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Carolyn's obituary

Carolyn "Sparky" Beck, 78, of Buckeye, AZ, passed away on April 14, 2026. Carolyn was born on February 27, 1948 to Marguarite Brachel in Detroit.

Carolyn studied at Sawyer Business School. After graduation, Carolyn co-founded Excel Industrial Electronics kicking off a 40-year career in Industrial Motor Control and Automation.

In 1979, she met Mark and they wed in 1983. They celebrated their 43rd year of marriage in 2026. After retiring, they spent time enjoying vacations in Aruba for 31 years and spending time together in Arizona.

Carolyn was predeceased by her Grandmother Vuka Kesocevo, Parents Marguarite Brachel, Nicolas Mandich, and Brother Richard Brachel. She is survived by two Daughters, four Grandchildren, two Great Grandchildren and several Nieces and Nephews.

Carolyn brought light into this world and to those who knew her. Her light shines on. 

 

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Mark, we’re so very sorry for your loss of your beloved wife, Carol. Will never forget how Carol, made us feel at home …

Mark, we’re so very sorry for your loss of your beloved wife, Carol. Will never forget how Carol, m…

Mark, we’re so very sorry for your loss of your beloved wife, Ca…

Carolyn had the greatest smile and laugh. Her laugh was so much like her mom's, my Auntie. It is so hard to know that w…

Carolyn had the greatest smile and laugh. Her laugh was so much like her mom's, my Auntie. It is so…

Carolyn had the greatest smile and laugh. Her laugh was so much …

My sister-in-law, Carol, was a devoted wife to my dear brother, Mark!  Her partnership in their business was applauded …
My sister-in-law, Carol, was a devoted wife to my dear brother, Mark!  Her partnership in their bus…
My sister-in-law, Carol, was a devoted wife to my dear brother, …
Carol was just the perfect person for me to meet. And I know God had a hand that. What a dear friend, always with open …
Carol was just the perfect person for me to meet. And I know God had a hand that. What a dear frien…
Carol was just the perfect person for me to meet. And I know God…

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Carolyn "Sparky" Beck