CARELL, CAROL ANN SANDERS was born February 22, 1939 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She passed away Sunday, December 15, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. Carol was born and educated in Albuquerque. She lived briefly in Illinois and California before returning to New Mexico where she worked for the State of New Mexico until she retired. She was a member of St. Paul's Methodist Church, teaching Sunday School and volunteering with communion for a number of years. A devoted volunteer for Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, she walked dogs and tended to the cats, which she loved! She volunteered at the Albuquerque Rescue Mission for 24 years. Her volunteer work also included Elder Care, where she cared for her neighbor and later when she cared daily for her mother prior to her death. She was a member of the American Irish Society. Carol traveled to Ireland several times and enjoyed Irish dancing and Jazzercise. She loved her cats, friends and family. Carol was a sweet soul and a dear friend. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret Rickey Sanders and William M Sanders. She is survived by one sister, Sandy Sanders Horton of Palm Springs, CA; as well as other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Robin and Robert Younger, Sally Price and Marcia Scott for their friendship and support of Carol. A memorial service celebrating Carol's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
↧