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Carolyn Kaple Obituary
Jun 13, 1938 - Nov 14, 2024
New Washington
Carolyn Anne Kaple, 86, of New Washington, passed away surrounded by family at Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, after a battle with illness. She was born June 13, 1938, in New Washington to the late Alfred Karl and Elizabeth Ryman.
Carolyn loved singing and frequently performed at local weddings. She even appeared on the Gene Carroll show in Cleveland as a teenager. As an adult, she led musical performances to raise money for St. Bernard's school and was a dedicated member of the Buckeye Central School Board for decades. She was a graduate of Providence Nursing School and worked for Drs. Kenny & Barth in New Washington for many years. She also served as the head administrative nurse at Shelby Hospital and Mansfield General Hospital.
In 1959, she married Bernard "Bud" Kaple, with whom she raised two sons, Jeff and Scott. She always remained close to her sisters, who enjoyed regular lunch dates. She loved taking her five grandchildren to restaurants and never missed a concert, play, or recital. Her deep love for family was plain to all who knew her.
Carolyn is survived by her two sons, Dr. Scott (Karen) Kaple of Norwalk and Jeff Kaple (Amy Szymkowiak) of Mansfield; five grandchildren, Michael Kaple, Elizabeth Kaple (Zebulon Wimsatt), Patrick (Marlea) Kaple, Jack Kaple and Anna Grace Kaple; two sisters, Sharon (Dale) Scheid and Debbie (Jim) Sheppers; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Suzanne (Ben) Lash, Jan Frazee and David "Demps" (Heather) Kaple; and several nieces and nephews.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her mother, Betty (Stan) Ryman; father, Alfred (Agnes) Karl; husband, Bud Kaple, in 1987; and sisters, Diane Boehler and Mary Jo Wilken.
Family and friends may visit from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, at Secor Funeral Home in New Washington. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in New Washington, with the Rev. Valerian Lawara and the Rev. Frank Kehres officiating. Burial will follow at St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery, New Washington.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Bernard Catholic Church.
Online condolences can be left for the family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Barb Roberts
November 28, 2024
So sorry to here about your mom, I went to visit her with my mom and they told me she passed, my prayers are with you and your family
David McConoughey
November 26, 2024
Dear Kaple family, so very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace, and may you know the comfort that only our Lord can provide. I pray that you´re able to remember the good times during this holiday season to help sustain you through your loss.
Thank you, Dr. Kaple, for being such an incredible example for me. We need more people like you in this world.
God bless you all.
Sincerely,
David McConoughey
farid said
November 19, 2024
our prayers to all the Kaple family and specially to Dr Scott Kaple ,may his mother rest in peace and in heaven , all our love Farid and Rosie Said.
Carol Kehres
November 17, 2024
Scott and Jeff, Thinking of both of you at this sad time. With sympathy, Terry and Carol Kehres
Laura Tanigawa
November 16, 2024
Dr. Kaple, Debbie and family,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. God´s blessings to you at this most difficult time.
Ober & Laura T.
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