Carolyn J. Stanford, 83, passed away at Samaritan Summit Village Tuesday, August 1st, where she had resided since 2014. Burial will be held at the convenience of her family. There are no public services planned at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held for her family only at the Elks Club, Bradley St., Watertown, on August 21st from 1-3 pm.
Carolyn was born in Watertown April 7, 1934, a daughter of Earl and Norma (Shawcross) Mahon. She graduated from the LaFargeville School District.
Carolyn was employed by several north country businesses, most recently Morrison’s Furniture, where she worked as a clerk and she also owned and operated a floral shop in Harlan Ct. She enjoyed singing, making cards, and being all-together “crafty”.
Surviving are her son and daughter in-law, Shawn and Joan Stanford of New Ulm, Minnesota; 4 siblings, June Corey of Watertown, Betty Bellanger of Watertown, Earl (June) Mahon of Plattsburgh, and Art (Martha) Mahon of Watertown, a granddaughter, Breanne (Tyler) Sharp. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc. Condolences may be made online at www.reedbenoit.com