Carolyn Jeannie O’Hara, 74 departed this world on November 8, 2016 in her home in Wake Forest, NC after a long battle with cancer. Her husband, daughters, sister, and brother-in-law were at her side when she passed away just seven days before her seventy-fifth birthday. Born November 15, 1941 to Hugh and Helene (Forbes) Goodfellow (deceased) of Syracuse, NY, Carolyn was a smart, witty, spirited and giving woman. She will be remembered as a loving wife, kind mother, playful grandmother, and generous friend. Carolyn was a cheerleader at Onondaga Valley Academy in Syracuse, NY, graduated from Cortland State College in Cortland, NY, taught English in several schools in New York, became a real estate broker in Golden, CO, and later a mortgage broker in Naperville, IL. She was involved with the Central Adirondack Search and Rescue Team as the lead activation person in Inlet, NY. Carolyn enjoyed skiing with her family, loved traveling, playing bridge, quilting, sewing, and was an avid reader. Carolyn was a devoted church member all her life, culminating with her membership at Wake Forest Presbyterian Church.

Carolyn is survived by her husband of 52 years, the love of her life, Gregory O’Hara, her daughter Laurie O’Hara (Ardeshir Farbod) of San Rafael, CA, son Todd O’Hara (Teri) of Hadley, NY, and daughter Meg Elliott (Sean) of Pacific Palisades, CA. Carolyn leaves behind her seven beloved grandchildren AJ and Isabel Torres; Finn, Abbey and Luke O’Hara; and Paige and Quinn Elliott. She is also survived by her dear sister Diane Terrell and brother-in-law Hugh Terrell of Wake Forest, and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held to celebrate the life of Carolyn O’Hara on Tuesday, November 22 at 2:00 pm at Wake Forest Presbyterian Church. The interment followed at the Wake Forest Cemetery.

Donations in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society. Carolyn will be remembered in our hearts, always.

Source: www.brightfunerals.com