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Carol Elizabeth (Carey) Ronke was born on December 3, 1953, in Watertown, SD, to Robert and Jeanette (Davey) Carey. They took many family trips and went to see many places. Carol graduated from Watertown High School in 1972. She enjoyed water skiing, spending time with her children, grandchildren, and friends. She loved collecting Coke and M&M memorabilia.
Carol is survived by her husband Brad Ronke, of Yankton, SD; one son Gary Karpinske; one daughter Jenny Karpinske (Donny), of Watertown, SD; grandchildren Destiny, Eli, Ellie, Bella Karpinske, Jordan (Hannah) Blais, Caleb Blais, and Aubrianna Blais; one brother David (Renee) Carey; three nephews and one niece.
Carol was preceded in death by her parents; one sister Susan; twin sons; and maternal and paternal grandparents.
Arrangements by Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel www.crawfordosthus.com Watertown, Hayti, De Smet, Bryant
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