Carolyn York, 78, of Morganton, NC, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025.
Born in Burke County, NC on February 14, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Bobby Denton.
Carolyn was a member of Carswell Memorial Baptist Church. She started the Helping Hand Ministry at the church and wrote the church Christmas plays for close to 20 years. She won numerous blue ribbons at the fair for her flower gardening and food preservation abilities, and she loved to keep her yard in tip-top shape. Carolyn was also a baking master and enjoyed canning the yield of her garden. She volunteered and supported her grandchildren in 4-H.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughters, Rhonda Laney (Lee) and Sherry Tipton (Danny); grandchildren, Schyler Laney, Conner Laney, Wyatt Tipton, and Amelia Tipton Martins (Andre); great-grandson, Marshall Branch; brothers, Paul, David, and Danny Denton; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie York; brother, Wayne Denton; grandson-in-law, Jackson Branch; and an infant sister.
The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m., Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Carswell Memorial Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. in the church with Rev. Isaac Propst officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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So sorry for ur loss sherry Tipton may God comfort u in this time and we are praying for the family if u need any thing please don't hesitate to message me or call me love ya girl
Carolyn was a great lady. Met her many years ago at Carswell church. Always had a smile and loved to hear our music. She will be missed.
Rest in peace
We send our sincere condolences to Carolyn’s family. Carolyn was a loved and appreciated member of the 1965 GHHS class. We remember her as a lovely young lady who got along with everyone. May your memories of her fill your hearts with joy at this sad time. Rachel Sipe and classmates
Always loved to see you as we visited on decoration days. I loved hearing your stories and seeing our family members from your area. RIP with Ronnie. Sherri love love love you