Louise Carden Obituary
Louise Houser Carden was born on February 18, 1921, in Winter Garden, Florida. She peacefully passed away on December 14, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the care of Vitas Hospice.
Louise had a long and fulfilling career as a bookkeeper for Bullard Insurance Agency. She was a kind soul who found joy in many simple pleasures. She loved to read and was fond of doing jigsaw puzzles. In her earlier days, she enjoyed gardening and cooking, taking delight in nurturing both plants and family. Although traveling was not her primary passion, she embraced the opportunities to explore new places whenever they arose.
Louise was a proud member of Christ Church on the Move, where she found a community that shared her values and faith.
She is survived by her son, Jack Carden of Lake Wales; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Louise was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leon Carden; two sons, Mike and David Carden; and her sister, Sarah Johnson.
A memorial service to honor Louise’s life will be held on Friday, December 19, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales with Rev. BJ Beamer officiating. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.
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454 S Buck Moore Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33853
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