CAROLYNNE GILBERT Obituary


CAROLYNNE GILBERT
October 12, 1971 ~ February 7, 2013
"Carolynne was a caring, joyful person,
full of optimism and hope.
She will be missed by everyone who knew her."

With her loving husband, Chris and adoring sons, Colby and Chanse; mother, Dianne; and brother, Michael at her side, Carolynne Gilbert took her rightful place in heaven on Feb. 7, 2013. It was eight years and five days since her first breast cancer diagnosis.
She never lost hope and never stopped fighting.
She has shown rare and amazing strength,
courage and determination.
Carolynne is survived by her husband, Chris; their two boys, Colby (17) and Chanse (14); her mother and father, Dianne and Gary Harner; her brother, Michael Pauley; father and mother-in-law, Pat and Nancy McGuire; and many more family members who were influential in her life.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 20, 2013, at the Southridge Community of Christ Church, located at 400 NE 179th St., Ridgefield, WA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to be made to: Carolynne Gilbert Memorial Fund, 507 NE 99th St. #6, Vancouver, WA 98665.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Feb. 15, 2013.
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My husband and I just learned the news of Caroynne's passing, and we are so sorry. We met Carolynne just once, while we were all taking prom pictures last year of her son Colby and our daughter Cassandra. We are so sorry that Carolynne lost her battle to breast cancer. May God offer you all comfort during the days and months ahead. I lost my mom a year ago, and understand how hard it truly is. Warmly, The Ripley Family, Mike, Chris, Cassandra and Allyse

Chris Ripley

March 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Carolynne's family during this very difficult time.

Chris Garrett

February 22, 2013

It is a very sad day here at Woodside West School where Carolynne worked with our children. She was the strongest and most determined person I know. The respect I have for her is immense as she never paused for anything including Cancer. She gave our students and her family 100% all at the same time and was a friend to all that worked with her. In my book, one could say Carolynne won her fight with Cancer because it did not stop her from truly living. Our condolences to her family and friends...

Diana Dumbadse

February 20, 2013

Carolynne's spirit and generosity was a blessing to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.

Carol Hall

February 19, 2013

my thoughts and prayers to a wonderful family, and an honor to know her.

cris gee

February 18, 2013

My thoughts and love go out to Carolynne's family and friends. I know she will be so missed.

Laura Ellsworth

February 15, 2013

Our most sincere condolences to the Gilbert family in the loss of such a special person. May your memories bring you comfort

Candise Hill

February 15, 2013

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