Linda Lee Carolan

In Memorial

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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  1. Linda Piron Foster on January 23rd, 2012 12:26 pm

    My sincerest condolences.


  2. Your Friends at Dare Building Supply & Custom Kitchens on January 23rd, 2012 1:22 pm

    You are all in our thoughts and prayers! May your love and memories sustain you during this most difficult of times.


  3. Your Friends at Dare Building Supply & Custom Kitchens on January 23rd, 2012 1:24 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May your love and memories sustain you through during this most difficult of times.


  4. Bob and Janice on January 23rd, 2012 1:51 pm

    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.


  5. Susie Austin on January 23rd, 2012 3:18 pm

    So, So sorry to hear of the loss of Linda.
    My sincerest sympathies


  6. Kay Chadwick on January 23rd, 2012 3:58 pm

    Jim and family…My thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda was a special lady.


  7. Linda Rush on January 23rd, 2012 4:47 pm

    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.


  8. Jennifer Keys Scarborough on January 23rd, 2012 6:10 pm

    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.


  9. Amelia Minter on January 24th, 2012 5:49 am

    Kathleen,
    My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
    Love,
    Amelia


  10. The Cassano Family on January 24th, 2012 8:43 am

    So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers to Uncle Jimmy and his children, Grandma Dee and the Entire Dolan and King Family.


  11. Diane and Jackie Carrick on January 24th, 2012 9:07 am

    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


  12. John O’Brien on January 24th, 2012 10:14 am

    I was so, so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.


  13. Allen Rushing on January 24th, 2012 4:34 pm

    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


  14. Ken & Gail Henshaw on January 24th, 2012 4:53 pm

    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.


  15. Lynne Murray on January 25th, 2012 7:35 am

    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.


  16. Windsor and Lynne Jacques on January 25th, 2012 7:42 am

    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


  17. Laura Twine on January 26th, 2012 5:58 am

    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 .


  18. Barb & Tom Layton on January 27th, 2012 8:43 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the words in Psalms 145:14 give you hope and comfort.


  19. Janice Willis on January 27th, 2012 10:06 am

    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


  20. Natalie Hastings on January 29th, 2012 8:51 am

    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


  21. The Lalor Family on January 29th, 2012 4:51 pm

    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


  22. Bill and Joanne Coyle on February 1st, 2012 3:49 am

    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)


  23. Floyd ann, Amy, and Kim Liston on February 1st, 2012 9:30 am

    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.


  24. Zelda Hamilton on February 2nd, 2012 7:11 pm

    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


  25. Charles and Diane Brown on February 7th, 2012 10:14 am

    Our thoughts are with you and your family. May God bless you with his peace.


  26. Barb Ryczko & Jeff Hores on February 9th, 2012 10:01 pm

    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.


  27. Bob & Louise Guthy on February 24th, 2012 4:46 pm

    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


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