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Personal note from Carolyn's husband Steve

Thank you so much to all of our friends and family. The past 2 1/2 years have been filled with one frightening medical challenge after the next, and your love and support helped to ease some of the pain and fear. PLEASE share your favorite memories and photos -- they will help us through our grief and focus on the positive impact Carolyn made.

Obituary

Carolyn Christian Parese (66) passed away on May 12, 2024, after a 2-year battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family, including her husband Steve, sons Forrest and Garrett Comartos, and siblings Carla Pack and Bill Christian. She will be forever remembered by her loving grandchildren Calla (9), Jude (8), Cleo (7), Clara (5), Sloan (4), and Lucy (3), her numerous friends, and her many nieces and nephews in NC, NY, OH, and PA.

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What were Carolyn's favorite songs or musical artists?
Anything by the Beatles
Anything by the Beatles
Anything by the Beatles
What were Carolyn's favorite sports teams?
Miami Dolphins, as she grew up there
Miami Dolphins, as she grew up there
Miami Dolphins, as she grew up there

Timeline

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Born

August 13th, 1957
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Graduated from college

1980
UNC Greensboro, Spring Garden Street, Greensboro, NC
BA Criminal Justice
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Got married

1981

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Ashes scattered

Hanging Rock State Park, Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC, USA

Burroughs Funeral Home
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Burroughs Funeral Home

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