessed to have had such a genuine and passionate instructor at CSCC. Rest in peace.
Prior Student at CSCC.
Amanda Clark
September 11, 2013
Life is so fragile and fleeting. Having my teacher pass has had a real effect on me; I miss her, and I barely knew her. Having known such a vibrant woman, who taught in such a manner that brought the material to life, was inspirational. Dr. Carolyn Kaufman was an inspiration - not just for her being a phenomenal teacher, but for being a beautiful human being. And her smile and laugh were contagious. It may have been the most memorable part of her, was her contagious expression of happiness and laughter. I looked up to her. Dr. Kaufman made me excited to be in class, to the point where I looked forward to being there because I knew what she would teach me that day I would love. I miss her.
John
September 11, 2013
Rest in peace Carolyn from your Central Ohio LX car friends
Kandy Williams
September 11, 2013
Carolyn visited our writing group back in 2012, and she was an exceptional guest--so vibrant, fun, and generous. Although I only had the pleasure of trading emails and spending an afternoon with her, she was endearing. Heartfelt prayers for her family. A lovely, multi-talented lady, who left a meaningful, lasting impression.
Michael Hendley
September 11, 2013
Vacuform '89-1994. Mr. & Mrs. Kaufman I was so saddened to hear of your loss. May God console, bless & protect you & yours.
Lynn and Bob Van Raaphorst
September 10, 2013
We are so sorry we can't be there in Columbus for the service. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Carolyn was such a cute girl and we remember her fondly. We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and love, Lynn, Bob and family
Nicolette Howells
September 10, 2013
I am blessed to have gotten the opportunity to work with Carolyn at CSCC. She was a vibrant personality and was always willing to help others. To her family, I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Rona Moore
September 10, 2013
Awesome instructor! Her family is in my prayers.
Jacklyn DiCocco
September 10, 2013
Even through distance learning, Dr. Kaufman was an amazing professor who was my first college experience. It is because of her that I decided I loved going to college and that Psychology was the right choice. I never met her in person and I deeply regret that. Even so, I am saddened by her loss and can only imagine how much deeper that hurt goes for those fortunate enough to have known her.
jonathan baker
September 10, 2013
Carolyn's intelligence and personality impacted all she encountered.
She'll be missed by many Buckeyes and Cougars.
Lora Mitchell
September 10, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of her passing, she made a huge impact on so many.
Kelley Casey
September 10, 2013
I was saddened to hear about Carolyn's passing. I hope and pray for her family and friends to have strength during this time of great loss. Please know that my deepest sympathy is with all of you in this, your time of grieving.
Kenneth Sisson
September 9, 2013
Dr. Kaufman was an amazing teacher. She helped me a lot with PTSD and was able to link me up with a great psychologist to help me deal with PTSD. Her love for her profession and her students was unmeasurable. She always greeted everyone with her warm and amazing smile that always cheered up your day, no matter how bad it was.
Bree Frick
September 9, 2013
Carolyn was one of the most inspiring people I've ever met. As a new faculty member at CSCC, I looked to Carolyn for guidance and support, and she was always willing to answer my tedious questions. I am learning more and more about her as her friends and colleagues from all over the country share their condolences and it is truly awe-inspiring how much of a contribution she made to this world in her lifetime. I wish I had more time to spend with you, Carolyn. I will remember you driving that awesome red car of yours with your sunglasses on and it will always make me smile....I pray that you are in peace. My deepest condolences to family and loved ones.
Allison Bailey-Laronge
September 9, 2013
I am stunned and extremely saddened at this news and send my deepest condolences and sympathies to her entire family. I had the joy of knowing her for several years through a mailing list and APA, and then was able to meet her two different years in San Diego, and one year in Atlanta, many years ago. She was so encouraging when it came to writing and generous with her knowledge of computer graphics. I will definitely miss her.
Jeff Eiben
September 9, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for all of you. WNHS 91' Graduate
Heather Johnston
September 9, 2013
I met Carolyn 8 years ago when I became a psychology faculty member at CSCC. We became close friends when we started working together. How wonderful to find her, an amazing colleague and friend. My family loved her dearly and my house is filled with pictures that she took. I planned on spending my career down the hall from her. Carolyn was creative, motivated, considerate, humble, kind, encouraging, and beautiful. She created an assignment that she called the Kindness Experiment. She asked students to spend one day being extraordinarily kind to every person they encountered and then to write about their day, how people reacted, and how they felt. Over the years, hundreds of CSCC students completed this assignment with many instructors assigning it in their classes. So many students reported improving family relationships, resolving work conflicts, making more money, and simply feeling better about themselves and their lives. I like to think that this is a perfect example of the lasting impression she has made on her students, friends, and colleagues. I will miss working with Carolyn, calling her to talk about our lives, seeing her love my children, and eating spaghetti dinners at her house.
Paul Carroll
September 9, 2013
Dennis & Sue, I am so sorry to hear about Carolyn, Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time. God bless all of you and your family.
Tanya Knauss
September 9, 2013
As someone who worked with Carolyn on campus as her Pearson rep, I am so sad to hear about this loss. My sincere prayers go out to her family and loved ones.
Barbara Plum
September 9, 2013
I knew Carolyn only through her QT blog, but I read it faithfully and admired the content she and her cohorts shared with the writing community. She gave her time and passion to that endeavor and I thank her.
Jan Rogers
September 9, 2013
Carolyn was someone I admired greatly! Her passion for students was inspiring, and she was so talented, warm-hearted and brilliant in all that she did. A true loss for the Columbus State community and for our students. My deepest condolences to Carolyn's family, please know that Carolyn was someone who "made a difference" and will be deeply missed.
Shannon Whaley
September 9, 2013
i send out my prayers and thoughts to Carolyn's family
Carol Hoeke-Friberg
September 9, 2013
Carolyn is a magnificent individual, so willing to assist and a wonderful friend. She will be missed.
Nancy Ordonez
September 9, 2013
I've just joined the CSCC Psych Dept family and had not yet had the privilege of working with Carolyn. I've heard nothing but praise and love for this amazing woman. My thoughts and prayers are with Carolyn's family.
Mark Sopczak
September 9, 2013
We knew her through our car club as she was a member with her Challenger. We are stunned at the loss. -Mark S
Lazarus Adua
September 9, 2013
Unbelievable that you've left us so suddenly...We'll miss you so dearly. Rest in peace, Carolyn.
Angie Shear
September 9, 2013
Carolyn was so talented and giving. I am grateful I had the opportunity to get to know her and I will be forever changed by her example.
Rich James
September 9, 2013
I had the good fortune to work with Carolyn on a number of projects at the College. She cared as much about helping her fellow faculty improve their craft as she did helping her students learn. She was as enagaging and humerous as she was knowledgable and experienced. Her impact will long be felt by me and so many others.
Gloria
September 9, 2013
I'd known Carolyn through an APA for several years and finally got to meet her face to face at ComicCon. She was a fun, lively person with a lot of passion. She will be missed.
Maggie Delfino
September 9, 2013
Dear, dear Carolyn--how we will miss her. I was honored to have met her through my daughter-in-law, Emily, and her sister, Elisa (Steve's wife). She was at most of my family get-togethers, taking such professional pictures. I felt she was part of my family, too. I loved her. So sorry for your loss. God must have needed her more than us, but I know we will see her again. --Maggie Delfino
Cynthia Watson
September 9, 2013
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Carolyn's passing. She graciously edited several of my postings on a writer's blog to which we were both contributors.
I am so sorry for her family's loss. Carolyn is in my prayers.
Jerry Hayes
September 9, 2013
I was stunned to hear of this tragic loss. Carolyn and I were classmates in graduate school. I remember her humor, openness, and kindness. She was clearly a motivator to so many. And I suspect she will continue to be. Peace to her and her family.
Mr. & Mrs. Alex Reeve
September 9, 2013
I will always remember her and her animal crackers. Rest in peace Carolyn. Our prayers are with her family.
Jon Alford
September 9, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to Carolyn's family; Carolyn was a wonderful person and a cherished friend. Carolyn always made me smile and I will miss her very much.
Dr. Tonya Gonzalez
September 8, 2013
I am so sad to hear of Carolyn's passing. At SOPP, we were neighbors, classmates, and most importantly, friends. We spent many hours talking and she shared her hopes and goals for the future, which I was so happy to see her realizing. Carolyn was truly amazing, one of a kind, and will be greatly missed.
Becca Treloar
September 8, 2013
Dr. Kaufman was one of my favorite professors at Columbus State. She was always a wonderful encouragement, and I am grateful that I could call her a friend. I hope she knew how much of a difference she made in my life.
Marilyn Howard
September 8, 2013
To Carolyn's family and many friends: Please accept my condolences on your terrible loss. I can still hardly believe it. I worked with Carolyn for five years in the Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences at Columbus State. I also worked with her to get ready for our 50th Anniversary at the College. I knew her to be smart, funny and always willing to help a colleague. She cared deeply about her students. I know she made a difference. Again, you have my deepest condolences. God Bless all of you--and Carolyn
Mike & Becky Babineaux
September 8, 2013
She and her family are in our prayers always
Terri Louder
September 8, 2013
May the Lord give you all peace. Know that she was loved and will be missed by the girls in the Bunco club in Hampsted Green. We are so sad!
Heather Singleton
September 8, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Laura Shady
September 8, 2013
Carolyn was one of the most dedicated, enthusiastic and caring professors at Columbus State. She was so very passionate about helping students learn. She will be sorely missed...
Dr. Brian Ramirez
September 8, 2013
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Carolyn's passing. We were friends in graduate school at Wright State. Carolyn was great at keeping in touch and had a wonderful, vibrant personality and witty sense of humor. Her loss is profound; I will miss my friend.
Bobbi Baker
September 8, 2013
You will be greatly missed Carolyn - you're awesome and always will be!
Rick Kyees
September 8, 2013
I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Marta Otero-Hubbard
September 8, 2013
Carolyn graduated a year ahead of me at SOPP. She was always helpful, kind and friendly. Since graduating, she has done some great work teaching and writing. I am deeply saddened to hear this news. She will be missed.... Deepest sympathies.
Janice Kibler
September 8, 2013
Peace to all who are grieving, especially her closest family. She brought an extra sparkle to your wedding, Dennis and Cheryl. Jim and I are remembering you in prayer.
Belle Whittington
September 8, 2013
The writing world has lost a brilliant light. Condolences to Carolyn's family. She made such a difference in the lives of so many people whom she never met. May angels fly her to her rest, and may her lovely soul be blessed.
Melissa Springer
September 8, 2013
Carolyn was such an encouragement to me in both writing and drawing. She was a very smart, talented young lady and she will be greatly missed.
Cole Gibsen
September 8, 2013
Several years ago Carolyn asked me to beta read her science fiction novel. It was an amazing novel but I was worried the tragic ending would make it a hard sell. Carolyn responded that she understood that, but she was leaving the ending the way it was because it was real, and real life sometimes has unhappy endings.
I am reminded of those very words as I try and wrap my mind around the tragic loss the world will suffer from the absence of this beautiful, intelligent woman. Carolyn, you will be sorely missed.
Megan McConnell
September 8, 2013
I met Carolyn online, sharing an interest in Gatchaman and in writing. She was inspiratinal and fun and I will miss her. Vale my friend.
Barbara Blume
September 8, 2013
Dennis and Sue, my heart is breaking for you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kimberly Rhyan
September 8, 2013
Carolyn, Your light will always shine brightly through your legacy of teaching and leading the way. Your radiance and dedication impacted my life. Love and prayers to your family and friends.
Jerry McSwords
September 8, 2013
My heart broke this morning when I opened the paper and saw this. I was shocked. My college love has passed away. Carolyn was a wonderful person, fantastic friend to all. She taught me a lot about being a good Christian. We learned a lot about life together. She will always be in my heart, she never left it. I know that she is with her lord and savior. Rest in Peace Carolyn. I love you.
Prayers for the Kaufman family.
Nikki Lessig
September 8, 2013
Youll be missed...
J Kelsey
September 8, 2013
I am so sorry to hear this. Although we never met, we did correspond. She was encouraging to me as a writer and I know that many others were also touched by her kind words. She is greatly missed.
Lori H
September 8, 2013
May she rest in peace, she was an excellent writer. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Jane Lebak
September 8, 2013
Carolyn, I'm going to miss you. I'm so terribly sorry. I've still got email from you back from Gatchaman fandom, including a treatment plan you wrote up in 1996 for Condor Joe's PTSD.
Ayanna Kandi-Scott
September 8, 2013
I was fortunate to know Carolyn in high school and so blessed to be reacquainted with her this past year. Carolyn truly inspired people to be better, strive better, want better, and think better of themselves. She is a jewel. Our paths crossed recently and our conversation-her words of encouragement gave me what I needed to continue on...thank you for sharing such a beautiful person with us. I am praying for the whole family. Know that she will be always be with us and will always be known for making such wonderful differences in our lives.
Cate Peace
September 8, 2013
I didn't have a chance to know Carolyn personally, but I did talk to her online a few times. She was always ready with a kind word or helpful suggestion for writers of all kinds, and her advice always helped me when I needed it most. She'll definitely be missed. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Nate Sainsbury
September 8, 2013
Carolyn, your passion for teaching and helping others improve their teaching was extraordinary. You found a way to light a spark in me and other instructors that I could never begin to repay you for. Your advice and inspiration will live on.
Karman Knapp
September 8, 2013
I am so sad about this. I took two of her classes and loved her. I'm sorry for
the family's loss....She will be greatly missed.
Curtis Taylor
September 8, 2013
Dennis and Susan.
Susan and I are so sorry and saddened by your loss. We have many good memories of us as neighbors raising our kids together. Carolyn was a bright and beautiful young woman who had so much going for her.Susan and I will pray for the both of you as well as Steven and Amy.May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Curt, Sue, Lindsey and Erin Taylor
Christine Fonseca
September 8, 2013
I'm sorry to hear about Carolyn. Her work touched so many. She will be missed.
Michael Milligan
September 8, 2013
Carolyn was an extraordinary human being. Kind, passionate, talented, creative, a renaissance woman. We were all blessed to have her among us and her spark and zest for life will be missed.
Jerry McSwords
September 8, 2013
My heart broke this morning when I read this. She has always had a special place in my heart and I it will remain there. So sad. My thoughts and prayers are with Dad, Mom, Amy and Steve.
Lisa Amowitz
September 8, 2013
Carolyn, I can't believe we are saying goodbye to you, someone so young and vital. You were such a brilliant and amazing person with so many talents. And so, so, willing to help with your knowledge and insights. You helped me with research on my forthcoming book Vision and for that I am forever grateful. You will be terrible missed by so many. Rest in peace.
Brandi Rubel
September 8, 2013
Carolyn, I will miss your vitality, intelligence, mentorship, and smile. Thank you for what you gave to our world, most especially to our CSCC students.
LauraLee Jingo
September 8, 2013
I am saddened beyond coherent thought right now. I saw Carolyn as one of my middle school, high school, and college dear friends. I am so sorry for your loss. I will see you all later this week.
LauraLee Brigode Jingo
Katie Sasser
September 7, 2013
The world lost one of the best when Carolyn left us. She will not be forgotten.
Mark Van Horn
September 7, 2013
Carolyn was one of the good ones. Thank you for being the wonderful person you were. You were an inspiration to many, and will always be remembered.
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