Carole Pfeiffer Parish
September 03, 1922 - February 02, 2014
Obituary
MADISON/WAUNAKEE – Carole “Pink” Pfeiffer Parish, age 91, died peacefully at Meriter Hospital on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, with her family by her side, after a brief illness. Born on Sept. 3, 1922, to Andrew and Anna Thompson, Carole was raised in Lodi. She married Carl Pfeiffer in 1943 and he predeceased her in 1976. She married Frank Parish on Nov. 15, 1980. Carole’s family was her priority and she loved spending time through the years with them all. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Carole was a wonderful cook and added butter to everything she made! She was a loving wife to Frank; a caring mother to Nancy (Terry) Bontly, Cathy (Ken) Knudson and Mary (Norb Lawinger) Alt; a special grandmother to Amy (Doug) Wulz, Scott (Stacy) Knudson, Jeff (Jessica) Knudson, Aaron Alt and Tony (Lindsay) Alt; and a proud great-grandmother to eight. Carole is further survived by three step-grandchildren, Beth (Jeff) Marshall, Lisa (Dave) Duecker, Laura (Brian) Woodland; seven step-great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Frances Thompson; many nieces and nephews; and best friend for 85 years, Betty Barbian. Besides Carl, she was predeceased by her mother; dad; and two brothers, Vick and Jim. At mom’s request, a private family service will be held. Special thanks to mom’s favorite granddaughter, Amy, for her loving care and also the staff at Meriter ICU and the staff at Sylvan Crossing though the last few years. If you’d like to remember our mom in some way, please do something nice for someone in need today. “We’ll miss you mom.” Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Jan McMullen
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My deepest sympathy to the Pfieffer Parish family. I will always remember the days on Sussex Lane . I would come home from school and my mom would be at Carole's house. They would be sipping beer and telling jokes. I loved the way Pinkie laughed. I will never forget those days. Rest in peace Carole and now your with Bud. I am sure you celebrated his birthday in fine style. Your neighborhood friend. Jan Hanson McMullen
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Barbara Storm DiSalvo
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Sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. She was a special lady.
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Marcie (Paulson) Minter
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We were so sorry to hear of Carole"s passing. It's interesting that mom has been asking and wondering about her these past weeks, and sends her sympathies too. I'll always remember her giggle and how she always had her makeup and jewelry on. She was a sweet lady.
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Marcie
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Also remember how she loved her "foo foo".
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Carol Smestad
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Dear Cathy, I will always remember your mom as a charming and cheerful lady. I loved that she always dressed up, wore heels, and looked so spiffy! She was fun to be around, and I know she will be greatly missed by her family...love to you all. Carol and Rich Smestad
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Shannon Barry
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What a beautiful obituary for a truly beautiful woman. She was such an incredibly gracious and kind soul. So honored to have known her. May you all find comfort and peace during this difficult time. Please know I am holding you all in my heart.