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CAROL STATHIS Obituary

STATHIS, CAROL PINNEY Aug. 2, 1924 to Sept. 20, 2010 Carol joined her Lord on September 20, 2010. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and teacher. She loved to travel, read, and exercise. Nick was the love of her life and husband of 64 years. They met in So. Dakota where Nick was stationed as an USAF officer. Their eight loving children are Sue Channel (Larry), Linda Stathis, Roberta Stathis (Greg Blanch), Alex Stathis, Mia Haldorsen (Tom), Jan Garner (Greg), Nikki Mitchell (Steve), and Chris Stathis (Stacy). She was a grandmother of ten and great-grandmother of nine. In lieu of flowers her memory may be honored with donations to a favorite charity. Her special charity was Peppermint Ridge.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Sep. 24, 2010.

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Bev & Dick Fisher

October 3, 2010

Dear Jan and Greg, we were so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your beautiful and loving Mother. We know how difficult it is to lose a Mother,and we just want you to know that our hearts and prayers are with you and we know her spirit will be with you forever. Our love to you and your family Bev and Dick

Dollie Hair

October 3, 2010

Dear Jan and Greg:

Our hearts go out to you both over the death of Jan's mother, Carol. We both know how hard it is to lose a mother ourselves.You are much in our thoughts and prayers and our hearts. Look to God to give you His peace which passeth all understanding and trust in him in all things.
We both enjoyed meeting your mom at your wedding. We had a chance to talk with her there. What a charming woman and we were privilaged to have met her.
The tears will fall and that helps you to healfrom your pain.
I promise you that you will heal and you will remember all the wonderful times you shared together and the deep love you had for eachother. That never changes.
I wish we were there to hug you and comfort you, but we are there with you in spirit. You are very loved.
Much love and sympathy.
Aunt Dollie and Uncle Don

Dollie & Carl Garner

October 1, 2010

Dear Jan, Nick, & Family...Words cannot express how sorry and sad we were to hear of Carol's sudden passing. Carol was a very special lady who was fun to be with. She was always so outgoing and truly interested in hearing about our family. We will miss her very much. Please accept our sympathy in these difficult days ahead. We will always remember her as a wonderful person and friend.
Dollie & Carl Garner

Mom & Sue

Jan Garner

October 1, 2010

Mom's 85th!

Jan Garner

October 1, 2010

Our family

Jan Garner

October 1, 2010

Shirley Mitchell-Richter

September 30, 2010

Carol,my treasured friend, & Beloved family member thru marriage, will be terribly missed. To me, she epitomized the true spirit of the "California Girl" w/her sparkling blue eyes & bright smile ~ & light spirit. She will remain forever in my heart, & stay Forever Young in my mind's eye. Shirley Mitchell-Richter

Ooohhlala!

Jan Garner

September 30, 2010

A pilot's gal!

Jan Garner

September 30, 2010

Mom & Dad, Thanksgiving 2008

Jan Garner

September 30, 2010

Mom & Dad, circa 1946

Jan Garner

September 30, 2010

Mom with baby Jan

Jan Garner

September 30, 2010

Flapper Party

Jan Garner

September 30, 2010

September 29, 2010

Jan,

We are saddened to hear of your mother's passing - Our thoughts are with you and all of your family during this difficult time.

Love – Jeff and Theresa Graham

Paul Hering

September 29, 2010

So sorry to hear about this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Paul & Susan

September 29, 2010

Dear Jan and Family -
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We enjoyed meeting Carol a few times several years ago - such a bubbly lady!
Love, Susan and Paul Hering

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