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Vincent Mason
October 30, 2007
Carolyn and I became friend's during my years with the SOS. We shared a fondnest for Garrett's cheese/caramel popcorn from Chicago. Whenever I went home for a visit, I had to bring Garrett's back for Carolyn no matter how long the line at the downtown store. I will always remember these times with happiness. I will miss Carolyn. Many blessings to the family.
Janie Knox-Sulser
October 28, 2007
Stacy and family, I knew your mother for over 30 years and she was a wonderful person. My heart broke when I heard of her passing. When I think of Carolyn all I can see is her big broad smile. We all had fun working together at the State. She was a great friend and I know she loved her family a great deal. Her heart was a big as her smile. God bless.
Janie Knox Sulser
Saundra Davis
October 26, 2007
Stacy
In John 10:27-28 it says that My sheep listen to my voice: I know them,and they will follow me. I give them ETERNAL LIFE, and they shall never perish:no one can snatch them out of my hand. Carolyn is now in his hands praising God with her mother and all those who has gone before her
Lisa Frew
October 26, 2007
Stacy & John,
I had the pleasure of working with Carolyn at the Secretary of State's office for many years. She was a sweet and kind hearted woman who always had wisdom to share. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
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Thomasee Williams
October 25, 2007
I've worked with Caroline for some years, before her retiring, what a straight-forward, honest, caring woman I'm glad I had the pleasure of knowing.
Paula Dill
October 25, 2007
Carolyn's memory will be with me forever. She could bring a smile to the saddest of faces, had an ear that would always listen and a mouth with an honest opinion. I'll truly miss you my friend.
Shelley Bango
October 25, 2007
Carolyn was a wonderful person to work and laugh with. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who where lucky enough to know and work with her over the years.
Sheila Prillerman
October 25, 2007
Family, we want you to know that we share the sadness of the loss of Carolyn with you. We believe that God will help all of us through this trying time. Although we can't be with you for Carolyn's Homegoing Service, our prayers for your strength and comfort have already been sent to God from Whom all of our blessings flow. We love you all. Peace and love be with us all in Jesus' name. Amen
The Henderson Family-Katharyne Henderson, Bobby Henderson, Jr., Chucky Henderson, Sr., Myrna Henderson, and Sheila (Henderson) Prillerman and Sons
Larry Wilson
October 25, 2007
I still remember the last thing Carolyn said to me as I walked her to her car the day she retired from SOS;
"You are a good person,and if you learn to be youself, other people will se it too". I'll missed your food, our talks, and your friendship. Good-bye my big sister, you have taught me a lot.
Ginger West
October 24, 2007
My heart is heavy but heaven is richer because Carolyn has arrived to be with her precious sister.
We graduated from St. Joe's Academy together in 1960 and had so many, many WONDERFUL times - and laughs beyond belief.
Looking forward to our GREAT REUNION when we will see one another face to face with our Precious Lord.
You children and grandchildren can live on your faith, knowing that your Mother is in a much better place. You are on my heart, in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry another commitment keeps me from being with you at St. Dominic's tomorrow.
In His Love,
Ginger West
Tim Lawrence
October 24, 2007
Carolyn was a great co-worker and friend. We had lots of fun together and she was always willing to lend a helping hand.
Aunt Madelaine
October 24, 2007
Dearest Stacy and John,
The world needed a person like your Mom who gave smiles of life and her resounding laughable
chuckle.
Your Mom always remembered to send me a birthday card each year and I will miss getting those cards.
I know she is now at Peace!
Love to you and your family,
Vivian Hunt
October 24, 2007
I worked with Carolyn for a number of years at The Ohio Secertary of State, she was a very loving and sweet person, lost of laughs a truthful person, God saw fit to call her home to rest in peace. I will miss her very much, she will always be in my heart and on my mine. She has God's love and hands holding her now. My prayers go out to her family.
Tony Bise
October 24, 2007
Carolyn was one of the nicest and kind hearted person I've had the luck to know and call my friend. I'll never forget you or your sense of humor.
See you in Heaven!!!
Gretchen & David Shivers & Sons
October 24, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Cynthia Stewart
October 24, 2007
I always had so much fun with you, you will be missed. Love always
Mary Purnell
October 24, 2007
Your friendship will be missed.
Bunny Neal
October 24, 2007
Stacy, Your Mom will be missed and know that you are not alone. She always had kind words for me and Mom and Dad and I have wonderful memories of her. I know that she is now free and out of pain. We are praying for you, stay strong and close to God he will bring you through.
Love your cousins, Bunny & Jim
FRANCINE CONLEY
October 24, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Michael Knowlton
October 24, 2007
I worked with Carolyn from 1986-1988. She had a sense of humor that was contagious. She had a great work ethic, and was willing to help others. I will keep Carolyn in my prayers.
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