FARNEY, Carol, Age 81, passed away October 22, 2019
She is survived by sons Mike (Dee), Terry (Christine), Danny (Patti), David (Jenny), 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. In addition, Carol leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
She resided in Long Beach, CA with husband Bob of El Paso, IL since 1958, who preceded her in death. Carol was raised in Gridley, IL the daughter of Leo and Mildred Kearney. The youngest of five children she was preceded in death by brothers Jack, Bob, Terry and Tom.
Carol was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt. She was a devout Catholic involved with St. Cornelius school and church her entire adult life. Carol’s motherhood consisted predominantly of juggling attendance at her four sons sporting events for over 25 years and then continuing her participation in her grandchildren’s events. She was a fanatical sports fan especially when it came to her beloved California Angels and Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Carol was very involved in hobbies such as playing cards, bowling, book club, bunko, casino trips and serving others at every opportunity. Being a long-term member of St. Cornelius parish most of these activities were with many close friends that she had built over the years. She was very active with the St. Cornelius People for Others organization.
With the above said, it was Carol’s request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. Cornelius People for Others, 5500 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach, CA 90808.
Carol’s final wish for her funeral and celebration of life is that it be a casual event. Her only stipulation was no shorts and flip flops (which we believe is directed at her four sons).
Visitation will be Monday, October 28 from 5-7pm with a 7pm vigil service at Luyben-Dilday mortuary in Long Beach. Funeral service will be Tuesday, October 28, 10am at St. Cornelius Catholic Church in Long Beach, followed by burial at All-Souls cemetery in Long Beach and a Celebration of Life event at the El Dorado Park Golf Course from 1-5pm, buffet lunch will be served.
Luyben Dilday Mortuary
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