Carole Jean Laping

Carole Jean Laping (nee Hoffman), 58, of West Chester, PA passed away on October 8, 2018. Born in Elmhurst, IL, she was the daughter of Jacqueline (Burns) Hoffman and the late David Hoffman. She was the beloved wife of Nicholas J. Laping; loving mother of Erik and Ryan-Lynn; dear sister of Jim (Lan); and David daughter-in-law of Karl. After earning her Master’s Degree at the University of Illinois, Carole worked in the publishing industry in California. Most recently she was a Job Trainer for students with the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Carole loved travelling. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially hiking, camping and skiing. She loved sewing and being with her family. Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation 5:00-7:00 Wednesday, October 17, 2018 and 11:00-12:00 PM Thursday at The Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, 610-431-9000, followed by her Funeral Service 12:00 PM. Interment Birmingham Lafayette Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, 747 Third Avenue, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10017, www.bbrfoundation.org. Online condolences at www.donohuefuneralhome.com