Carolyn Marie Deyo

Carolyn Marie Deyo, 69, of Chatfield, died March 23, 2014 at her home unexpectedly of natural causes. Carolyn was born February 19. 1945 to Lawrence and Hazel (Strohman) Batt. She attended school in Chatfield, later earning her GED. She married Dick Deyo on December 11, 1965 in Chatfield.

Carolyn worked in the cooking industry all of her life. For 23 years she worked as a professional cook at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. For 10 years prior to her retirement she proudly worked at the Mayo Clinic cafeteria. She enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching nature in the front and backyard. Her grandchildren and one great grandchild were the light of her life.

She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Dick, two brothers Don and Steve, one sister Mary (Denny) Jenson, son Darwin (Jody), two stepsons Kevin (Melanie), Kenny, seven grandchildren: Kacie, Devyn, Karlie, Ashley, Joshua, Marissa, McKayla, and 1 great grandchild Weston. Several nieces and nephews also survive. 2 sisters in law Delores and Rose and 1 brother in law Denny. Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, three brothers Bob, Justin, & Roger, and one sister Ada Smith.

A memorial gathering to celebrate the life of Carolyn will be held 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Thursday, March 27th , 2014 at the Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield. A family committal service will follow at the Chatfield Cemetery.