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Fredericksburg, Virginia
Carolyn Elizabeth Tilghman, 72, of Fredericksburg, VA, departed this life on October 19, 2025. She was born in Bluefield, Virginia, to the late Robert Cary and Gladys Hodnett Watkins. Her family later moved to the Fredericksburg area where she graduated from Stafford High...
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Erika Hilliard
November 03, 2025 | Fredericksburg, VA | Friend
My condolences go out to Carolyn's family. I had worked with Carolyn for the past 27 years at CSC and with the Federal Government in Dahlgren. I will always remember her kindness and willingness to help her fellow colleagues. I will never forget her.
Bryan O'Meara
October 31, 2025 | Work
Carolyn will truly be missed!!!
Some people shine not in the spotlight, but in the quiet corners - where kindness and care are most needed. Carolyn was one of those rare souls. Her light continues on in the lives she touched.
Condolences to the family- Love from her FBCL family
LaTanya Mason
October 28, 2025 | Fredericksburg, VA | Friend
Our deepest sympathy
LaVern & Philip Pope
October 28, 2025 | Fredericksburg, VA | Friend
Condolences to the Tilghman family. Your mom was a sweet and caring person. She loved her girls, and always hold on to those memories.
Joyce Hill
October 26, 2025 | Work
Carolyn was a beautiful, gentle, caring would. She was kind and generous with her time. She was a loving friend, mom and grandmom. We will miss you, Carolyn. Thank you for all your sharing and caring with our Spotsylvania Middle girls! You were the light of Christ and I will be forever grateful for you.
Deborah Tripp
October 26, 2025 | Friend
Karen and Bella, I will never forget the way your mom would say, “Michelle!”, how much she loved you and those sweet grandbabies, and how she takes her Carl’s ice cream. Love love love you, mama T
Erika Tripp
October 24, 2025 | Charlottesville, VA | Family
On behalf of A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home, we express our deepest condolences during this difficult time. We extend continued prayers of strength and comfort. Our thoughts are with your family.
A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home
October 24, 2025