About This Memory Space
This page was created for Carol Ann Paff's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Carol Ann Paff's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Carol Ann Paff. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Carol Ann Paff embodied resilience and warmth throughout her 87 years, touching countless lives with her boundless kindness, fierce independence, and graceful approach to every challenge life presented.
Born on November 12, 1938, to George and Ruth (Baker) McClarren, Carol Ann grew into a woman of remarkable fortitude and generosity. She united her life with Donald Paff Sr. on November 5, 1955, sharing 55 devoted years together until his passing in 2011. Known for embracing others with open-hearted compassion, she forged enduring friendships wherever she went, leaving an indelible mark of love and strength on her world.
While specific professional pursuits are not detailed, Carol's true vocation shone through her nurturing spirit and the way she uplifted those around her with unwavering support and grace.
Photos of Carol's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Carol poured her vibrant energy into nurturing an expansive family network, creating a tapestry of connections marked by her signature strength and tender care. She raised children Donald (Cathy) Paff Jr., Sean (Larry) Jones, Derek Paff, Dane Paff, Stacy (Stanley) Jones, and Doug (Tina) Paff, while cherishing grandchildren including Carol Jean (Steve) Latham, Donald (Jon) Paff III, Kasey (Tim) Banks, and many more—up to 19 in total—along with 19 great-grandchildren such as Renny Latham, Stephen (Kacey) Latham, and Mason Ratliff. Her affection extended warmly to sister Chloe Newman, sister-in-law Debbie McClarren, and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, all of whom felt her deep, unwavering devotion.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from across Carol's circle capture a woman whose quiet power and generous heart left echoes of admiration in every shared recollection.
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