Carol W. Pierce

It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of Carol A. (Ward) Pierce on July 2, 2023 at Evergreen Health Care Center with her beloved husband Paul by her side. Carol peacefully passed away after a 10 year long and courageous battle with Alzheimers.

Carol was born in Rockville, CT and raised in Tolland, the daughter of the late Cliff and Celia (Clough) Ward. Besides her parents, Carol is predeceased by her brother; Alan Ward and sister, Joyce Jensen. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Clifton "Clif" Pierce. In addition to her loving husband of 58 years, Paul Pierce, she is also survived by their son Paul Rand Pierce (Joe) of Mexico; her one and only grandson D.J., brother Clifford Ward, Jr. (Vera) of Mansfield; sisters; Beverly West (Roger) of Tolland, Diane Trumble (Cal) of Bolton; Sister-in-law Penelope Pierce Rand of Ellington; Brothers-in-law; Francis Pierce and Dwight Pierce (Joy) both of Stafford; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. Carol also leaves behind her cherished caregiver and dear friend Linda Worthington of Willington, CT whom she and her husband resided with for more than 6 years. Carol and Paul were inseparable for over half a century, Meeting when he was 13 years old and she was 17 years old, 66 years in total. Not only were they soulmates, but they were "Bonnie and Clyde." Carol was the Principle's Secretary at both Parker and Birch Grove Schools in Tolland for 28 wonderful years, as well as a Realtor of McQuaid in Stafford. Carol was a parishioner of The United Congregational Church of Tolland for over 60 years, she loved playing scrabble and doing her word searches, book after book, after book, after book and Wow was she great at it! Carol never missed the Pierce/Brymill Softball games (in the 1st 52 years) that her husband Paul coached for over 55 years! She loved listening to Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli, Carol was an avid Red Sox fan, and enjoyed watching the UCONN Woman's Basketball games. A very special "Thank you" not only to the incredible and dedicated staff at the Senior Moments, but to the Evergreen Health Care Center Staff, as well as the Hospice team especially, Jean Marie, for all of their love, care, and support they provided to Carol and her family.

Relatives and Friends are welcome to join the family for A Celebration of Carol's Life which will be held at The United Congregational Church of Tolland, 45 Tolland Green, Tolland, CT on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers the family requests that all memorial donations be made in Carol's name to The United Congregational Church, 45 Tolland Green, Tolland, CT 06084. For online condolences and expressions of sympathy please visit www.pietrasfuneralhome.com.