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1961
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2015
Carol KOLB Obituary
Our beloved Carol Jean Kolb, 54, went to be with our Lord on February 25, 2015.
Carol was a lifelong resident of Austin, born on January 14, 1961. Carol worked for the Teacher Retirement System of Texas for more than 25 years.
Carol's passions included, spending time with her family, her beloved daughters, and her grandchildren. She loved music, playing her acoustic guitar and writing poetry.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, S. Lynn Kolb and Lt. Larry S. Kolb.
Left to cherish her memory are daughters; Leslie DesJardin and husband Mike, Lindsie Harlan and Fiancé Bruce Sawdey; parents, Edna Elizabeth and Lester Fry; brother, Tommy L. Fry, sister, Sherlynn Kelley and husband Tom; grandchildren; Michael and Gabriel DesJardin; nephews, Jason and Jared Kelley, Jacob Barnes, and Patrick Kolb; uncle, Bobby Ray and wife Pam; aunt Elsie Hageman; numerous cousins and other relatives.
Burial will be in the Smithwick Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.
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March 2, 2020
This was a reminder of a wonderful person!!
Alyssa Winkler-Botts
April 12, 2015
What can I say about Carol that hasn't already been said a thousand times over? She was and still is one one the most kind-hearted people I've ever had the pleasure of getting to know. Carol was the type of person that could make you smile or laugh even when you felt like your day was a black hole. She never stopped showing her bright light and for that I am thankful to have met her.
Gordon Harlan
April 12, 2015
We shared 15 years, and two amazing daughters. So, sad to see hopes and dreams dashed at such a young age. We remained friends. my second wife, now of 20 years, and she were friends.
Lindsie Harlan
April 11, 2015
My mom was the most compassionate person I've ever known. She never hesitated to show that compassion to those who truly needed it, even when she was in so much pain. I love her and I will miss her until we meet again..
Norma Valle
March 9, 2015
I'm sorry for your mom, daughters passing. I knew Carol since our time at Brentwood thru McCallum school years. We lived down the street and spent some great times together. Mr and Mrs Fry, so sad for your loss. To Carol's children, I'm sorry we never meet. Your mom was a good friend.
Phyllis Dahlke
March 9, 2015
I consider Carol as a friend although our contact was only when we were both at TRS. She was most kind and helpful when I needed her expertise. She had a marvelous attitude even when her world was falling apart around her along with an infectious smile.
As you continue your journeys without her physical presence she'll be there in the moments when you know what she would have said, etc. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I rejoice with Carol that she has entered the Church Triumphant where there is no pain or sorrow.
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