The Life of Carol Marie Stanton
Carol Marie Stanton, 64, of Fleetwood, PA, passed away in her home on Monday, June 10, 2019. Carol was one of five children born to the late Paul and Charlotte (Rockefeller) Stanton on March 19, 1955 in Wyomissing, PA. She attended Holy Guardian Angels Parish, Laureldale.
Carol graduated from Holy Name High School and attended the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She had a successful career as a realtor for over two decades. She then returned to school and earned her LPN. Working as a nurse, she had the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of her patients.
Carol had a fun and vivacious spirit. She was an avid runner and yogi and introduced her children to a sport that has shaped their lifestyles: skiing. She loved animals, being outside and had quite the green thumb, especially for her beloved orchid plants. Carol had a kind heart and will be remembered as the fun-loving, dynamic and caring woman that she was - qualities so obvious to everyone around her.
Later in life, Carol battled with severe clinical depression. Speaking openly is a way for our family to heal and raise awareness about the realities and pervasiveness of mental health issues and to provide hope and support for those who are suffering.
She is survived by her daughter, Heather Unruh, Park City, Utah and son, Paul Unruh, Henderson, Nevada. Also surviving are her three sisters Dr. Elizabeth Stanton, Breinigsville; Anne Gerber, Coopersburg; and Elaine Stanton, Galen Hall; her sister-in-law, Nancy (Lutz) Stanton, Lobachsville; her niece, Miranda Stanton, King of Prussia; and the father of her two children, John Unruh, Bluefield West Virginia. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, William Stanton; her niece, Lauren Stanton; and step-father, Joe Ruyak.
A memorial service to celebrate Carol’s life will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. in Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown, PA. A visitation with her family will begin at 2:30 p.m. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please help us break the destructive silence and stigma surrounding mental illness by making a donation in Carol’s name to the National Institute of Mental Health Gift Fund, 6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 6229A, MSC 9655, Bethesda, MD 20892-9655.
Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., Kutztown, PA is in charge of the arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.Ludwickfh.com.
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2019.06.13
Blast From The Past
I knew Carol well while in High school, we worked together at Baker’s Shoes. We traveled together around the Great Lakes on a trip that started with Loggins & Messina in Montreal and finished with Stevie Wonder at the D.C. Capital Center. We drifted apart for many years, then when my 20th reunion came around (class of ‘72), I asked my wife if I could have a date for the reunion! I found Carol’s mom in the directory and got Carol’s number. I introduced myself as a “Blast from the past” and after 12 (maybe 15 years) she immediately said “Butch!”
So, with my wife’s permission, Carol was my date for my 20th and 25th class reunion.
The last I saw her was at my fathers 85th birthday party (September 2009.) She met my wife and kids and my extended family. Everyone loved her and we had a wonderful time.
I’m a happily married man for 37 years and I can honestly say, that I’ve Loved Carol most of her life and will continue to love her the rest of my life.
Godspeed Dear Lady! You will be missed.
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2019.06.15
I Smile...
I knew Carol for many years having worked with her in the Real Estate business. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. I smiled every time I saw her and I'll continue to smile every time I think of her. My deepest condolences>
2019.06.17
Kind
My deepest condolences, I've met her a number of times and she was very kind. I'm saddened by this news of her passing.