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Carolyn Hess Obituary
Carolyn Jeanette Hess, born September 25, 1937, in Michigan to Garrett and Yolanda Everson, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025.
A devoted mother, Carolyn’s greatest joy was her family. She was the proud mother of ten children: Debbie Ford, Joanne Perkins, Vera Atkins, Tim Blount, Laurie Porath, Ron Blount, Sherry McCallister, Teresa Zackery, Karen Ferrantelli, and Fred Hess.
Her legacy continues through her 21 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.
Carolyn will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends
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