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Carol Larkin Obituary
April 1, 1941 - November 29, 2020
Resident of Oakland, CA
Carol passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on November 29, 2020 at her home in Oakland.
Carol was born and raised in Oakland. She graduated from Holy Names High School (Class of 1959) and attended Holy Names University before entering the convent and beginning her teaching career at Ramona Convent Secondary School in Alhambra. She spent the next 35 years teaching art at Holy Names High School, where her passion and dedication to both the arts and young people inspired numerous lives and forged lifelong friendships with many of her students. She loved celebrating her heritage and was a contributing member of the Colombo Club Women's Auxiliary. She was a dedicated parishioner of Corpus Christi Catholic Church. She lived a life of generosity and charity and enjoyed donating her time and resources to organizations that cared for animals, restored humanity, and protected the Earth.
Carol was the beloved daughter of the late John and Nellie Larkin (Bastiani) of Oakland; sister to Bob Larkin of Vallejo; cherished aunt of Michael Larkin of Mt. Hood Parkdale, Oregon and Kristen Washburn of Rocklin; affectionate "Zia" to Emily, Caitlin, and Chase; and a loving godmother to many.
Carol was a gentle, compassionate soul who always kept an open heart. She was attentive and had a passion for life and all of its beauty. She is deeply loved and will be sorely missed by all whose lives she touched.
A private visitation will be held from 4-6 pm on Thursday, December 17 at Cooper Chapel in Oakland. A private funeral mass will be held at 10 am on Friday, December 18 at St. Elizabeth Church in Oakland, followed by burial at St. Mary Cemetery, 4259 Howe St., Oakland.
All are invited to view a livestream of the services via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82610772399
Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Carol Larkin '59 Memorial for the Holy Names High School Scholarship Fund for tuition assistance at https://app.securegive.com/HNHSoakland/main/donate/category
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Jackie Pagan
December 21, 2020
Omg, my heart is shattered she was my homeroom teacher at Holy Names also my counselor and art teacher. She helped me in so many ways during my time as a student at Holy Names cleaning her car so I could take my finals, oh the memories may you rest in eternal peace my teacher my friend. I will never forget your smile your voice and everything you ever taught me. I love you!!❤class of 83.
Marci and Gene Tucker
December 18, 2020
Cara Cugina,
You always said I was your 10th birthday present, but, you, dear one, are the gift that keeps on giving. My life was enriched by knowing you. We shared more than a birthday; we seemed to have a deeper connection even though we did not see each other as often as we wanted. I will miss you forever, but, your heart is with many friends and family.
Joanne Missaggia
December 16, 2020
My Dearest Cousin,
I will deeply miss you for the rest of my days. Several times I have picked up my phone to give you a call only to remember that you are now in heaven with Jesus. I didn't get enough time to tell you all that I wanted to; but somehow I think you already knew what I wanted to say to you. Pray for me Carol. I love you. Your cousin Dodee.
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Michelle (Martellacci) Russell
December 13, 2020
A lifetime of inspiration. Ms. Larkin provided a safe place to retreat, create, and just be me. By no means am I a professional artist, but I craft and create often. Ms. Larkin's techniques and words have always guided my hand, from my early teaching career and instilling the love of art to my students and my own kids, to painting for sanity during quarantine. Ms. Larkin will always be in my heart and in my marks. Thank you.
Patrice De Arman
December 10, 2020
Miss Larkin was amazing! I was not a student of hers (my art was singing and acting) but I always wanted to take one of her Art classes. My Honor Classes and Theatre Arts/Music did not allow room in my schedule. What a beautiful soul . I will always remember her saying h Hello to me in the Halls of HNH with her beautiful smile. RIP Ms Larkin. Say Hello to my mom who left this earth Feb 27,2020. I’m sure you both have a lot to talk about!❤ Patrice (Jones) De Arman (78)
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