Mrs Carole Milner was the best director I ever had , very compassionate, kind and caring. Learnt a lot from her that is useful to me till date. She was very vibrant , elegant always a smile to share, recognizes and appreciative of everyone around her. May her beautiful soul rest in perfect peace. I will never forget a rare gem like her. She really touched souls.  God be with the family.  She was my director at Aspenwood. I remember always. 


Love you Carole.  We were friends and neighbors for 15 years and you and Bob were like our family. Thanks for being like a second mom and dad to us, through our ups and downs.  Your love was a shining light that we will never forget.   “Well done good and faithful servant”

Carole, my dear Friend. So many memories of when Carl& I came to MD from Boston. Being a part of our ministry was such a blessing. Lots of lessons learned and most of all lots of laughter. See you later Sister Friend😘

I feel so fortunate to have had some conversations with your Mom at our Tuesday morning ladies bible study.  She was so sure of her faith, and was a great teacher to me.  We shared the fact that we were both retired nurses, but she proved the  saying "once a nurse, always a nurse" to be very true.  Always caring and so sweet, yet feisty and spunky.  I want to be like her when I'm in my 80's.

I'm so sure that she is very happy to be with the Lord now and with your Dad.  Enjoy the sweet memories of your sweet Mom.
                                                                   With love, Liz Godkin

It was a joy seeing her at church toward the front of the auditorium.  She always had a smile to share.

Such a beautiful video of your MOMents - I teared up before Dr Seuss could tell me not to cry. I interacted with your Mom a few times in fellowship and the word that comes to my mind is "vibrant", from beginning to end it seems. Thanks for sharing her life through pictures and the wonderful video of Carole in song. I hope that your memories of her will help your heart heal from the loss of your Mom in this life. Sincerely, Jayne Back

You were my very best neighbor and a good friend, and will be greatly missed. Your faith is strong and we know you are with the Lord and your husband whom you loved so much. 
God bless. 

We did not know Carole very well, having come to Durham, NC, and the Triangle Church of Christ, just a little over 3 years ago.  We did notice her sweet smile and friendliness whenever we saw her at services.  After viewing the Memorial Service in memory of Carole, we are impressed, encouraged,  and inspired by the life she lived.  She is an example of how our Lord can transform one's life into  a Godly woman who had great influence on so many, directly and indirectly.  May Carole enjoy forever more the fruits of her "labor" for the Lord.

One of my first memories of Carole was of my being a new guest at the University Park Church of Christ. She and I were talking to Pearl Brown and Pearl remarked how she loved Carole's necklace she was wearing. Carole immediately took it off and gave it to Pearl insisting that she have it, much to my and Pearl's astonishment! What a selfless woman.
Then we were having a yard sale to raise money for mission work. One of the women's ministry leaders wanted to sacrifice her engagement ring to raise money but was having a really hard time parting with the ring. Carole asked her how much she hoped to get for it. The sister gave her an amount. Carole immediately took out her checkbook and wrote her a check for it and it was put in the kitty. The sister reluctantly gave Carole the ring. Then Carole gave it back to her...much to the sister's astonishment! Such a servant Carole was.
I remember Carole and Dina out in their hot tub when it was snowing and laughing about their hair freezing. She was fun!
I can go on. Carole leaves me with very fond memories, shared convictions, endless belief in me, and I will never forget her. Much love to you, Carole! From Luana and Rick

Though we did not know Carole long, we are thankful for the mark she left on our lives.  Her smile, her giving spirit will long be remembered.  

Also, thank you for the song choices at the service.  The Acapella favorites were perfect.  We know Carole is smiling down on you.

May God be your strength in the coming days as you hold on to the Precious Memories.  

Love, Bob & Buena Wheless (Triangle church family)

Rachael  and Family,   My prayers and thoughts with all of you, , may  your memories of your mother help you to grieve ,  I just wanted to you know I am thinking about you  on this trying day..

Carole was sweet and kind.  She will be missed but she is in God's loving hands.  God bless you all.

Scott

My condolences to Carole's loving family.  I was fortunate to learn of her when I lived in Alexandria, Virginia.  Bob and Carole were pillars in the Washington DC Church of Christ and often an inspiration.  When I relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina  and became a member of the Triangle Church - what a wonderful surprise that I was formally introduce to Carole.  It was easy to bond with her and take in a her smile and wit.  She is surely missed and I pray that her family feels the loving comfort of God.

Carol was a sweet and great woman,  she was kind,  friendly and so human.   Will be remembered for ever.                              My sincere symphaty  to all her children and famly
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Carole was like mom #2 to me. She and her husband Bob were serving people in our community. They extended their family hospitality, imparted wisdom, and gave so much and so often that they have a place forever in my heart. To Carole, I appreciate your passion in God's Word and I am so grateful for being a wonderful mentor and inspiration. With love and fond memories, 
Rick Hilke

Your love, kindness and patience will always be remembered. 
Rest In Peace Carole!

I am so, so grateful for the times that I shared with Carole, Bob, Dina, and Linda ( when she was just a little girl ). Carole and Bob were a Mother and Father couple to me, as I transitioned from living a sinful lifestyle in the culture of being a single professional Man, to the origins of my walk with Jesus, and now, thirty one, plus years later, being chosen by God and supported by Waypoint Church Partners, to plant a theologically sound church in Hagerstown, Maryland.
I remember Carole's joy. I also remember her determination to see to it that my convictions were based, solely, on what our Lord Jesus said, and absolutely no other influences or misunderstandings. I also remember, once, when I was so nervous, as I was Song leading, at the Washington DC Church of Christ, that I "flubbed" a verse, and the only person who noticed was Carole, and she "Busted out laughing", then quickly regained her composure. It was hysterical! My memories of Carole and Bob are deeply entrenched in my heart and Soul. I have never forgotten them, and never, ever, will. In so many ways, they were my "Mom" and "Dad", not just in the faith, but in my life. Carole, I know that you are in Paradise, right now, with Jesus, Bob, Archer, Jency, Richard Watts, and so many others I have known and loved who came to the Lord, and spent part of their earthly journey's at the Washington, DC Church of Christ. I want you to know that your influence on me, for Jesus, has not gone without fruit. Hundreds of people have been baptized into Christ these past thirty one years, Carole. I pray that thousands more will be baptized in Hagerstown, Maryland, because now, a Church is being planted. You, my dear sister in the Lord. My, "Mom", in the faith, gave me a safe place, your home, and your family, to initiate this over three decade long journey. Now, rest in his peace, in his grace, and in his glory. You have fought the good fight. You have been faithful to the end. Love, Sam St-Phard, Evangelist

So sorry for your loss. We had fun times together when you lived in Eden Manor, Lancaster. Pa. Your parents are joined together again. 

I will miss Carole and her deep love of God and people.  She was so generous, loving, kind and had a deep conviction for holding onto God's word as many have already said.  

I will miss her smile and hugs the most...rest well my friend and thank you for introducing me to your God!  
I know that you are happy to finally be with Bob again.

I'm sad to hear of Carole passing. You and Bob are together again. It's sad that you both are gone. You both had an impact in a lot of people lives. I remember the first bible talks we had here in the early 1990's in The D.C. Church of Christ.  It was an honor to have known you. May The LORD comfort the Milner Family.

Carol  and I went to Luzerne County community college but she was 1 year a head of me   After I graduated I also went to work at Johns Hopkins Hospital and moved near carol in Columbia Md.  Bob and Carol were like family to me as were the kids the dog and cat. Thank you for sharing her and helping me to stay in Maryland   When I was mugged in front of Hopkins Carol was w me and ran after the thieves as well.  

I really like this picture of Carole and Bob!

I will miss Carole, (Carole with an "e" as she would say) as part of the Thursday morning Bible study group,  her singing to me during Sunday worship service, and lunch after church on Sundays.  I pray that I will learn from her example of determination to be at every service, her generosity, and her strong convictions.  

There will not be another like her. Her love of the truth, her deep convictions, her openness...all these were hers. Her love of her family, her church family, Gods word....she was all in always. I will miss our talks and her honesty with me. I will miss her strength of heart and courage. But mostly, I will miss her example of always trying to do what was pleasing  to God before people.

"The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever."  Isaiah 40:8
Carole loved God and God's Word and was passionate about sharing His Word.  What an inspiration she was to so many!  She had a beautiful smile that will be missed, among many other things. I feel blessed to have known her.  

Carol McDougle

My Mom and I were at the Yorktown battlefield in Virginia.

My Mother told me that I had to go to my graduation and not have the college just mail my degree because she wanted to be there. 

“So be content with who you are, and don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; he’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God; he is most careful with you.”
‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭5:6-7‬ ‭MSG‬‬
https://www.bible.com/97/1pe.5.6-7.msg
Wonderful and determined woman. Had a wonderful smile. Spoke often of her sweet husband and missed him so much. I’ll miss her so much. May GOD bless your now and in the future with peace beyond understanding! With Much Love, Pat

I knew Carole when I lived in both Washington DC and here in North Carolina. She was a strong woman that love deeply. I will miss her.

John10:27 “My sheep listen to my voice. I know them and they follow me.”  Carole was my friend. She truly listened to the voice of God every day. She was so faithful.  I want to attain the trust in God that Carole showed us all every day. We are all flawed; God loves us unconditionally. I will miss her.

Carole  brought  such joy to our Triangle Church family and Tuesday morning Bible talk.  She was filled with deep Godly convictions and an unwavering love for God, her late husband, Bob and her family. We are grateful for the impactful lessons of faith  she leaves in all our hearts.

We enjoyed having Carole in our Tuesday morning bible study.   She fit right in and had a great understanding of the scriptures and was always willing to share in discussions.   Her love and faith in the Lord was truly admirable.  

Carole was a joy to be with! 
 I appreciated her spiritual convictions and her love for God! She loved her husband  and her family so much! She will be greatly missed!
Ann Paterson 

I will really miss Carole.  I loved all our times riding to church together and going to lunch most Sunday's.  I loved all her stories about Bob, her kids, and Nursing.

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Carole Francine Milner

February 3, 1939 – August 4, 2020

Brown-Wynne Funeral Home

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