Carol J. Kirtz was born on July 3, 1942 in Columbus, Indiana to Arthur Julius Schafer and Ilo Schafer. She was fourth of four children.
Carol moved to California in 1974 from Muncie, Indiana. She raised them with love, dignity and a strong sense of right and wrong. Carol was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She shared her knowledge and wisdom with every young person she came into contact with. Carol was a well-loved Cosmetologist for many years.
She leaves to cherish her memory 4 children (Tonya, Larry, Bradley and Brandon), 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 1 brother, 1 sister, I niece (Lisa) and 2 nephews (Roland and Reggie). She is preceded in death by her parents.
Many also considered Carol to be an aunt, grandmother or sister because she took care of everyone.