Carol Ann Parham, age 70, of Grants Pass, died February 5, 2026 at Pacific Living Centers of Grants Pass.
Born on Christmas day in 1955 and died on February 5, 2026.
Carol grew up in Fresno, California and she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University. She worked as a ward clerk at the VA hospital and then she retired from government service.
Carol moved to Grants Pass, Oregon to be with her grandmother Mary. She enjoyed international trips to Great Britain, Austria and Italy. Carol was talented and creative in the home arts. She loved flowers and decorating for the holidays, especially Christmas. Carol was very fond of the family pets. She liked taking long walks around town in Grants Pass. She collected antique dolls and teddy bears.
Carol fought a valiant battle with cancer but her deep faith kept her strong. She will be greatly missed by her sisters Terri and Nancy. She was predeceased by her beloved mother Joanna.
Thank you to all of the caregivers at Pacific Living Center and Asante Hospice.
Rest in peace dear Carol Ann.
Please share a memory of Carol in her Guestbook.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
612 NW A Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526

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