Carolyn Ann Effler

Carolyn Ann Effler, 74, of Greeneville, TN, passed away on December 7, 2023. She was born on May 26, 1949, to Joe and Virgie Carpenter. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Bobby Carpenter and Larry Carpenter.

Carolyn was a beloved wife of 40 years to Phil Effler. She was a devoted mother to her children Angela Westendorf (Scott), Melanie Wishon (Mike), Beverlee Henson, Melissa Williams , and son Trenton Effler. Carolyn was also a cherished grandmother to her grandchildren Amber Munchoff (Billy), Chuck Morgan (Caitlyn), Amanda Houston (Josh), Michael Wishon Jr., Valiree Foster, Dustin Shelton, and Tristian Dearstone. Her great-grandchildren Ellie Jo Munchoff, Cadilynn Morgan, Audrey Houston, Christopher Morgan, and Charlotte Wishon brought immense joy to her life. Carolyn is also survived by her brother Teddy Carpenter, special friend Pam Messer, with whom she shared many years of laughter and love, and several nieces, nephews, cousins and beloved dogs, Cassie and Spider Man.

The funeral service will be handled by Kiser Rose Hill in Greeneville, TN. The family and friends will gather to remember Carolyn and celebrate her life on Friday, December 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm at Kiser- Rose Hill Funeral Home. Rev. Chuck Morgan will officiate. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Memorial contributions may be sent the Greeneville Greene County Humane Society, 400 N Rufe Taylor Rd, Greeneville, TN 37745.

Online condolences by be sent to the family at www.kiserrosehillfuneralhome.com