Carol Hegarty

1938 - 2019

  • 81 years old
  • Date of birth:  July 27th, 1938
  • Place of birth:  Omaha, Nebraska, United States
  • Date of passing:  November 14th, 2019
  • Place of passing:  Former resident of San Jose
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Carol Hegarty, 81, born on July 27th, 1938 and passed away on November 14th, 2019. We will remember her forever.
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Candle lit  by William Larsen on November 17th, 2019

To my dear sister and oldest friend, undying dratitude for having you in my life. Still, deeply and always, you opened your house to me after Vietnam, and so provided a loving structure buffering that difficult transition, that may well have saved my life. You are in our hearts forever.........love, Bill and Barbara

Candle lit  by Mikey Calderon on November 17th, 2019

To my beloved grandma. You were the best grandma ive ever had and the best story teller. I will miss the car rides we had to dollar store it was so fun when we would get these toys and you would play with us. We will always miss you grandma and you will be missed love you. Love Mikey.

Candle lit  by Ellen Hegarty on November 17th, 2019

Mom, So happy to think of you in heaven tonight dining with Dad and Rich. Also at the table, I am sure, are grandma and grandpa, Katie, Earnie and Steve. How wonderful for you!  Ellen

Candle lit  by Elizabeth Grimmond on November 17th, 2019

My dear Auntie ~~ I am filled with gratitude for the time we spent together these past years. I will always remember your lively and heartfelt retelling of our family's history, the colorful stories and characters from which we all came. I also appreciate that you kept my mother alive for me, I saw her every time I looked into your pretty face. Peace on your journey!

Candle lit  by Lorna Peck on November 18th, 2019

The most generous person I ever knew; the best friend anyone could hope to have; smart, funny, loving & passionate about life. These are just a few of the things I could say about you, dearest Carol. You were responsible for one of the turning points in my life--you saved me and put me back on my faith path. I so look forward to our "joyous reunion" in Heaven. Thanks for being my friend.

Candle lit  by Anthony Milano on November 18th, 2019

Carol, my dear friend, can it be over 50 years since we met? Neighbors and partners in crime. Our kids growing and playing together, from pop warner to senior proms. You always shared yourself with everyone, and it was a treat to see you in action. Sleep well; you've earned it. I love you and miss you, Myrna

Candle lit  by Anthony Milano on November 18th, 2019

Carol,
May you enjoy a swift and gentle flight. Your friendship means everything to us, and we will miss your bright (and mischievous) smile, your wisdom and love, and....Yahtzee . There's not enough room to list everything about you that we will miss. Molto amore, Tony

Candle lit  by Doug Kercher on November 18th, 2019

May your very kind and unbiased soul rest in peace, Carol.  Thank you for being such an idelible influence on my life, starting when I was 5 yrs old and you and your family moved in next door.  I'm going to miss our May 28th (Rich's B-Day) conversations, reminiscing about Rich and the good old days, and hearing your eloquent articulations about life in general.  You'll be missed. Love you.

Candle lit  by Errick Barnes on November 20th, 2019

CH, Knowing you are at peace gives me peace. Thank you for loving me as your own and changing my life in an instant! You graciously opened up your heart and home to Derrick and I and for that I am forever indebted to you and your family. Rest easy my true friend.  I will forever love you.  Errick

Candle lit  by Kap Stann on December 3rd, 2019

Oh Carol, how I will miss you! I have treasured our friendship over the 40+ years since we met, and have looked up to you as a model of how to move through whatever life throws at you with faith and grace and laughter. Enjoy a well-earned rest - I love you. Peace, Kap

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