Carol Berdella Powers
July 31, 1931 - January 18, 2019
Obituary
MADISON - Carol B. Powers, age 87, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019. She was born on July 31, 1931, in Madison, the daughter of Burnell and Clara Skuldt.
Carol graduated from East High School in 1950. On Sept. 22, 1956, she married Ralph Powers. Carol worked as an Avon representative for 30 years and loved all the customers that she had met. She was also a waitress at Bud's House of Sandwiches for more than 20 years.
Throughout her life, Carol adored nature. She was an avid gardener and had a green thumb that was unrivaled. Carol was very passionate about her house and her yard, and everything had to be just right. She loved each of the pets that she had over the years, and they always loved her back just as much. Carol enjoyed spending time with her family and friends at family get-togethers, and she knew how to liven up any room. Everyone adored her social nature. Carol liked to latch hook and could knit like no one’s business. She was an avid Bingo player at the VFW on Cottage Grove Road. Her kindness and contagious smile will be missed dearly.
Carol is survived by her son, Corry; friend, Chuck McConnell; nieces, Linda (Bob) Hahn, Denise Skuldt and Debbie Hall; nephew, Kenny; and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; parents; brothers, Sylvan, Raymond and Laverne; and nephew, Larry Skuldt.
A graveside service will be held at FOREST HILL CEMETERY, 1 Speedway Rd, Madison, at 1 p.m. on Friday Jan. 25, 2019.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
608-221-5420
Events
Graveside
Fri Jan 25, 2019 @ 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Forest Hill Cemetery (Madison) • 1 Speedway Road, Madison, WI null
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Janet Metzger
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Carol was a wonderful lady and a tremendous Avon Rep!
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Corry Powers
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Mom I Will Miss You Very Much I Had So Mean Good Times With You And Love You Very Much I Wish I Could Of Talk To You Before You Had To Go But The Time I Had With You Was Good Times I now You Wear in Pain All The Time But Now You Will Be Happy With The Ones You Missed like your mom and dad and dad two say hi to them all and I will see you all later in time. Love Always Corry
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Connie Biwersi
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Carol was a wonderful Sister-in-law who always had a kind word. She lost her husband (my brother, Ralph) in May, 2017 . Her devoted son, Corry cared for her after Ralph's passing. She was a very sucessful Avon Representative . Carol we will all miss you but are comforted in knowing you are with Ralph and all your other loved ones. Your pain is gone now. Bless you dear friend. Connie Biwersi
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I worked with Carol at East Towne Mall during a number of Christmas seasons. She was always a joy to be with and will be missed. My sympathy to her family.
Sue Simon
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Donna Mather
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My sympathy to Corry and Carol's friends. Carol and I worked together in the Customer Service Center at East Towne Mall. She was always upbeat and fun. I have happy memories of her. I know she is at peace and reunited with her loved ones.
Donna Mather
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Corry: our sympathy to you on the loss of you mother. She was a warm, friendly lady. She & your family have been our neighbors for many years, Carol & I use to play bingo together, bowled on the same team for years & worked at East Towne mall together. She was sick for some time, but is now well & with your dad. Our sympathy to you & her friends.
John & Judy Kompsie