What happened to Carolyn?   So sad.  I was her next door neighbor growing up. 

My cousin Carolyn could not say my name in her early years.  Her name for me was Shangon. Still called me that as we grew up. ❤️❤️❤️❤️😢😢😢

Anita and Family, 

It is with heavy heart and tears that I send you Condolences. After being out of touch for so many years it was nice to reconnect with Carolyn on Facebook. I remember her most fondly as a beautiful little girl following us as Teens. 

Loving memories, may she Rest In Peace until we meet, again.

My heart is broken.  RIP Carolyn.  My thoughts and prayers are with her family.  Spread your wings and fly high my sweet friend!

Norma and family:  Thinking of you during this time, in our thoughts and prayers. Love Tim and Becky Van Zandt

Oh Carolyn, still have no words to say. The shock of your passing left us stunned. But RIP till we all meet again. 

We always called each other Sissy and we had so many laughs working together for many years.  I can say Carolyn had a heart of Gold. Alex, Jeremi, and I will forever love my Sissy.

Always loved seeing you at our family reunions. Such a sweet soul. She will be missed. My prayers are with the family. 

Carolyn always puts a smile on my heart. Her joy and laughter were infectious, and she always saw the best in people (unless they mistreated an animal)!

A great light has gone out over Abilene and a new one has risen in heaven.  I love you, Carolyn Jean!💞 May you Rest In Peace and experience all the Joy and Love of our Lord and Savior!❤️

Love and Hugs Forever,
Connie and Dan


I knew Carolyn from working at Abilene Regional Medical Center. She always had a smile for everyone no matter how bad things were going. She could cheer you up if you were having a bad time. I loved to talk to her and hear her beautiful laugh.
Carolyn you will be missed by so many. Rest In Peace dear friend

So very sorry, Nita!  I didn’t know your little sister; but, I am sure she was quite a girl like her sister!   Love you and hope you and your Mom are doing okay.   Prayers for your family.
Love, Vicki Meeks

Met you friend many years ago at North Park Baptist.  You were a brat lol.  Loved your smile.  Later on we always seemed to meet up at United Super Market.  Had some laughs and you still had that beautiful smile.  RIP, CAROLYN.❤

Since grade school you've always been able to make me smile.... Rest in peace !! 😥😥😥 love you my friend!!!
Lesa Dentler Stutts 

Didn’t see her often in person  and when I did she was always smiling and easy to visit with.  Instant thought of Carolyn  was her beautiful face & skin. 
Definitely a pet lover.....well ALL  dogs & cats.  Loved seeing her thoughts expressed on Facebook, will miss her presence. 
Love  to you  both Norma & Anita ❤️

I have fond momeries of Carolyn from Mann Junior High we laughed alot together and maybe even were a little mischievous I Love You Carolyn💖💖

My favorite memory of Carolyn is the heart she had for her pets or any other ones she encountered, she got bit one time saving a small dog from a pit bull,  I told her she couldn’t be putting herself in that position , she answered,” I’d do it again”! She also stayed at my house late night  because she wanted to make sure that my dog would be ok,  I will miss her gentle spirit!

OBITUARY

Carolyn Jean Downing

June 23, 1961 – July 21, 2019

Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, Garden of Memories Cemetery & Crematory

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