Carol J. Slavin, 75, of Paradise Valley, passed away on November 30, 2018, after a 9-year battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her husband Francis (Buzz) Slavin, of 52 years, daughter Jacquelyn, sons Patrick and Daniel, sisters Elizabeth Ann Shelly and Jacqueline Hurst and grandchildren Grace and Max Slavin.
Carol was born in Toledo, Ohio to Charles and Jane Shelly and graduated from Perrysburg High School. She attended the University of Cincinnati earning a BS in Nursing where she was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She met her future husband at a college fraternity dance. They were married on June 25, 1966 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Perrysburg. Carol and Buzz have lived in Arizona since July, 1971 where they raised their 3 children. Carol made you feel that she loved and cared about you. She enjoyed downhill skiing and the many camping trips and time spent exploring the National Forests in the West. She especially enjoyed spending time with her many friends when not attending her children’s school and after school activities.
In lieu of flowers, Carol’s family suggests that you make a donation in her name to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States which may be found online at www.turnersyndrome.org
A Vigil will be held from 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. with prayers on Friday, December 7th, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 8th, 2018 at Our Lady of the Angels at the Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E Lincoln Drive in Paradise Valley. Directly following the Funeral Mass a hosted reception will be held at the Omni Montelucia Resort on the southeast corner of Tatum and Lincoln Drive, 4949 E Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley from 3:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. A Committal Service will take place at 10:00 A.M., Monday, December 10, 2018 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Cemetery, 23015 N Cave Creek Road in Phoenix.
Carolyn Sargent
December 5, 2018 at 9:58 amCarol and I grew up together in Perrysburg OH and my memories of her are sweet. I am sorry to hear of her passing and pray peace for family and friends who grieve her death. May God bless and keep you….
Ralph Protsik
December 5, 2018 at 10:04 amAt Perrysburg High circa 1961, Carol had it all–beauty, brains, charm, warmth. All the guys worshiped her. I think the girls did too. She was always one step ahead of me–President to my VP, Student Council chair to my #2, and I didn’t mind a bit. One of the great thrills of my senior year was escorting her at halftime of the basketball game in which she was honored as Homecoming Queen. What a doll. And she threw great parties.
Doug Noll
December 5, 2018 at 3:07 pmIt was such an honor to share the throne with her at the Basketball Coronation. Fond memories of our time together at PHS, especially our senior year. She was always pleasant and elegant. Love and sympathy to the whole family, Doug and Jane Noll
Carol A Roadcap
December 6, 2018 at 10:54 amBuzzy and family….I was so saddened to hear of Carol’s passing!! Only got to be with her a few times through the years and she was truly a lovely person…. May God Comfort and Bless you all with wonderful, warm memories of her!! With loving prayers, Carol Ann (Slavin) Roadcap , Apalachin, NY
Chris Brichler
December 6, 2018 at 4:14 pmSo sad to hear of Carol’s passing. These days will be hard. Gather love from family and friends, this will be your strength. You will cry and there will be laughter. Both are good and part of the healing process. Love to all.
Eileen Rose Brown
December 6, 2018 at 7:15 pmDear Buzz and Family. You and Carol have offered comfort, care, time an treasures of presence toward so many faithful ones seeking a way to heal. Lives were changed after a week with the two of you in Lourdes and beyond.
Carol, your angel of God, tended to a malade soon after his tripping while exiting an elevator. He fell like the proof an athlete. Yet, Carol attended to him in the tenderness of a Christian ~O~, and with the knowledge of her professional manner so well advised.
Buzz! your heart of care never altered. Yet, it changed. How honorable and devoted you remained in the endearment you showered, as ever, upon one so near and dear.
Praying for all through this time of sorrow and loss. May the Mother of God hear an Ave via your beautiful voice, and the Son always be the grace so deserved for your work on Her Son’s behalf. Holy Spirit has come into your lives…each to all.
May the souls of the faithful departed, rest in peace, and enter the realm of glory. Saint Carol, I love you.
J.C.
December 6, 2018 at 11:38 pmIn my Father’s house are many mansions: If it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. (John 14)
Glen Law
December 7, 2018 at 11:59 amBuzz. We were sad to hear about Carol passing. We want to express our sympathy and let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tish and Glen Law
Jen & Mike Reilly
December 7, 2018 at 4:57 pmBuzz & family, you have our deepest condolences and there are not enough words to describe your loss. You will remain in our thoughts & prayers. Jen & Mike Reilly
Tony & Monica Marsitto
December 9, 2018 at 12:37 pmBuzz, we were so very sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. Please know that we are holding you and your family close in our hearts during this most difficult time.
Lovingly,
Tony & Monica Marsitto
Nick Wood
December 9, 2018 at 3:32 pmBuzz, please accept Beth’s and my sincerest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
As you know, Beth is a Breast Cancer survivor so we are especially sensitive to the terrifying nature of the disease and we are so proud that Carol fought valiantly for 9 years!
She was a true hero and an inspiration to all.
Warm regards,
Nick and Beth Wood
Wanda (Stickles) Yawberg
December 10, 2018 at 2:39 pmTo the Shelly family,
Dear Ann, so sorry to read of Carols passing. It has been many years since we both lived on Locus street in Perrysburg. I moved to Grand Rapids Ohio in 1949. Carol and Jacqueline were very young. I can tell by Carols picture that she was a very loving and caring person.
A friend from long ago, Wanda (Stickles) Yawberg
Patricia Ernat
December 19, 2018 at 7:12 pmTo Jackie and Ann –
My brother Mike informed me of Carol’s passing. I am so sorry to hear this. I recall with great fondness the many memories from our childhood years in Ohio, as well as the great fun with our parents and the Mainzes and Marcineks. You have my deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Patti Lynott Ernat (now of Tonica IL)
Lars & Susan Lagerman
February 18, 2019 at 2:19 pmOur belated but sincerest condolences. Lars & Susan