
She was born and raised in Fincastle. Carolyn graduated from Lord Botetourt High School (1962) and Lewis Gale Hospital School of Nursing. She practiced as a registered nurse for 57 years and was known for her love and compassion for others.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Helen Light; her brother, Thomas Light; and an infant daughter, Helen Virginia Morris.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, William Edward Morris; their daughters, Karen Murray (Paul) and Kathy James (David); grandchildren, Katelyn James, Sara Paige Murray, Jackson Murray, and Seth James. Carolyn is also survived by her sisters-in-law; as well as many nieces and nephews. She will be affectionately remembered by all whose lives she touched.
Carolyn loved being a part of a faithful community where she was an active member in her church. Over the years, she served in numerous roles to include: children’s choir director, youth leader, Sunday school teacher, and adult choir member.
In celebration of a remarkable life, a graveside service is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 at Windsor Gardens Cemetery, Dutton, with a reception to follow at Salem United Methodist Church, Mathews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at http://www.cff.org or 4550 Montgomery Ave., Ste. 1100 N, Bethesda, MD 20814.
Faulkner Funeral Homes, Foster-Faulkner Chapel, Mathews is assisting the family.