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Carolyn A. Franchi, 77, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on November 11, 2024.
She was born July 2, 1947 in Bronx, NY and grew up in Cresskill, NJ. She had been a resident of Vero Beach since moving from Pennsylvania in 2010.
Carolyn received her Physical Therapy degree from Columbia University in 1969. She later received her master’s degree in Health Education from Beaver/Arcadia University in 1989.
She started her career with Burke Rehab in White Plains, NY and later worked as a traveling physical therapist. While traveling, Carolyn was instrumental in the creation of physical therapy departments at numerous hospitals across the United States. She later worked home health care before working the rest of her career at Widener School in Philadelphia helping disabled children.
Carolyn retired in 2010 and relocated to Vero Beach, FL.
She had an avid interest in genealogy and travel and spent much of her time researching her family’s ancestry.
Carolyn leaves her memories to be cherished by long-time friend of 59 years, Ann Fajgier of Vero Beach; sister, Anne (Sean) McGettigan of New Jersey; niece, Erin (Matt) Burrill of New Jersey and many loving cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents, Hugo and Ann Franchi.
At the request of the family, there will be no services.
Arrangements are under the direction of Millennium Cremation Service, Vero Beach. Condolences may be shared online at www.millenniumcremationservice.com.
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Annette
November 13, 2024, 10:22 pm
Loved Carolyn. Missed our 911 dinner requests. So sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
Annette and Jimmy
Laura Luna
November 13, 2024, 10:37 pm
Carolyn was an amazing person, always so kind. My deepest condolences to Ann Frajgier. May God give you the strength you need. You were the best company Carolyn ever had up to her last days. Sending you much love as you move through these difficult times.May she rest in peace…️
Dede Snipes
November 13, 2024, 10:40 pm
I will miss Carolyn! I met Carolyn and Ann through our mutual friend, Marion. We had many good times working out at the gym and wonderful lunches and dinners! I will miss her kindness and sense of humor!❤️
Shirley Fajgier Bonner
November 13, 2024, 10:43 pm
So sorry to learn of Carolyn’s passing.
I am glad I spent some time with Carolyn in March and had a pleasant lunch with Ann. Even though she was confined to a wheelchair and needed 2 carers, Carolyn kept her sense of humor.
She will rest in peace.
Marilyn Bond
November 14, 2024, 2:02 am
It’s with sadness that I express my sympathies at the loss of sweet Carolyn. It was a gift to have been in a dinner club with her. Carolyn was always so interested in all of our lives in such a selfless way. She will be truly missed!
Dennis Bauer
November 14, 2024, 2:54 am
Condolences and prayers go out to her family and friends. She was a great genealogy research friend and volunteer at the Princeton Family History Center with Ann before they moved to Florida. Rest in Peace my friend.
Michele Levin
November 14, 2024, 2:58 am
My condolences to the family and friends of Carolyn. She was a pleasure to work with at Widener Memorial School and her kind ways and friendliness to all will continued be remembered.
Rose Capone
November 14, 2024, 2:42 pm
Carolyn was such an intelligent, educated, accomplished and caring woman who devoted much of her life to helping the disabled. But also she had a great sense of humor and was fun to be around. I will always remember all the good times we had together especially on New Years Eve! I will miss her and think of her often. Ann I’m so sorry for your loss
Louise and Allan Campbell
November 14, 2024, 4:18 pm
Along with the sadness of Carolyn’s passing came the memories of her innate kindness toward all who had the fortune of knowing her. The sharing of times spent together working, conversing, playing canasta or sharing meals are well remembered. Ann, we are very sorry for you loss.