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Carol Louise Eakins, age 82, of Vero Beach, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital following a brief illness.
Carol was born January 15, 1940, in New Eagle, Pennsylvania to parents, Vincent A. and Margaret J. Fields Eckels.
She was of a “Class of 1958” graduate of Monongahela High School, Monongahela, PA.
Carol, of Christian faith, worked as a cook and retired in the early 1990’s from the infamous St. Anne’s Convent, of Melbourne, Kentucky, where memorable scenes from the movie “Rain Man” were shot in May of 1988. Carol always enjoyed sharing this bit of trivia with folks she met.
She moved to Vero Beach in 2009, coming from Newport, Kentucky.
Carol is survived by her sister, Peggy Ward; nephew, Billy Klingensmith, niece, Arhonda T. Guinn; and numerous nephews, great nephews, and nieces of Washington, PA.
Carol was predeceased by her parents and her brother, Charles E. Eckels.
Private services will be held at a later date in Pittsburgh, PA.
Memorial contributions in Carol’s name may be made to Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County, 6230 77th St, Vero Beach, FL 32967 or https://www.hsvb.org/
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
© 2024 Lowther Funeral Home. All Rights Reserved.
Donna Brooks
July 15, 2022, 8:42 pm
My prayers for you and family
Sharom Bracci - Bestie
July 15, 2022, 8:47 pm
So very sorry for the loss of your Sister Carol. I know you will miss her so much . Prayers for you Peggy and the family.Love you Bestie
Carol Miles - Friend
July 15, 2022, 9:17 pm
So sorry Peggy my heart and prayers go out to you and the family
Sue Denike - Friend
July 15, 2022, 11:31 pm
Sorry Peggy for your loss my prayers are for you and family.
Sheryl Walker - friend
July 16, 2022, 1:45 am
Peggy, Billy and Arhonda: I am so very sorry for your loss. Each of you are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve this huge loss.
Duane & Linda-Cox Peters - Cousin
July 16, 2022, 3:59 am
Very sorry she passed without the reunion you were hoping. It would have been great for all the cousins to have the reunion in Vero Beach. Wish it would have happened. Time doesn’t wait. Linda and my sincere condolences Peggy. RIP Carol.
Vicki Fields Drown - Cousin
July 16, 2022, 3:33 pm
Peggy and family, I am so sorry that Carol has passed away. Hoping that you find peace and comfort in knowing that she is with so many of our family that is now resting in heaven with our Lord. I still would love to eventually get together with you all. We just have to make it happen! xo
Terri Hinzman
July 16, 2022, 9:29 pm
So very sorry for the loss of your sister. May your memories of her help you get through this tough time. Prayers for you and her family and friends
Joy Kennedy - Friend
July 16, 2022, 10:02 pm
Dearest Peggy, I’m so sorry for the loss of your sister! My prayers are with you and all your family for peace and comfort!!
Jean Bishop - Friend
July 17, 2022, 1:40 am
So sorry Peggy, losing your sister is always hard. Praying for you and know that you have precious memories to give you peace.
Lenore Owle - Friend
July 17, 2022, 11:32 am
My heart ❤️ & Prayers goes out to you Peggy. Love you dearly.
Tom and Patti Colvin - Friends
July 19, 2022, 2:53 pm
Our prayers, compassion,and condolences go out to our friend Peggy. Sending out our ❤️
Valerie Pollock - Family
July 20, 2022, 12:08 pm
Our prayers go out to you Aunt Peggy and the family. We love ❤️ you and if you need anything please let us know. Love Harold and Val ❤️
Linda Milam - Friend
July 24, 2022, 9:14 pm
I am so sorry for your separation from Carol but with great assurance I know you will see her again! Love you Peggy! Linda Holton Milam ❤️❤️