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Carol Sanders Obituary
She is survived by her loving husband J.W., her three daughters Catherine (Ty) Rowe of Auburn, CA, Lynn Cash of Colorado Springs, and Mary Sanders-Hamilton (Eric) of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. She is also survived by her sisters Helen Johannes, Alice Prahl, Barbara Theil, and brother Jerry Sukowatey. She was preceded in death by her brother Anthony Sukowatey
She was the very proud grandmother of 5 grandchildren, Sky Mae and Austin Cash, and Krystyn, Nathyal, and Krystopher Rowe. They were the lights of her life, and kept her on her toes.
Carol was an active member of St Francis of Assisi Catholic Parish, she volunteered at their local soup kitchen, which bought her great joy! She was an avid golfer, (with the only hole in one in the family), belonged to a weekly hiking club, book club, CASA, hiked to the top of Pikes Peak and to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Against JW's wishes, she went skydiving on her 65th birthday. She loved to travel, dine and taste wine with her Ladies of the Grape. She was blessed by so many friends, from her childhood, be it personal or professional, had an amazing group of friends in the Colorado Springs area since she and JW relocated for a final time. She will be missed, but remain indelibly in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM on Thursday May 14, 2015 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 2650 Parish View, Colorado Springs, CO 80919. Immediately upon completion of the mass we would like to welcome you to join us for a lunch buffet at Garden of the Gods Club at 3320 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80904.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to contribute to a charity of your choice. Some of Carol's favorites are www.pikespeakhospice.org, www.casappr.org, www.lakeland.cc.il.us
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Sanders
August 19, 2015
J, so sorry for your loss. Deepest regrets for the distance in miles and years. If you come back home, stop in and visit a while. Take care, Sue Greene (Louisville, KY)
August 19, 2015
Dear J.W. and family,
So sorry to hear of Carol's passing. We were not aware until just today after hearing through one of our mutual cousins. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of grief and loss.
Your cousin, Mike Wheeley and wife, Suzanne
Bonnie Voss
August 17, 2015
To our dear friend Jay, the girls and their families...we truly loved Carol and have such wonderful fun memories starting with Jim attending their wedding, and then when we were back door neighbors in Highland Park and lasting down through the years. We are grateful that she was a part of our lives and she will always be a part of who we are.
Bonnie and Jim Voss, Saddlebrooke, Mo.
Maggie Sullivan
May 27, 2015
I too am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Sanders' passing. The Sullivans hold many dear memories of playing in the yard, sledding down the ravine hill, sharing carpools, and having WONDERFUL neighbors on Village Road. My best to all of you, Maggie
Shandra Hanchett
May 18, 2015
Lynn and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I met your parents once in your office, your mother had such a great smile! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dolly McFarland
May 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers are with you. Keep the happy moments you shared together. Gene & Dolly McFarland
May 17, 2015
I am deeply sadden to hear of Carol's passing. I worked with Carol for the Lake Land College Foundation for many years. I feel privileged to have known such a lovely lady. My thoughts and prayers go out to her whole family.
Pat Heller
May 15, 2015
I am very sad to hear of Carol's passing. I had great respect for the way she treated people with consideration and kindness. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed by many. I am sending thoughts and prayers of comfort to you and your family.
Suzanne Conner
May 14, 2015
Dear JW, My sister and I were searching the internet looking for you. Sadly we came to see your Wife's Obit. Sorry that we had to locate you under these circumstances. Sending you our sincere sympathies.If you would like to contact us are phone numbers our 630-572-0184 Elaine, Georgia (Bliss) 262-245-0449.
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mARYJANE Cash
May 14, 2015
I ams o thankful I got to know Carol. She was i AM SO HAPPY i GOT TO KNOW carol. she WAS so kind to me when I was new to Colorado Springs. She was also a GOOD MOTHER IN LAW TO MY SON, AND A FANTASTIC grand Ma TO OUR GRANDCHILDREN.GRANDCHILDREN
Dan and Toq Lawrence
May 14, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Carol's passing. Please accept our deep sympathy.
May 14, 2015
We are saddened to learn of Carol's passing. She was a lovely lady and we enjoyed having you both as neighbors in Mattoon.
Karen & Dale Cini
Max & Louanna Jaeger
May 13, 2015
Carol was a fine lady and a wonderful colleague at Lake Land College. She cared deeply for people. Our most sincere sympathy to JW and family.
May 13, 2015
Lynn and Family...I am so sorry for your loss of an amazing Wife and Mother. I enjoyed working with Carol.
Jennifer Fenninger
www.strandsmedicalwigs.com
John North
May 13, 2015
Jean & I send sincere sympathy to you and to the girls. A life well lived and a legacy to cherish. Bless you all.
John North
Harold Strangeman
May 13, 2015
It was my privilege to have been a workplace friend of Carol's while she was at LLC. She was a good lady.
May 13, 2015
So sad to hear about Carol. What a wonderful family. Fun times for our girls. Enjoyed our days in Charleston.
Debbie Rooney. Pam and Stacy. (Harshbarger)
Dolores Metzger
May 13, 2015
What an inspiration to me as worked together to raise funds for Lake Land College. I enjoyed all my moments with Carol and will miss her beautiful smile and spirit of caring. JW take my hug during this very difficult time. Prayers for her and the entire family. May her soul and the soul of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace Amen.
Ken Baker
May 13, 2015
What a wonderful lady and family! She proved she could do it all: wife, mother, professional, and all with class!
Vicky Gilliland
May 12, 2015
The Sanders were great neighbors to us in Mattoon. Carol was a great lady. I know she will be missed by so many. JW sending our prayers to you and family.
Vicky and Stan
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