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Carolyn Walsh Obituary
Resident of Santa Clara
Carolyn Frances Walsh passed away on March 31, 2016 in Santa Clara surrounded by her loving family. Mom was born on October 31, 1923 in Wichita, KS to Clendon Frank and Effie Mae Adell. She was preceded in death by husband Thomas, daughter Patty Walsh-Ewing, and son-in-law Greg Hullin. Carolyn and Tom married in 1947 in Wichita and moved to Santa Clara in 1952. She was an accomplished violinist and performed in the Wichita State University Symphony. Mom devoted much of her adult life raising her eight children. She also worked at Teledyne in Sunnyvale, CA from 1972 to 1987. Mom was in the St. Justin choir and the Ladies Guild, and was an avid reader. She was the mother of Patty (deceased), Mary (Greg), Michael, Carolyn (Arlen), Colleen (James), Christine, Linda (Tara), and Margaret. She was grandmother to Kathryn (Richard), Thomas, Theresa (Michael), Patrick, Elise, Randall, Lauren, Owen, and Gavin and great grandmother to Ashlyn, Charley, and Wyatt. Mom's favorite and cherished activity was family gatherings and was always in the center of all the festivities. We will truly miss her warmth, her smile, her sense of humor, and the way she made every person feel special. The visitation will be 4/8/2016 from 5 to 9 PM with the rosary at 7 PM at Lima Family Mortuary, 466 N. Winchester Blvd. in Santa Clara. The funeral will be held on 4/9/2016 at 1 PM at St. Justin Catholic Church, 2655 Homestead Rd. in Santa Clara.
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March 28, 2019
Carolyn was a great mother and a good neighbor. my kids and I lived across the street from the Welsh family
when they were growing up. May God bless her family. Carole Peck / Griffin
Merrill Stewart-Olinger
April 10, 2016
I remember many meals at her dinner table. I don't think anyone was ever refused a place at the table. She was a kind and sweet person. Raising eight children would be a difficult task for anyone, yet she did it with strength, dignity, faith and graciousness. It was an honor to know her. She was an example to us all.
April 5, 2016
I am saddened to hear of the passing of your mom. I lived across the street from
you on Graham Ln in Santa Clara. I'm the mom of Shirley, Sheri and Greg Peck.
I think often of all of you. I pray God gives you comfort in your loss. Carole Griffin
Karen Riley LaPlaca
April 5, 2016
My sympathy to the Walsh Family.
Art & Angie Douglas
April 5, 2016
I was truly blessed to know Mrs Walsh. She always had a great smile and calmness about her. I will miss her. My prayers are with the family.
Lina Montero
April 5, 2016
May you rest in peace in heaven. Until we meet again. You will be not be forgotten.
Lisa Mott
April 4, 2016
Linda,
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in all of the wonderful memories of your beautiful mother. The stories here are touching and you can tell how loved and loving she was. Our hearts are with you, Tara, Gavin & Owen, as well as the rest of your family, during this time. With love, Lisa, Troy, Luke & Emma Mott
April 4, 2016
Our condolences to you all. It was a privilege to have come to know Carolyn through her visits to England with Tom and subsequently when we visited Santa Clara. We were welcomed by all the family. We will remember her together with other deceased family members in our prayers and will be thinking of you all especially on Saturday. Elizabeth & Martin
Anne Meredith
April 4, 2016
Our condolences to you and all the family. Even though we've never met. I feel that we know you through Elizabeth. Our hearts are with you at this sad time xx
April 3, 2016
What cannot be said will be wept. Sappho
Valerie Covert
Ventura, CA
Kitt Walsh Huffaker
April 3, 2016
Carolyn was a most gracious lady. She welcomed me into the Walsh Clan with open arms and love. This act of love was never forgotten, and so very appreciated. She raised 8 wonderful children, who reflect her graciousness and caring for others. Carolyn will never be forgotten. She will rest in peace knowing her family and the extended ones. will cherish her memories.
Valerie Covert
April 3, 2016
May the light of your sweet and loving spirit continue to guide and protect those who love you and carry you heart.
April 3, 2016
Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the California Walsh clans.
Bill and Janet
Sharene Klein
April 3, 2016
I am honored to have known and loved Carolyn. She accepted me into your family with so much graciousness. She always made me feel welcome into your hearts and your home. She set the standard for elegance for her entire family and I learned a lot from her. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out and I will never forget her smile and laugh.
Lisa Stallbaumer-Beishline
April 2, 2016
Deepest condolences to my cousins in California. Aunt Carolyn will be dearly missed, and few words will comfort. Give yourselves time to grieve and celebrate her life.
Mark Whitfield
April 2, 2016
Our dear Aunt Carolyn you are loved by so many and will be missed. The time we got to spend with you will always be treasured by us.
Until we meet again
Mark,Mary, Hilary & Hailey
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