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Carolyn Duryea Obituary
Royal Oak - Carolyn Ann Duryea, age 86, a lifelong resident of Royal Oak, died 21 May, 2019. She was born 10 December, 1932 in Royal Oak to the late James and Laurene Dobie.
Mrs. Duryea earned her Masters degree in education from George Washington University and was a teacher for many years in Detroit.
Carolyn loved to spend time at her cottage on Douglas lake, to ski with friends and was a loving mother to her 2 and 4 legged children.
Surviving are her children, Nancy Duryea of Arlington, VA and Jeffrey (Stacy) Duryea of Dallas, TX; God-daughter, Shelly (Steve) Turbin of Royal Oak, and her calico cat, Sweet Pea. She was predeceased by her husband, Lynn, in 2011.
Visitation Friday, 31 May, from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, 420 S. Lafayette, Royal Oak. In lieu of flowers, donations to A.S.P.C.A. or other org appreciated. www.kinsey-garrett.com
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Kathy Roderick
May 26, 2019
Dear Jeff and Nancy,
I am very grateful that I had the privilege of helping to care for your mom. She was a lovely lady and a joy to be with. I loved her sense of humor and we had many laughs together. I shall always remember her with fondness. God bless Carolyn and may perpetual light always shine upon her.
Kathy Roderick
Chris & Neeka Cummings
May 26, 2019
Jeff,
My wife and I send our prayers and condolences to your family during this time.
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