Mrs. Carolyn Cole, age 63, of Jackson, TN, passed away on March 23, 2013 at Regional Hospital of Jackson. Graveside services for Mrs. Cole were held on Monday, March 25, 2013 at 3 p.m. in Ridgecrest Cemetery in Jackson, TN in care of George A. Smith and Sons Funeral Home. She was born November 17, 1949 in Lexington, TN to the late Bud Cole and Elizabeth Cole Weatherly. Mrs. Cole grew up in Bolivar, TN where she was a graduate of Bolivar Central High School. She graduated with a degree in elementary education from the University of Mississippi in 1970. After graduation from college, she lived in Austin, TX and Yazoo City, MS, respectively. She moved to Baton Rouge in 1980. Mrs. Cole taught elementary and middle school for a total of almost 40 years. She retired from the East Baton Rouge Parish School system in January of 2012 after 25 years of faithful service. Upon retiring, she relocated to Jackson, TN, the area of her childhood. Carolyn was an avid animal lover. She loved horseback riding, and she was recently involved in fundraising for the Jackson Madison County Humane Society. Travel was also a great interest. She had traveled to many locations including Japan and Portugal. Her other greatest joy was spending time with her two young grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Cole. She is survived by her son, Cary Dewitt Graeber (Lauren) of Jackson, MS; two daughters, Leigh Graeber Duke (Frank) of Raleigh, NC and Catherine Cole Taylor of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Austin Cole Graeber of Jackson, MS and Cora Elizabeth Duke of Raleigh, NC; brother, Danny Cole (Molly) of Jackson, TN; sister-in-law, Beth Cole of Jackson, TN; many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the Jackson Madison County Humane Society in Jackson, TN.
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Oh Carolyn.....I know how much you were looking forward to being back in Tennessee and taking life a little bit easier. I'm just so so sorry.
October 25, 2013
Just found out today about Carolyns' passing. She is and was an angel in the highest degree. We had lost touch for a while and I am so sad do discover this news.
Floyd
September 28, 2013
I am shocked to learn of Carolyn's passing away. I worked with her at McKinley Middle Magnet and Westdale Middle. I started my day seeing her beautiful smile.She was such a dedicated teacher......but most of all I will remember her lovely singing voice.....I am sure she is now singing for God.
Dolores Marshall. Lewes,Delaware
April 5, 2013
I, too, worked with Carolyn at Westdale, though not for as much time as many others. However, in her simple and warm way, she made me feel very welcome and comfortable - like I was always part of the family. This is tragic news and a great loss.
Chris Lockwood
April 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy.
Stella Gremillion
April 2, 2013
To Carolyn's family and friends, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I worked across the hall from her at Westdale Middle School and I enjoyed many lively and entertaining moments with her. She will be greatly missed by all of the Westdale Middle School Family. God bless you at this difficult time.
Debbie Williams
April 2, 2013
I, too, taught with Carolyn at Westdale Middle School in Baton Rouge. I will never forget those "looks" and that laugh. She could lift your spirit with a funny classroom story any day. I am so sorry about her passing away. She will certainly be missed.
Sharon Bankston
April 2, 2013
We are truly sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
God's Speed.
Griffin and Jane Norquist
Yazoo City, Mississippi
Griffin Norquist
April 2, 2013
Please accept my condolences on the loss of this dear lady from your lives. I've known Carolyn since she began teaching at McKinley Middle Magnet in Baton Rouge. We worked together again several years later at Glasgow Middle. She always had a kind word and a smile to offer.
Bill Haydel
April 1, 2013
Please know that thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Alison Thompson
April 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Carolyn's family. I worked with her at Westdale Middle. Your family will be in my prayers.
Dianne Pizzalato
April 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Carolyn's family. I worked with Carolyn at Westdale Middle and we had a close relationship. My prayers are with you.
April 1, 2013
It is with deep sympathy and disbelief that I am seeing about the passing of your mother. She and I had become dear friends while she was at Glasgow Middle School. We had recently spoken after I had a medicl scare in January. I am not sure what happened but it must've been sudden. She was so happy when I spoke to her and was glad about the move. May you find peace and comfort in the goodness of the Lord. Sincerely, Jan C. King
April 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Carolyn was a beloved co-worker and friend whom I had the pleasure of working with at both McKinley Middle and Westdale Middle. May her memory bring you comfort during your time of grief.
Valerie Moore
March 31, 2013
Oh Sweet Carolyn, with your big'oL heart.... Miss u forever....Suasn Pierce & Daryl Gerald.
Susan Pie
March 31, 2013
I am deeply saddened to hear of Carolyn's death. I worked with her for several years, and truly enjoyed her friendship.
Deborah Griffin
March 31, 2013
We can't thank you enough for all of the love, support, and prayers for our mom. She meant the world to us.
Leigh, Cary, & Catherine
Leigh Duke
March 30, 2013
Just want to send out my deepest condolences I am a former student of Mrs. Cole and had the honor of her teach me social studies in the 6th grade and louisiana history in the 8th at mckinley she will be truly missed
Monique Kornbacher
March 30, 2013
Please accept my deep sympathies: Our Creator provides comfort and tells us all that He will fortify us and really help us as we keep really fast hold of His right hand of righteousness. Isa 41:10
M. Louise
March 30, 2013
Carolyn was a sweet and loving person who loved teaching English. I taught with her in Baton Rouge and enjoyed working with her. She was a loving mother and grandmother. My prayers are with her family.
Prudence Kemp
March 30, 2013
Danny (and all other family), I am so sorry about this terrible tragedy causing the loss of your precious sister. I pray the Lord's perfect peace and comfort for you now and the days ahead. Love, Pam Brock (Hickory Valley, Tn)
March 27, 2013
My sympathy to all of Carolyn's family. Please know that my prayers continue for you.
Carolyn Moss
March 26, 2013
I am so saddened to hear of Aunt Carolyn's passing! My sincerest condolences go out to her family and my oousins, Leigh and Carey. Her Aunt Gen and her many cousins here in Fayetteville, Arkansas remember her as beautiful and kind. She was a lovely and genteel southern woman. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth Trainor
March 26, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Jessica & John Donachy
March 25, 2013
I am so very sorry for your family.You have had so much. My thoughts are with all of you.The most neglected loss in our culture is that of a sibling...I will pray for peace for you.
Diane Rynes
March 25, 2013
Such a tragic loss. I have fond memories of growing up with Carolyn, Gary and Danny. Karen and I send our deepest sympathy to all the family and all will be in our prayers.
Robert and Karen Fulghum
March 25, 2013
John and I sincerely express our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Carolyn was a special friend and we enjoyed many good times together. With Love, John and Sue
Sue Love
March 25, 2013
I only knew of Carolyn for a brief period while attendig Bolivar Central 1964-66. She was a basketball player. My sincere sympathy to her family and friends.
Leo L Lambert
March 25, 2013
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Carolyn's death. My prayer is that her family will find peace through God's love.
Betty Thornton Gerhart
March 25, 2013
The great gates are made of mother of pearl.
Beyond those gates are a thousand streets
Built not of cobblestone but paved with gold.
When one passes through the great gates
One is embraced by the Alhpah & Omega
And granted life everlasting.
Steven Blow
Jackson, TN
March 25, 2013
LOVE AND PRAYERS TO EACH OF YOU DURING
THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I REMEMBER SUGE, GARY AND CAROLYN AS HAPPY AND LOVING.
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. BUT, A NEW ANGEL AWAITS IN HEAVEN. FROM A FORMER SCHOOL MATE AND FRIEND.
CAROLYN "MCKEE" ERVIN
March 25, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Carolyn was a special person and will be missed.
Dorsey and Jamie Peek
March 25, 2013
My sympathies to the family... Ms. Carolyn will be greatly missed.
Robin Watson
March 25, 2013
So sorry about the passing of a great person and friend. So many memories of our High School days. She will be greatly missed. Always had a smile and her laughter will echo forever. Love and Prayers to all her family.
Peggy (Rainey) Adelman
March 25, 2013
With deepest sympathy - my thoughts are with you all.
Kassy Taylor
March 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Carolyn's family and friends. From a former high school classmate.
Rita (Moore) Blackard
March 24, 2013
Ms.Carolyn will be missed, my prayers with her family during this time.
Brenda Harris
March 24, 2013
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