Carolyn Nawrocki Gantert

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Carolyn Gantert Obituary

Age 80, Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Friend Born March 25, 1930 in Minneapolis, resided in Ramsey MN and Mulberry FL, and raised her family in New Brighton, MN. She went home to God on January 25, 2011; 9 months after cancer was diagnosed. She faced death as she faced life with gracious dignity, sharp wit, generous hospitality, warm creative writings, and a sparkling smile. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Victoria and Ignatius Nawrocki; and brother, Jack. She is survived by John,husband of 57 years; children, Susan (Steve Hulbert), Anthony and Jeanne (Tom Auron); grandchildren, Sydney Hulbert and Benjamin Auron. She graduated from the University ofMinnesota with a degree in Home Economics with an emphasis in Interior Design. She worked for Dayton's in Interior Design and Fashion, raised her children and then returned to Dayton's as an Interior Designer. It was an honor to be loved by and cared for by this good, brave and brilliant woman. She enriched the lives of all those she touched. Memorials preferred to Our Lady of Good Counsel or St. Mary's Hospice.Special thanks to Cathy, Mom's nurse, and all the wonderful staff and volunteers at OLGC and St. Mary'sHospice. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 835 2nd Ave NW, New Brighton at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 with visitation one hour prior to the Mass. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery in Minneapolis. www.caringbridge.org (carolyngantert1). www.methven-taylor.com Miller-Brighton 651-636-9821

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Published by Pioneer Press from Jan. 27 to Jan. 30, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Gantert

16 Entries

Deb Zachman

February 1, 2011

Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know your mother, I do know that she help raise a beautiful daughter in you.
My hearfelt sympathies,
Deb

Colleen and David Beisell

January 31, 2011

Johnny and Family,

We remember and celebrate the many times we have been together throughout the years and the fun we have enjoyed with you and your family, along with Aunt Bea and Uncle Tom and the Gantert cousins. Great memories that will last forever!

Ann and Larry McAlpin

January 31, 2011

John...

Larry and I were so saddened to read on the internet last week about Carolyn's passing...we too add our comments as to what a wonderful lady she was....and one of the best/funniest bridge subs ever to cross my threshold there in Ramsey...what a privilege to have gotten to know both of you...
God bless you all...

With love,

January 31, 2011

Dear John & Family,

I was so sorry to read about your loss of Carolyn. Through all the years of knowing you and her at Dayton's, my memories are of one of the most sweetest and loving couples I have ever met. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathies,

Carol Chell Johnson
St. Louis Park, MN

January 31, 2011

John and family,
We don't need to tell you how wonderful a person Carolyn was. We are blessed that we were able to know her and her kind heart and wonderful sense of humor. She will be missed.

Keith and Mary Backhaus

January 31, 2011

John and family,

Though I didn't know Carolyn, it seems she was a wonderful person. My sympathy to you, John, and your children.

Mary Jean

Amy Larson

January 30, 2011

Jeanne, Tom, Ben, John, Tony and Sue: My thoughts and prayers are with you and Carolyn. She now sings with the angels.

Gary and Cathy Munger

January 30, 2011

John and family,
What a wonderful women Carolyn was, so kind and generous. We will always remember her homemade valentine cards.
They always brought a smile to our face. We will miss her alot.
Love,

January 30, 2011

John and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. She was a wonderful lady a great friend of my late wife Audrey.
Gordy Amoth, Mesa Arizona

Diane Kussy

January 29, 2011

Jeanne, John, Tony, Tom and Ben-
We were so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help during this time of loss. The Kussy Family

Bob and Sandy Hughs

January 29, 2011

John and family,

We are thinking of you all as you remember the wonderful person that Carolyn was to all of you and so many others. She will surely remain in our hearts forever and we will remember all of those times that she touched our hearts and made us smile.

Much love,

Kathy Andrews

January 27, 2011

Dear Sue,
My deepest sympathy with the loss of your Mom, Carolyn. Remember the journey you had the honor to share with her.

bonnie vanranst

January 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Larry Binstein

January 27, 2011

Jeanne,

Im so sorry to hear about your loss.
Our thoguhts and prayers are with you

Larry Binstein

MILKA YOHANNES

January 27, 2011

MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO CARRY ON AT THIS SORROWFULL TIME.