Carolyn Elizabeth Matthews

Carolyn Elizabeth Matthews of Mason, passed away June 22, 2015 at the age of 73. Carolyn was born July 15, 1941 in Duluth, MN to Clifford and Clara Hill. She was married for 50 years to her best friend and partner, James Matthews. Carolyn practiced nursing for 39 years, mostly with Sparrow Health Care Systems. She was an avid reader, enjoyed playing golf and traveling. She also was a trained Stephen Minister with Martin Luther Chapel for several years.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Delores Henthorne.

Surviving is her husband, James and brother-in-law, Charles Henthorne.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Martin Luther Chapel, 444 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI with Rev. David Dressel officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

Those desiring may make contributions in memory of Carolyn to Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, P. O. Box 30480, Lansing, MI 48909.

The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Chapel. On line condolences may be made at

www.greastlansing.com