Linda Lee Carolan
Linda Lee Carolan (nee Grosse) 65, beloved wife of James “Jim” Michael Carolan, daughter of the late Gustav “George” Grosse and the late Mary Grosse (nee Hocker), passed away at her residence in Frisco, NC on Saturday, January 21, 2012. Born in Bay Shore, New York, she has resided on the Outer Banks for the past 33 years, serving as Office Manager for the family business, Bay Shore Construction. She was also a faithful member of Cape Hatteras Baptist Church where she served as Treasurer. She will be remembered as a friend to all who met her, always visiting the sick and offering words of encouragement.
In addition to her husband of 39 years, Jim, she is survived by her daughters, Kathleen of Hatteras, Mary of Frisco, her son, Michael, and her daughter-in-law Jackie, also of Frisco. Also surviving are her two sisters, Elizabeth Dee Jensen of Frisco, NC, Kathy Benton, and many friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at Cape Hatteras Baptist Church in Frisco with Pastor Russ Howard officiating. In accordance with her wishes, Mrs. Carolan will be cremated. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hatteras Island Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1591, Buxton, NC 27920.
Twiford Funeral Home, Island Chapel, Hatteras, NC is assisting the family with arrangements.
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My sincerest condolences.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers! May your love and memories sustain you during this most difficult of times.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May your love and memories sustain you through during this most difficult of times.
Linda was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be greatly missed. Her loving spirit and her love for the Lord was so evident. she always had a smile and a hug, regardless of her circumstances. Everyone she touched was blessed because of her. We are better people having been privileged to know her and call her our friend.
So, So sorry to hear of the loss of Linda.
My sincerest sympathies
Jim and family…My thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda was a special lady.
Jim, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. I know she is with Jesus now. She blessed me so much the few times I was with her.
I am so sorry for your loss. Ms.Linda was a wonderful person. She always gave so much of herself and showed compassion to others. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathleen,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Love,
Amelia
So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers to Uncle Jimmy and his children, Grandma Dee and the Entire Dolan and King Family.
Dear Uncle Jimmy,
We are so sorry to hear about Aunt BeeGee. She was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Much love,
Diane,Jackie and family
I was so, so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers goes out to your family. Aunt BeeGee meant the world to me. She would always give me advice when I needed it. Not to mention, but both of my aunts were so special to me.You will always be loved, missed,& will always be in my heart.
You are now an angel in Heaven walking on the streets of gold. I will always love you and the Carolyn family. You are all special to me & I pray that God will give you all peace and comfort during your loss.
Love Always Your Nephew,
Allen Rushing
Allen Rushing
PO Box762
Locust,NC 28097
allenrushing2011@yahoo.com
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Linda was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. We were blessed by her and the sense of family she created for everyone.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this very sad time. Linda was such a sweet loving and caring lady always ready to help anyone that needed it. She will be missed so much.
Jim, Dee and family
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Linda will be missed by everyone. Good people are always gone too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children, as well as Linda’s sister, Dee.
Lynn & Win
I did not know Linda well but God blessed me by making her my room mate on our Ammaus walk. In those few short days I realized she was a special lady.My prayers are with you all. We are blessed to know that she is well and happy with our Lord .
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the words in Psalms 145:14 give you hope and comfort.
Mary and Kathleen, I am in Florida and just heard about your Mom. I remember how hard it was for me when my Mother died,so I know it is a tough time for your family. Your Mother is the one person who never stops loving you and can never be replaced. Sending thoughts and prayers your way, Miss Janice
Dear Jim -
I was saddned to read of your loss this morning (1/29) on the Island Free Press website. My heart goes out to you and your children. Please know that you have my heartfelt sympathy.
Always,
Natalie Hastings
So very sorry for your loss. BeeGee was a warm, caring person and she will be missed. We’ll always remember our trip down to NC!
All our love,
Rob, Anita, Stephanie and Ricky
Dear Kathleen, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find peace in knowing that we share very deeply in your loss. May the God of eternal love bring you comfort in your sadness,hope in the face of despair, and courage with the knowledge of everlasting life.
With love and peace, Jo and Bill Coyle
(Teacher’s Pet)
Our hearts go out to Linda’s family during this difficult time. Linda was such a loving angel here on Earth, and her love has and will continue to flow through her family and friends. We so happy to have had the oppertunity to know her.
Jim,
I just found out that Linda has left us. I am so sorry. The 4 of us had so many laughs and good times together. Pleas know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
Zelda
Our thoughts are with you and your family. May God bless you with his peace.
Jim, Mike and family
We are so sorry to here about your loss.
We will truely miss Linda on her bike rides around the neighborhood. Our hearts go out to you.
Jim,
Our sincere codolences to you and your family. We do not check the Press often but were so saddened to read of your loss today. We will always remember Linda and her willingness to help us settle into not one but two homes on Hatteras Island.
We will also remember how much she enjoyed turkey wings. We miss you both.
Louise and Bob