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Carol Kerpan Obituary
Proud and lifelong "Croatian, Catholic, Democrat", Carol Ann Kerpan was born at St. Therese Hospital in Waukegan, IL to John and Anna Kerpan and older sister Patsy; she graduated from North Chicago High '56 before heading to Chicago and then on to Hollywood & work at CBS. She was back in Chicago for the Blizzard of '67 before settling in San Francisco and meeting and marrying Tom Evans. Son, Christopher, came along in 1970 and the family moved to San Rafael, Fairfax and then Novato in Marin County. She entertained kids of all ages as a "Mime for All Reasons", volunteered at Letterman Army Hospital and St. Anthony's Dining Room, and relished her time spent on the Russian River in John's funky old Aljo trailer with a glass of Korbel brandy. Life brought her to Colorado Springs in the 1990's and a dream job as concierge at the famed Broadmoor Hotel, where she still has many dear friends. Grand times were spent holding court at the Golden Bee and Luigi's Restaurant with her cousin Anna. She loved Frank Sinatra, JFK, a glass of wine, but most of all her beloved KERPAN & Cervetti relatives... ZIVJELI!
The family especially thanks the doctors and caregivers at Penrose and Laurel Manor for their invaluable care.
Funeral Mass 1pm on Monday, November 14th at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 9 El Pomar, Colorado Springs, Co... Reception immediately following...
In lieu of flowers, perhaps consider a donation in Mom's name to Gold Key Senior Services or the Fine Arts Center.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Carol Kerpan
Maggie
May 10, 2024
We will always miss Carol. 'Shared Conceige at the Broadmoor with her.
Spirited lovely LADY.
maggie
Jon Rizzi
December 2, 2016
My son and I always made a point of visiting Carol when we stayed at the Broadmoor. From an early age, he entertained her with Yo-Yo tricks and she was a wonderful audience. She had a warm, wonderful personality and added so much character to the Broadmoor. May she rest in peace.
Laurie Zickefoose
November 14, 2016
I worked with Carol for several years and no one made me laugh more. Her genuine desire to make the guest happy in her own unique way was wonderful to behold. I will miss her larger than life spirit. What a wonderful picture of her!
Don Wegrzyn
November 14, 2016
Carol Ann was a classmate from kindergarten through our high school years and a wonderfully fun and considerate person to be around. I speak for many of us who shared duties as "the Committee" for our last Class Reunion in 2001. Although not acting from nearby Carol was a leader and ultimately the hit of the gathering with her charm, wit, and ability to bring friends closer together. We are all of that age when tomorrows are not guaranteed, but in her case, she made all of her days count. God Bless Carol Ann and her entire family
Shauna Sartori
November 12, 2016
You are one of the funniest, kindest, craziest, biggest hearted, fun-loving, contagious, free-spirited, most caring women I have had the privilege of knowing. I miss you so very much. You taught me to live life to the absolute fullest, I promise to not let you down! Love you my treasured friend.
~Shauna Sartori
Chet Jurkovac
November 12, 2016
Deepest sympathy. Carol was a most fun gal. Many happy memories. I still have her wedding shoe that was given to me as a memento.
Ann Coyle
November 12, 2016
All condolence to the family
November 12, 2016
I will miss her smile and many, many stories
My earliest memories were at Holy Family School. My sympathy to Pat and her family and to Christopher.
Mary Anne (Skarbalus) Jones
November 12, 2016
So many fun memories...what a talented, involved, gracious and witty woman Carol was. She will always be alive in my heart.
gail walulis thompson
November 12, 2016
Fond memories of Carol Ann. My sympathy to her family. Bless her for the volunteer work she did, including St. Anthony's Dining Room in San Francisco and for the joy and laughter she gave to others.
Jervaise Murr-Pileggi
November 12, 2016
I have so many fond memories with Carol. She was a vivacious, funny, kind, and caring woman. I am blessed to have called her my friend for so many years.
Theresa (Krause) Anderko
November 12, 2016
I remember Carol from high school, she was such a delightful person. May time ease your pain and only happy memories remain.
November 12, 2016
Many fond memories we had in San Francisco!
Steve"Miletich" Dalbke
November 12, 2016
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May you cherish the memories that you share. May you find comfort that one day soon God's promises will be fulfilled.
Isaiah 65:17.
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