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Services Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., Central Presbyterian Church, 5th & Leavenworth. Graveside Service Wednesday, 1:00 p.m., Oakwood Cemetery, Macon, MO. Memorials to Munroe-Meyer Institute, 985450 Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha 68198-5450. The family will receive friends Monday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., at the West Center Chapel. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 391-3900
This obituary was originally published in the Omaha World-Herald.
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Tracy Hibbard
November 1, 2006
Carol was always an angel in my pocket and always made each and everyone feel like you were the most important person in the world to her. Carol always put us first without any complaints or wanting anything in return. The people that she toucked with her kindness, love and laughter was endless. What will we all do without you there to cheer us on or tells us how Beautiful we look or what a great job where doing. You were one amazing woman you always put a positive outlook on life. You will truly be missed - you were the "BEST PIANO TEACHER AND FRIEND" anyone could ever hope of having. Thanks for always making a bad day better :-) and for all the talks over wine on my porch ... you will be deeply missed my wonderful friend. Thanks you being another wonderful person in my childrens lives ... they loved you more than you'll ever know. Carol you'll live in our hearts and through the beautiful music you brought into our lives. Thank you for being you!I'm going to miss all those wonderful information sheets and notes and cards. Carol you are one of the those special people that you meet in your life ... that you will never forget. I love you and miss you ... Tracy Hibbard
Lorrie Wacker
October 24, 2006
Andy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The memories will never be lost and can help comfort you. Blessings to you and your family.
Robin Hibbard
October 23, 2006
Chris and Andy,
Ms.Goranson was very important in my life. I remember every one was saying how they didn't like their piano teachers and I was always the one that was bragging on how much I loved mine. She would always cheer me up when I was in tears going in to lessons, I would always come out laughing. She was a jewel to everyone, we will all miss her. Best wishes to you!
Jan Vrana
October 20, 2006
Chris: Your mom was so precious to my youngest son Jonathan. She was always patient and loving, no exceptions. It was nice to be in touch with her again - after 16 years. She will be missed.
We send our sympathy to you and your family,
Jan Vrana (and Jonathan)
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Mary Stacy
October 20, 2006
To Carol's family,
Carol was one to spread joy everywhere she went. I had not seen her for quite awhile, and went up and gave her a big hug at a local event. She cannot take items with her now, but I bet she takes the hug! I send my sympathy to Chris and Andy.
Mike & Cindy Moore
October 17, 2006
Dear Chris and Andy,
We want you to know how much we treasured your Mom's friendship and will miss that sassy smile. We have wonderful memories of singing along to her accordian playing, telling jokes with her or just spending time together. She made this world a better place to be, and her "Lake" family will miss her.
Kayce Carson
October 17, 2006
Andy,
You probably don't remember me, but I was in your class at Swanson. I've always remembered your mother as a kind and loving person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kerry Ahl
October 17, 2006
I had the honor of meeting Carol through my Mother-In-Law Laura Ahl. Carol was such a special person to our family. We enjoyed her company, whether it meant on vacation, holidays, or just dinner and games. My sons were like grandsons to Carol and they treated her just like a Grandma. My son Tommy (age 5) took the news especially hard. He was upset he did not get to say goodbye, he did not get to try one of her berries from her garden (she always wanted him to try), but especially he did not get the chance to learn the piano. He played a variety of different musical instruments with Carol at her house. I am just honored that she touched our family with such grace, happiness and kindness. The world would be a perfect place if people had 1/2 of the heart that Carol had. I know that the Ahl Family will miss her!!!! We will keep playing the Mexican Domino Train Game that she bought us!!
Debbie Koski
October 17, 2006
Dearest Andy and Chris,
Your mom was such a ray of sunshine in my life and everyone else's life. She was a beautiful women and I miss her so much. She lives in the same neighboorhood as my parents and whenever I go and visit my mom and dad, I always made sure that I went and saw her. She never said anything mean about anyone, never got mad at anyone. She always had something nice to say about everybody. I will miss her dearly. May she rest in peace.
Kathy Zhao
October 16, 2006
Carol, you were a wonderful treasure and a true friend. I hope you knew how much positive impact you had on us, and how much joy you brought into our lives. So many people come and go in our life, but no one can replace you, No One! We will miss you so much. You will live in our hearts forever.
Kathy, Shirley and Bill
Lynn Oldenhuis
October 16, 2006
My sons and I had the honor to know Mrs. Goranson only 2 short weeks, as we were new piano students, but she left an impression as big as life with us. She was remarkable with my two young sons. I am so sorry for your loss and deeply saddened because I know what could have been for us! She was truly a gifted person. God Bless.
Linda Gardels
October 16, 2006
How many of us have benefitted from Carol's care and encouragement? The Munroe-Meyer Board will miss her leadership.
Jan Stoffel
October 16, 2006
Carol and I met this summer at the NFMC Fall Board Meeting. She was such a fun person to be around! She is greatly missed. My prayers are with her family.
catherine haas
October 16, 2006
Dearest Chris and Andy, We loved Carol more than words could ever say. She was very special to all of us and we know that she touched many, many loves. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers and Carol will always hold a very speical place in our hearts. Mike, Cathy, Patrick and Bridget Haas
Beth & Stan Galli
October 16, 2006
I was blessed to share a friendship of over 20 years with Carol. Our love goes with you as you make music in a better place.
Elaine Heaston
October 16, 2006
Andy and Chris,
Please accept my greatest sympathy. I too have lost a parent and know the gap it leaves in your life.
Jr., Kari, Nathan & Brittany Grobe
October 16, 2006
Chris & Andy,
We will all miss your mothers smile, words of encouragement, praise, kindness and hugs. Even though we live so many miles away and only have known her for a few years, we feel we are loosing a true friend. She touched our hearts in so many ways, more than we realized. Time at the lake will not be the same, without seeing her smiling face with a fishing pole in her hand. You are truly in our thoughts and prayers.
Nick Jasa
October 16, 2006
Andy and Chris,
We are all thinking of you during this difficult time. Anything that we can do for you, please never hesitate to ask.
Jasa Family
Karol Warchola
October 16, 2006
I was one of the fortunate ones who got to spend time with Carol on Thursday, October 12th. Carol was always an energetic, fun-loving person who shared words of kindness and encouragement with everyone around her. That Thursday, there was something even more special about her and I remember when I saw her she struck me as being even more radiant than ever. At that meeting, she took extra time to tell everyone just how special each one was to her. The words of encouragement she gave me that day, the hug, the smile, the “I love you” will always be carried in my heart. Carol, I will miss you dearly.
Sarah Moline
October 16, 2006
Chris,
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
LJ Jenks
October 16, 2006
Camp Clover Point where are you? I knew Carol Hess as a youth leader at the Missouri Recreation Leadership Camp in the 1960s. Her love of music was so strong and she would fill the mess hall as she got the group to sing "Where does the wind come from?" and "I want to linger". Thank you for sharing the love of music with so many. May you continue to sing always.
Carolyn Nelson
October 15, 2006
The North Central Region of the National Federation of Music Clubs will truly miss Carol. She was a good friend, loved to send fun cards of encouragement, cared about all of us and especially her students. We will all miss her greatly.
Vivian Acuff
October 15, 2006
I've only known Carol a short time but formed a great friendship. I am deeply saddened by her death. I know that she will make great music in heaven, altho she will be missed by many. Sympathy to her family.
Vivian Acuff (Fargo, ND)
Karen Bourne
October 15, 2006
Carol was a wonderful example of a caring, dedicated and thoughtful person. We roomed together just last July at the Federation of Music Clubs convention and had several deep discussions about life and faith. I know she is in God's hands and pray that He will be your strength during this difficult time. What a creative, fun and whacky gal. She will be sorely missed
Maria Jacobsen
October 15, 2006
Carol was a wonderful and dedicated teacher, a professional and inspirational past president to the Nebraska Federation of Music Clubs, and a dear music friend. I will forever miss her gracious charm and her poetic use of words in her thank you notes she sent to me. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and music students.
Rance Fredericksen
October 15, 2006
I'll always remember the great piano lessons and our trip to Germany together. I'll miss Carol very much. My deepest sympathy to Chris and Andy.
Fred Whitford (formerly of Dietze Music)
October 15, 2006
Omaha's music scene has lost a great teacher. I remember her as one dedicated to her students. We all will miss her.
Phyllis Dunne
October 15, 2006
The Nebraska Federation of Music Clubs will greatly miss Carol. Carol provided warm and caring leadership sprinkled with a wonderful sense of humor.
Susanne (Monico) Sheridan
October 15, 2006
Carol and I were Reading Consultants for Open Court Publishing Co. in the early 1970s. Our friendship has spanned 35 years of life's joys and challenges. The Carol I knew was an energetic teacher, devoted mother, and loyal friend. My deepest sympathies for her family. I will miss her.
Joyce Johnson
October 14, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Barbara Merwald
October 14, 2006
The director has left our sight, but the music that was Carol lives on in our hearts and lilts through our memories with the joy, the sweetness and the unexpectedness that was her essence. While that lives on in us, so does she. Teacher, sister, friend, we are your legacy...thank you.
Arlene Lewis
October 14, 2006
We surely will miss this dear friend
that we know for only 2 years. Her
presence in our Federated Music Club
will never be forgotten.
Rita Wegener
October 14, 2006
I've lost a wonderful friend of many years. Carol was a beautiful and unque individual.
Bill Zinn
October 14, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cathy Sisi
October 14, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vonice Darling
October 14, 2006
I remember Carol as a wonderful, creative, inventive teacher at the Synod School for the Synod of Lakes and Prairies, Presbyterian Church USA and a church school teacher at Central Presbyterian Church. She had many gifts to share. She was loved by the children and the adults she worked with.
Carol will be greatly missed! And, we give thanks for her life and presence with us.
Laura Hensley
October 14, 2006
I loved getting the e-mail's from Carol while updating the NFMC website. They were always witty and fun to read. God Bless you, Carol.
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