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Betty Carroll Obituary

BETTY J. CARROLL
March 2, 1923 ~ March 15, 2011

Betty Jane (Wood) Carroll, 88, passed away at home in Vancouver, WA on March 15, 2011. She was born in Burlington, WA on March 2, 1923. Her parents were Elmer C. and Mary A. Wood. Her early years were spent in Quilcene, WA, later moving to Concrete, WA where she graduated from Concrete High School. She was a true native daughter of the State of Washington. Her great-grand parents homesteaded on Hood canal near the community of Coyle.
Following high school graduation she moved to Seattle to continue her education. With the onset of WWII she worked at Ft. Lewis then for the Boeing Company. Betty was one of the early "Rosie the Riveter's" working inside the wing assemblies of the B-17 bomber.
In 1945 she moved to Leavenworth, WA when her father was transferred to manage the federal salmon hatcheries in eastern Washington. It was there in 1946, she met her husband to be Dick Carroll. They were married in 1948, spending 63 years together.
They were transferred to Seattle in 1967, then to Vancouver in 1970, where they lived in the Lakeshore neighborhood.
After moving to Vancouver Betty became active in the First United Methodist Church, the Salvation Army, and many school functions.
In 1978 Betty and Dick constructed a new home in Ridgefield, where they planted an apple orchard; growing several varieties of apples. For many years Betty handled the grading and packing of the apple crop. In 2005 they moved off of the farm to a new home north of Salmon Creek.
Betty was a skilled, self-taught seamstress. She especially enjoyed quilting and dress making. The handmade quilts and dresses she made for her children and grandchildren were lovingly appreciated. She had the opportunity to travel worldwide where she accumulated many yards and meters of various fabrics for her craft work. She shared much of her collection with friends. Recently Betty renewed her interest in knitting which she was able to do even with limited mobility.
Health conditions in recent years prevented her from traveling outside of the local area, but she enjoyed recounting the pleasant times while looking at pictures of the many places they visited.
Betty is survived by her husband, Dick; six children, Judy Sunshine, Joan Bernard (Theron), Eugene, Jo Meints (Thomas), James Carroll (Ginny) and J. Bart Carroll (Kathy); her brother, Kenneth Wood (Delta); and sister-in-law, Carol Wood. She is the proud grandmother of 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mary Wood; and her brother, Richard Wood.
A life celebration memorial service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, Vancouver at 2:00 p.m., Sat., March 19, 2011.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southwest Washington Medical Center Foundation, the Methodist Church Foundation, or charity of choice.
The family extends special thanks to SWMC and the physicians and staff that provided the compassionate and loving care for so many years.
Please sign Betty's guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Mar. 18, 2011.
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Dear Dick and Family, I send my condolences. Betty will be greatly missed. Dr. Calvin Clark

Calvin Clark

March 26, 2011

To the Carroll Family: I worked for the Washington State Dept. of Natural Resources and would occassionally see Dick. We lived in the Hazel Dell area and my son, Dan, and Jim went to Columbia River High School. May your memories comfort you. Ken Herman

Kenneth Herman

March 21, 2011

Dick and family, So sorry to hear about Betty. I was out of town so missed the service. Betty loved comparing notes on things the kids all did at Columbia River. Love Gwyn

Gwynette Vollmer

March 21, 2011

To the Carroll Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Through this difficult time may you find comfort in honoring Betty and her life. I remember her as a warm, friendly kind-hearted women. What a gift to had have her in your life....what a precious part of your memories she will always be.
Our sincere condolences. Mark and Maureen

Maureen Taylor

March 20, 2011

I am so sorry to hear this. Betty was a great neighbor in Hazel Dell and Ridgefield. I remember many great times visiting with her and Dick and planting their apples....right in the middle of a good hay field! She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all. Candy (Haines) Power

Candy Power

March 19, 2011

Betty was a great friend and neighbor. My sincere condolences to Dick. Best regards always, Bruce Gordon

March 18, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dick and the family. We're thinking of you during this difficult time. Bruce & Donna Cross, Allen, TX.

Bruce Cross

March 18, 2011

I knew Mrs. Carroll through Jim one of best friends when we grew as teens she always made me feel like family. Actually the whole Carroll family was that way to me. But Betty had a way of making one feel special. It has been many years since I have seen her, but I have run in to Mr. Carroll many times and heard about her being ill. My deep condolences go to the entire Carroll family having lost such a wonderful person in their life. My heart goes out to you all.

Sincerely,
Steven K. Thorgrimsen

Steven Thorgrimsen

March 18, 2011

We are sad at Betty's passing and hold all of you in our hearts and prayers. We were all blessed by Betty's legacy of strength, joy, and kindness to all of her family and friends in Washington and Texas.
Peace be upon you.
Linda and Christi Carroll-DeWitt

Linda DeWitt

March 18, 2011

Dear Dick and family.I am so sorry to hear of Betty`s passing. My prayers are with all of you. Betty was a special person and I loved her and will always love her like a sister. She had a long struggle through out life with her illness. She was lucky to have the support of her loving family.May she rest in peace.

Bennie Carroll

March 18, 2011

What wonderful memories will cherish of the times we spent together with truly a sweet, funny and kind Aunt Betty. Though our visits seemed quick and brief, our time was filled with family love and bonding. Our Lord has a new angel with him to watch over us and he is in great company. Our deepest condolences to our family we share in your sorrow but can hope to rejoice in her new home.

Bart, Karla, Sam, Les, Sarah, Andrew, Aidan, Keegan, Karlie, Katie and Kelly Carroll

March 18, 2011

Dick and family,

I am so sorry to hear of Betty's passing. I pray for the family's comfort during this time. She was a nice woman who loved her family.

Gerry & Faye Edwards

March 18, 2011

My condolences to Dick and the family. What a great partnership for the 63 year run that it was.
Mike & Darlene Merrill

March 18, 2011

Although we have known Betty for over 25 years, we were only privileged to be around her a few times. But, in those few occasions we recognized that she was such a dear and fun lady. We will remember her that way.
We send our sympathy to her family and especially to our daughter-in-law, our son and our grandchildren, Mike and Chelsea.
Marvin and Billie Meints

March 18, 2011

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