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1955
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2025
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Carol States Obituary
She was born in Punxsutawney on May 15, 1955, a daughter of the late William Glenn States and Eleanor M. (Crawford) States.
Carol was a 1973 graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School.
She dedicated fifty years of her life working at Punxsutawney Area Hospital, where she had an incredible work ethic and her devotion could be depended on.
Over the many years, she has touched countless lives and assisted in their care while at the hospital. Outside of her career, her greatest joy came from spending time with her sisters and their children, she loved her nieces and nephews. Aside from her family, she had a huge soft spot for her cats, who were her faithful companions, she also took care of any stray animal that came her way. Carol enjoyed the simple pleasures of shopping and listening Christmas music each season.
She is survived by three sisters, Barbara (Frank) Pearce of Punxsutawney, Kathryn "Kate" Campbell of Punxsutawney and Tracy Pearce of Rossiter; nine nieces and nephews, Cherish Williams of Florida, Marcy (Nick) Gianvito of Punxsutawney, Tobie Nelson of Blairsville, Kristi (Mark) LaMorte of Home, Billy (Chris) Pearce of Rossiter, Mikey Campbell of Sykesville, Matt (Falisha) Campbell of Rossiter, Jake Pearce of Rossiter and Hannah Pearce of Rossiter.
In accordance with her wishes, there will be no visitation.
Arrangements entrusted to Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc., Punxsutawney.
Memorial donations may be made in Carol's memory to Just Us For the Animals, Morrison Ave, Punxsutawney, PA 15767.
Online condolences may be made at www.shumakerfh.com
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Babette Miller
October 2, 2025
I had privledge to volunteer undercarol in shortpocedure at the hospital.She always wanted people to think she was a crumby bear but she was fact on of the nicest people I meant there! Rest in peace
Marcia Baer
September 30, 2025
I was truly blessed to work with Carol in the Surgical Services Department at PAH. She shared her unmatched work ethic, experience, expertise and knowledge as she trained myself and many others to work in the GI Lab. Those qualities extended to the many different areas she worked in. I always knew when Carol was there the day would go smoothly, no matter how busy. I trusted her judgment and input, always in awe of her problem solving skills.
She loved her family deeply as well as her precious fur babies...those in her home and any who showed up at her door. And the day after Thanksgiving I knew Christmas music would be playing in the GI Lab for the holiday season.
Rest in eternal comfort and peace Carol. You´re wrapped in our Heavenly Father´s loving arms. I hope you´re surrounded by all your beautiful fur babies. You´ll be deeply missed, you touched so many hearts and lives.
My deepest condolences and sympathy to the family. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Denny and Drinda White
September 29, 2025
Barb,Kate,Tracy and family Love and prayers, with deep sympathy
Ron
September 29, 2025
RIP Carol......one good girl
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Karen Burkett
September 29, 2025
So many memories of our years working together in the ER. The little smile she always had. How dedicated she was to the hospital, her family and fur babies.
My deepest condolences to her family. God´s peace to you, my friend.
Paula Sylvis
September 28, 2025
Our dear Carol, oh how you will be missed. We had a great time working together. You taught me so much in both SPU and the GI lab. No one knew those areas like you did! I will always have special memories of the Saturdays that we spent together once a month volunteering at the spay and neuter clinics. We were able to care for and help all those kitties! Those were good times. You are one of the strongest people I know. You fought this battle with grace and never complained. You are healed now and are resting in the arms of Jesus. Until we meet again, You will be forever in my heart. May God bless your family with peace and comfort like only He can give.
Amanda Ott
September 27, 2025
Carol was a nurse who wanted things done right! She loved her family and kitties and spoke about them often. I appreciate the things she taught me when we worked together. Extending my condolences and prayers of comfort to her family.
Dr. Jim Laughner
September 27, 2025
My sincere condolences to the family. I work many years with Carol. She was a hard worker and did a great job in whatever tasks were assigned to her. She was a real asset to Punxsutawney Hospital. No one knew the GI lab as well as Carol. I always admired her love of animals and her cats which she took very good care of. She will be missed by all of us but many wonderful memories remain. Gods loving arms now Embrace her for eternity.
Dr. Jim Laughner
Bobbie jo
September 27, 2025
You were a wonderful friend and nurse you will be missed prayers sent for the family
Karen Herriotts
September 27, 2025
Rest in peace dear Carol. I cherished your friendship, support, and kindness during our times together at work. I can only hope that you are now reunited with all those fur babies you so lovingly cared for. My sincere condolences to your family.
Marcie Veitz
September 27, 2025
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her friends and family. I always enjoyed working with Carol and admired her love for her cats.
Tricia
September 27, 2025
Carol, you were a truly beautiful soul and will be missed like crazy.It was a blessing to work with you. My deepest condolences go to Carol's family.
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