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Carolina Vinikoor Obituary

Carolina Castro Vinikoor passed away peacefully on June 9, 2013 at her home, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 3, 1965 in Tucson, Carolina will be remembered for being kind hearted, strong, compassionate, and a lovely woman. Carolina is survived by her loving husband, Ronald; brother, Roy; mother, Maria; daughter, Tiana and many other loving family members. She was preceded in death by her brother, Louie and father, Louis. Carolina started as a hair dresser at the age of 19 and continued to work until recently making many lasting friendships over that time. She was the epitome of kindness and generosity. Services: 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at EVERGREEN MORTUARY AND CEMETERY. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the University of Arizona Foundation/UA Cancer Center Vinikoor and mail to 1515 N. Campbell Ave., P.O. Box 245013, Tucson, AZ, 85724.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jun. 12, 2013.

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Nancy Ostlund

June 8, 2025

Cherished memories of special times together will always keep compassionate Carolina deep in my heart.

Karen

June 6, 2024

Time not erased the love that I have for you. Miss you so very much.

Nancy Ostlund

June 7, 2021

Although your journey to heaven began 8 years ago-heartfelt feelings of unforgettable you and all the joy we shared shall remain with me always.
With love and admiration-Nancy

Suzanne Bell

June 6, 2021

I still miss you friend.You always made my hair looks so pretty. I still think of you often and how pure of heart you are. Still love you pal.

Suzanne Bell

June 6, 2020

Miss you still, my friend. You inspire me with your sincerity and caring. You made my hair look pretty. You brought mme chicken soup when I was sick. You toughed out that awful sickness. Your beautiful spirit was a gift to all of us that know and love you.

Brenda Esser Koski

September 4, 2013

Dear Carolina, I will miss you forever, you touched my Heart the first day I met you so many yrs ago! You were an amazing, loving, kind, Godly friend! I will be forever grateful for your friendship, I am truly BLESSED to have known you! God Bless you my friend, Rest In Peace, Dance with the Angels!! LOVE you! I'm truly so very sorry for your loss, Ron, Maria, Tiana, Roy and family, My deepest condolences to you all! God Bless

Nancy Ostlund

June 30, 2013

Thank you, Carolina for the special moments we shared many years ago as you so expertly styled my hair. I cherished our recent reunion visit and hug when I came to visit you. I feel honored to remember you with love, admiration, gratitude and inspirational courage. You will always be in my heart. Always, Nancy

Another Rose for Carolina

June 27, 2013

A Rose for You, Carolina.

Suzanne Bell

June 27, 2013

Carolina...you are a gift to everyone who has known you and has been in your presence. You have always radiated beauty, caring and courage. I admire you so. Thanks again for the soup you brought me. Love you, girlfriend....Suzie

Ima Eggman

June 18, 2013

Carolina we went to kindergarten togeather. You were such a beautiful little girl and a gorgeous young women. God bless you and all you touched in your short time on earth. RIP

CHRISTINA BENAVIDEZ

June 17, 2013

OH, MY PRETTY, HOW I MISS YOU! YOU'VE ALWAYS BEEN ONE OF THE STRONGEST WOMEN I'VE EVER KNOWN. YOU FOUGHT TO THE END. NOW YOU'RE FREE, PRETTY ANGEL. I LOVE YOU & I THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY. EVERY TIME I JUST WANNA GIVE UP ON SOMETHING, I HEAR YOUR WORDS "QUITTING IS NOT AN OPTION"! THANK YOU FOR SO MANY THINGS & FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP...XOXOXO

June 16, 2013

I will miss my dear friend. Helen

tammyjo tyler

June 14, 2013

R.I.P. Carolina. Your in better hands now and free from pain and the sickness of cancer. I will miss you.

Albert Espinoza

June 13, 2013

Rest in peace my friend. Thanks for all your inspiration and smiles. Until we meet again.

Beth

June 13, 2013

You will be missed, sweet Carolina. RIP

scott nehring

June 13, 2013

will miss you

Sheila West

June 13, 2013

will miss you

Kris Lester

June 13, 2013

You are missed by so many. I am thankful you are no longer in pain and discomfort. You fought an amazing battle with dignity and grace and always a smile. My deepest condolences and many prayers to your entire family.

Karen Vinikoor

June 13, 2013

R.I.P. You were a wonderful daughter-In Law. I thank you for everything you did for Ron. I will always love you.

Karen

Charlie's Angels (1991)

June 13, 2013

Jerry Valenzuela

June 13, 2013

Carolina, I feel honored and privileged to have met you at Thunder Canyon Brewery / FW Meet & Greet and I remember running into you at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. My deepest condolences to all of Carolina's family and friends. I did not know her well but one could clearly see she was a wonderful person. God Bless her soul, family, and friends.

Tracy McClure

June 12, 2013

I will miss you dearly, Rest in peace!!!
I LOVE YOU!!!

Laura Perry

June 12, 2013

The Castro-Vinikoor Family, I am sorry for your loss. You may never know how many peoples lives she touched, Carolina Thank you for the conversation, your openness and kindness will be forever remembered.

Rich Palma

June 12, 2013

She was taken from us to soon. Prayers to her all her family and friends.

Kay Docter

June 12, 2013

Til we meet again Lovey! Rest in paradise. I love you!

CHRISTINE L LOBATO

June 12, 2013

God Bless You

Maria (LULU) Aguilar Ballesteros

June 12, 2013

My Cuzzie Carolina Will miss you but will always be in our HEARTS. yOU left us with many memories to cherish. God needed you and call for you now you are at peace with God. Cuzzie I won't say bye but see you in Heaven. Like they said at your memorial "you are Home" .....RIP now as you rejoice with God. Lulu and Lupita Aguilar Ballesteros & Familia Ballesteros

Bob Spencer

June 12, 2013

Carolina, you have been my best friend and hair dresser since the day your Dad brought you to my office. I will miss you for now, but will see you again in heaven. You made my life a brighter place.
Tiana, your mother loved you so much, always remember and cherish the time you had with her.
Ron, thank you for being there for her. She always said how lucky she was to find such a great friend and husband. I agree.

Judy Hardman

June 12, 2013

A beautiful, kind and wonderful friend. RIP Carolina

June 12, 2013

PRIMA, YOUR SMILE WOULD LIGHT UP A ROOM, NOW IT SHINES ON US FROM HEAVEN, AS A RAY OF LIGHT THROUGH THE CLOUDS, AS A STAR BRIGHT IN THE DARK OF THE NIGHT. IT WAS WONDERFUL TO SEE ALL THE PEOPLE WHO'S LIFE YOU'VE TOUCHED. MUCH LOVE NELVA

June 12, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Carolina's family. She is truly a beautiful person. I have wonderful memories of my daughter Amanda sitting on my lap, as you would cut her hair into a perfect Bob...rest now as you rejoice with our Lord.
Sylvia and Amanda Martinez

Neil McGarry

June 12, 2013

Ron,
I am so sorry. No One deserves to suffer the loss like this let alone twice. She lives on in all of us… her strength, her courage, and ultimately, when the time came, her grace will not be forgotten.

Susie Riesgo-Balog

June 12, 2013

Ron and family,
I was fortunate to meet Carolina through my cousin Linda Ross. I loved it when she met us at the gem show. She was a very sweet young lady and will be missed by anyone whoever met her. May the memories left behind help to heal your hearts. My thoughts and prayers to you and your families.
My condolence,
Susie Riesgo-Balog

Diane Wunderlich

June 12, 2013

Gone way too soon...you were so brave and never complained...I miss you my friend...

Pat Wade

June 12, 2013

You will always be in my heart.

Monica Sanchez

June 12, 2013

Dear Castro-Vinikoor Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Carolina was such an amazing person and I am glad that God granted me the opportunity to meet her many years ago. It was truely a blessing. My prayers go out to you and may she rest in peace.

Patty Phipps-Surber

June 12, 2013

No more pain and she is watching over us all until we meet again. Prayers for the family.

Nubia Moreno

June 12, 2013

In Gods arms you are now cousin and reunited with your loved ones in his Kingdom...You will be missed Carolina...ILY

Jan Spaeth

June 12, 2013

Carolina has been my hairdresser and dear friend for over 15 years. Those of us who knew and loved her will always remember her hearty laugh, dry sense of humor, thoughtfulness, generosity, energy, love of life, and warm hugs. We will sorely miss her. My greatest hope is that she is now at peace, free of pain and worry. Carolina was a very special person.

Lucinda Davis

June 12, 2013

Sweet, kind Carolina - I am glad you are no longer suffering. How bravely you took on cancer! I will remember you always - particularly your kindness. What other hairdresser remembers your birthday, brings you a latte from Starbucks, brings you a boot when you break a toe, changes tires for her clients in the parking lot, jumps off cliffs into pools on a dare (whoops, maybe I shouldn't have shared that one), is a body builder and gives you a hug after cutting your hair... Your beautiful spirit will live on in all of us who knew you. I am so happy I knew you. And what in the world am I going to do with my hair now! I'm hoping you'll send me a sign.

Tricia Jones

June 12, 2013

Dance away sweet Caroline, I know your laughing with Jesus now. You will always be remembered . All our love for the sorrow of those you have left behind. This is not goodbye as we will see you soon Ron, Maria , Roy, Heidie, Steph, Vero, & Niki your California family is praying & lifting up all of you as you go through this very difficult loss. Love you <3

Sylvia

June 12, 2013

I knew Carolina back in the mid eighties, early nineties. I am so sorry to hear about her passing. My prayers go out to her daughter, husband and her family. RIP

June 12, 2013

I will miss your smile, your brightness,thoughtfullness and most of all just who you were. May you rest in peace my lovely daughter-in-law. I love you.

mike george

June 12, 2013

Another angel called home to early. Rip Carolina

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cliff and Judy Richardson

June 12, 2013

until we meet again my friend!

Erin Gefre

June 12, 2013

You will be missed my friend. Thank you for your kindness and love.
Erin K. Martin Gefre

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