Carol R. Clough

You brightened our lives, even though you had a short 67 years, yet you indelibly stamped your mark on this world. After many years of taking care of your family, the love you leave behind cannot be broken by your passing. It is said that as one person you may not be able to change the world, but you certainly can change the world of one person. And you've far exceeded that goal having created a life of your choosing, one with no regrets.

To Brother Fred and the extended Clough family. I was informed of Carol's death through mutual friends and was most distressed to learn of it. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time, and we hope you will take comfort knowing she is in a better place. There, flowers have no seasons.

Thank you one and all for the warm , thoughtful and loving remarks written to our family for my beautiful wife, Carol. I will be loving her forever. Fred

I do not know who wrote this, but it seemed very appropriate at this time (except that Carol's life was much too short).

"Every memory, and every tear, is a celebration of a life well lived, and a friend well loved."

Carol was such a special person in every way. I will miss you always dear friend.

Carol touched my parents lives in a way that will never be forgotten. She understood the problem at hand, when no one else did. For that we say "thank you".
Her caring ways have touched many lives. We were blessed to have known her. May your cherished memories bring comfort to you in the days to come.

One thing I will always remember about carol is that her smile would always light up a room. She was one of the most bubbly people I knew. She is sadly missed.

We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Carol - she will always be warmly remembered by us. We were honored to have met Fred and Carol at The US Military Academy in 1990, where our sons were classmates. Carol was a real treasure with a wonderful sense of humor. We know she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. With sympathy and love,

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.”

? Thomas Campbell

Dear Fred and family,
Please know how sorry we are for your loss. Carol was one of the most warm and caring people we have ever known. We will miss her smile and friendship.

Fred,
Very sorry to read of your families loss. Today I've been thinking of the good days in college and the cocktails we share with you and Carol on the Windago in Vinalhaven harbor.
Love Ruth and John Buteau

Gerri Kelley Sherry and John Sherry (Atlanta, GA) send their condolences. Not at all surprised at all her accomplishments! We were great friends in high school and I am remembering such a fun, good friend . Thinking of you too Fred, I remember when it all began!

September 01,2012

It is said our life is like a book with many pages.Rob and I are so very happy that Carol has been a page in our book.Her absence will create a gap in our universe and unimaginably in yours Fred,as with Andy and Fred. Our heartfelt sympathy to you and yours.
Rob and Thora Taylor, Auckland New Zealand

Very sad to hear of Carol's passing. Always will remember her ever-present smile and her warm and genuine TLC when I was a patient of hers.May you rest in peace, Carol.

I will greatly miss my life long friend! I will always cherish your warm and loving frendship!
Bud Doughty

I am shocked and saddened that a beautiful spirit has gone. Carol was special as everyone knows. She served humanity well. My thoughts are with the family. Bev Messer

Our thoughts, prayers and love to you all. Our children grew up with Fred and Andy. She was a grand person with the greatest smile and laugh. She will be missed so very much.

I have known you a long, long time.
I am awakened to your sweet Joy by the knock of this sad, sad pain
In saying good bye Dear Friend:

Indelible is your backbone, the laughter that cheapens winter choir bells;
Your wit, the wisdom that embarrasses disaster & floods to recede
With unequivocal pleasure!
Giving to others heroically,
To have simply,
Loving to hold.

A long, long time Dear Friend:
I want to silence your passing in spite of echoes in repercussion,
"Too soon...too soon!"
You say, "Soon enough!" And then that bloom of laughter--
Opens my heart to this heat of sorrow and awe of your magic.

I am awakened to your sweet Joy by the knock of this sad, sad pain
In saying good bye.
My deepest sorrow holds hands with the Clough Family and
All of us who have had the
Honor and Gift of knowing
Dear Carol...

Enthusiastic, quick-witted, welcoming, gracious, sharing a glass of Kendall Jackson, keeping love in priority: husband, family, friends, her garden ... those are some of what I will store as "forever memories". I am thankful for the times we shared.
Both Sue and I know that Carol will be missed by all; she was truly a good person. Our sincere condolences to all in the family.

We will always hold dear the special memories of our times spent together at West Point, as well as the wonderful "just us " visits that we enjoyed through the years. The bonds of friendship which grew from sharing that part of our sons' lives will remain in our hearts forever. Carol had a way of making everyone feel that he or she was the very person she wanted to see---it was her gift to everyone she knew.We will truly miss our dear friend. How fortunate we are that she filled so many lives with her warmth, radiance and love.

Dear Fred and family,
We are deeply shocked and saddened by Carol's passing away much too early. She was always so full of life and fun to be with. We were never bored in her presence and have fond memories of the time we spent together in Maine and Norway. We are very sorry for your loss.

Dear Carol, You were so loving and sharing with all your extended family members. We will miss your beautiful smile, always.

Love,

Fred
My sincere condolences on your loss.I remember the two of dating in college. The good old days---the perfect couple
In hoc
P. Maiorino

So many wonderful memories of such a special lady! We are deeply saddened and out thoughts are with you Fred, and your boys at this difficult time.

Carol you will be forever missed. You gave so much to so many. You were such a treasure to work with, and your laughter filled the whole office with smiles and giggles. May you rest in peace with the knowledge that you gave so much to so many. I will forever miss you and think of you often. Love Tanya Butterfield - Lincolnville, ME

Fred and Family,
My heart is so saddened by the shocking news of the passing of this very special lady. I had the pleasure of working with Carol for several yrs, and have many fond memories. When I retired in 2005 Carol made me a beautiful Tussie Mussie. All of the flowers were from her own garden dried and carefully arranged. A card was attached to the vase explaining what attribute was represented by each flower. This vase of flowers and Carol's thoughtfulness meant so very much to me,it sits on a shelf in my kitchen. Carol and I worked many late nights together, she never failed to say "Thank You dear lady for staying late with me." My turn to say "Thank You Dear Lady! I'll never forget you.

Carol will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered as an incredibly wise, active, vibrant and fun loving person who would brighten any room by her presence. Knowing Carol, I believe that she would want those of us who knew and loved her to put aside our sorrow over her passing and hug our spouses, friends, kids, grandchildren, parents and siblings in the spirit of joy and light by which she lived her beautiful life. Goodbye, Dear Friend. Rest in peace.

Carol was an inspiration and such a kind person. I learned so much working with her. Her smile and laughter could always lighten a room. I consider it an honor to have known her.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sue Gray

I met Carol in Georgetown where we were involved in school activities with her children. She was so kind, funny, active, positive, warm, genuine... Her warmth and always welcoming presence made an amazing difference in this world. She had that gleam in her eye that showed her spirit and determination... I am saddened by her loss, and know the world was made a better place because of her. Such a dedication to her family and boys... To her family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.

Words cannot express what a wonderful person you were and it's evident in reading all these entries, how much you will be missed. I was blessed to have known you through my sister, your daughter in law, Debbie.... May you rest in peace ............Laurie King

Fred and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I enjoyed many hours with Carol at work. She truly was the most wonderful person I know, it did not matter how busy she was, she always would make time if you needed to talk, cry or just ask her a question. I will never forget hearing her yell for someone in the office and you could be sure it was to due with the computer. Carol you will be missed by so many people.

With Love, Amanda

"What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose. For all that we love deeply become a part of us".....Helen Keller
Carol, you will always be in my heart and the wonderful memories I have of our 35 years of friendship are there also. I will miss you forever. I know you and my Fred will have many good discussions and laughs.

It was with great sorrow and shock to learn of Carol's passing. Who can forget her laughter, her bubbly personality and the inevitable bridge games between classes. We were as small class but we had fun and she was a big part of all of our antics. She will be truly missed. Sandi Niles UMO School of Nursing Class of 1967.

We will miss your shining presence.

I will never forget Carol's infectious laugh. She was a wonderful caregiver and a wonderful coworker. I can still see her sitting in our office at night playing spider solitare to wind down after a long day. She will be forever in my heart. I truely enjoyed all the time that we spent together. I feel blessed to have known her.

I was lucky enough to have Carol in my life the last fifteen years. She was my faithful Nurse Practitioner colleague and a very dear friend. When I think of her I am filled with light and laughter. Carol's smile and infectious laugh were some of her greatest attributes. But it was the goodness of her heart that I will treasure most. Thanks Carol for all the laughs, glasses of wine, delicious meals and great trips to Boston. But mostly, thank you for being an inspiration to me as an NP, friend, wife and mother. I will miss you deeply.

I was a classmate of Carol's at the Uof M in nursing. I remember Carol as fun loving and always ready for a laugh. We worked hard and were always looking for a fourth for bridge. It seems impossible that we are starting to lose classmates..we don't seem old enough for this! There were only 11 of us that graduated from the School of Nursing that year and we had become close. Even though we did not keep in touch I still remember each and every one...it is hard to let one of us go. My thoughts go out to all of you. Gwen Smith Willard, class of '67.

Such a lovely lady,she will be sorely missed.God rest her soul.

Her greatest legacy is a long-lasting love that created two wonderful sons. May the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace, and may perpetual light shine upon her.

Thinking of you all and remembering her beautiful and warm smile. Diane Dunton Bruni

Carol was our neighbor on Dodge Mountain. We were not close friends but seeing her was always a pleasure. The vibes were positive. She will be missed. Godspeed Carol.

Ivan and Pat Hills

Charlotte Parker introduced me to Carol (& Fred Clough) at the gathering after Fred Parker's service. I am glad to have met you and to know so many of the folks whose lives you've touched at Saint James in Groveland, Ma. You are dearly missed by them. I send your family and friends my deep condolences.

Fred,
Just spoke with David who informed me of Carol's passing. It has probably been 50 years since I last saw either of you but I needed to let you know that you are in my thoughts. Carol and I spent many a happy day flying around on our bikes in C.E. and making sure that we knew where our current heart throbs were! Lots of fun and many laughs...I am certain that she became a very special adult who touched many lives. My best to you and your family. Judy Jones Orlandi

I had the pleasure of meeting Carol only once but felt I knew her much longer because that's the way she made people feel....as if they were a long lost friend. In fact, my husband and I had just met her and she was inviting us to stop in and stay over on our planned trip to Mt. Desert Island the following Spring! That one evening left an indelible impression - warm, sincere, effusive, genuine, full of love and light. Easy to see why she was like the center of the universe for her loved ones. My deepest compassion and sympathy for your loss.

So hard to believe we could lose Carol. I will always remember her wide smile and her laugh. We went through the good, the bad and the ugly when all us "mountain girls" got together on Tuesday nights. I valued her wisdom and insight and we will never be able to replace or forget her. Phil and I wish all of you treasured memories, peace and strength

We are so deeply saddened by Carol's untimely death. She was an amazing person who was especially warm, kind & compassionate that we always looked forward to seeing her on every occasion. Her passing leaves a void in all our lives. She will be missed.
Sandy & Arthur, Winchester, MA

Miss Carol, You are a one of a kind lady! Although I haven't seen you in many years, You have always been in my heart and in my thoughts. You are unforgetable! You are the kindest, sweetest, most giving, loving, honest, person I have ever met. I will forever cherish the time we spent together!
You will be forever in my heart.
I Love you!
Sandy

Fred, I am shocked to hear of Carol's passing. She was so alive. She lived her life with passion. She is the first to pass on in our nursing class. She will be missed by us all. Even though we haven't seen each other for about 10 years I will miss her. Carol was a special friend. God Bless.

I am devastated by the loss of my dear friend and golfing buddy.
Love always,
Chris

I love you so
Now, Then, Forever
xxxooo

We will always remember what a vibrant loving person Carol was. She was such a delight to be around. We will miss her lovely smile and warm hugs very much! Ruth and Dave Nally

"Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother."
-Oprah Winfrey


Mama C.
How do I convey the gratitude I feel for having you as a mother in-law? I wish it didn't have to end. I missed you the instant I knew you were gone and I know I will miss you every day for the rest of my life. I treasure the memories I have of you and the times we shared together. Thank you for loving me and sharing joys and sorrows. You are loved beyond words.

Mom: We just discussed this book last week. You are loved, you are already missed and rest assured you have made your mark on this world through a life well-lived. I Love You.


“I will never forget that the passing down of memories is the strongest link in the gossamer bridge that binds up as people. I plan to devote my live to doing just that. And if you've taught me anything, it's that what we hold in our hearts is truly the fiercest component of our humanity.”

? David Baldacci, Wish You Well