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Obituary

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of the loving and cherished Carolyn Jansen. Born on March 12, 1947, her extraordinary journey of life came to an end on February 29, 2024.

Carolyn's life was one of caring, understanding, and genuine kindness, always putting others before herself. Her positive outlook on life and the lessons she shared, "Let go and Let God, be kind to others," have left a significant impact. Carolyn's …

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Thank you so much to everyone visiting this page. We will miss Carolyn tremendously and would love to have you share your favorite memories of her on this website.

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No memorial events are planned

Carolyn did not want a funeral service but we appreciate all the love shown to her and encourage you to share your favorite memories on this website. She chose to have her body donated to Medcure for medical research and in lieu of flowers donations to be made to SOAR in her honor.

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Memories & condolences

My dear friend Carolyn. You are now soaring with Gods angels.  You were an angel here and now you are a heavenly one.  …
My dear friend Carolyn. You are now soaring with Gods angels.  You were an angel here and now you a…
My dear friend Carolyn. You are now soaring with Gods angels.  Y…
Only met Carolyn (And Jens ( who was my full cousin) once in Amsterdam. But kept in contact .
We had raw herring toget…
Only met Carolyn (And Jens ( who was my full cousin) once in Amsterdam. But kept in contact .
We h…
Only met Carolyn (And Jens ( who was my full cousin) once in Am…

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What was Carolyn's favorite color?
Purple
Purple
Purple
What causes did Carolyn care about most?
Animal welfare, human welfare,
Animal welfare, human welfare,
Animal welfare, human welfare,
What were Carolyn's favorite vacation spots?
Amsterdam, Cruising, the mountains
Amsterdam, Cruising, the mountains
Amsterdam, Cruising, the mountains
What were Carolyn's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading, crocheting, traveling
Reading, crocheting, traveling
Reading, crocheting, traveling

Timeline

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Born

March 12th, 1947
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Got married to Jens Jansen

1969
Chicago, IL
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Had a child, Debbie Jansen

1971
Chicago, IL

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Cause of death

Cancer

Method of disposition

Body donation

MedCure
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MedCure

VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit
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