It is with great sadness and gentle relief that we share the news of the passing of Carol Evans, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Carol passed peacefully on February 19th, 2024, in Stony Plain, Alberta, after a courageous struggle with Alzheimer’s.
She is survived by her husband Larry, her three children, Shannon, Leanne and Patrick (Amy), and her 4 grandchildren, Jade, Ollie, Ona and Owyn. She also leaves behind her sister Gail Coutts, her sister-in-law, Edna Schultz, her dearest friend Ruby Coutts, many nieces and nephews, and numerous cousins.
Carol was predeceased by her parents, Helen and Ephriam Schultz, and her three brothers, Richard, John and Ron.
For 61 years, life took Carol and Larry around Western Canada. They worked together to establish loving homes in Lytton B.C., Radway, Gainford, Edmonton, St. Albert, Winnipeg and Bonnyville, where they raised their children and warmly welcomed family and friends. Eventually life brought them back to Stony Plain, where they first met and were married.
Carol loved her family and friends deeply. She was Larry’s very best friend. She was funny, kind and generous. She had a way of endearing herself to all she met, young and old, and was a bright light wherever she went. She loved to laugh, and cherished parties, dinners and good times. She played an important role in keeping her large family connected.
Carol was eager to try all that life offered: camping, skiing, flying, golfing and travelling in Canada, the U.S., Mexico, and Europe. In later years she enjoyed spending time and playing with all her great-nieces and nephews and her cherished grandchildren - she said they kept her young!
Carol loved to cook and everyone loved her cooking! She was an accomplished artist. She took great pride in having obtained her private pilot’s license. She worked as a Life Skills Coach for Lakeland Community College in Bonnyville. Over the years she actively supported Larry in his many endeavours, and lastly worked side by side as co-owners of Curves Fitness in Drayton Valley.
Carol Evans holds a special place in all of our hearts. She was so loved, and will be deeply missed.
We raise a beer and juice to her!
A Celebration of Carol’s Life will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 11:00 AM from Parkland Funeral Chapel, 3502 44 Avenue, Stony Plain, AB with Pastor Gary McKellar officiating.
If friends desire, Memorial Tributes may be made in Carol’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta and the Northwest Territories, #306, 10430 61 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 2J3.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the family may be shared at parklandfuneralservices.com.
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