NEW PALESTINE
Carol J. York, 89, passed peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on September 6th. She was born at home in Indianapolis to parents Ernest and Thora (Colvin) Reno on November 17, 1931. Carol married the love of her life, Eugene York, on April 2, 1954. Gene passed away on July 24, 2002. They were blessed to share 48 wonderful years together. Carol was a homemaker, business owner, and gardener throughout her life. She owned and operated The Teller’s Cage, an antique store, in Lyons, Indiana for many years. Additionally, she assisted her husband in the operation of his excavating business, E.R. York, Inc. Carol was a lovely, social woman. She adored her children and was always involved in their activities while they were growing up. She was active in her women’s group at the New Palestine United Methodist Church. She was a longtime member of the Lyons Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. Carol loved to garden and her yard was always full of beautiful flowers and foliage. She enjoyed feeding and watching the birds and other creatures who visited her lovely yard. Carol was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and animal lover. She is survived by her sons Doug Johnson and Scott (Sheila) York; step-son Dr. Ron (the late Carol) York; daughters Sandra (Doug) Stohry and Sara (William Stevenson) Cook. She is also survived by her sister Shirley (the late Hubert) Heidenreich; 10 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; many cousins and friends.In addition to her parents and husband, Eugene, she is preceded in death by her son, Randy Johnson; siblings Barbara (the late Roy) Montgomery, Ernest (surviving Patricia) Reno, and Dennis Reno; many beloved pets, including her loyal Westie, Luke.Carol’s visitation will be Monday, September 13th. at the New Palestine United Methodist Church from 9am-11am. Her funeral service will begin at 11am. She will be laid to rest at Prairie Chapel Cemetery in Lyons, Indiana at 4 pm. The family would like to express their gratitude to the many doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals who provided so many loving services to our mother. She has truly been blessed by all who have surrounded and loved her throughout her lifetime. She will be greatly missed.In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to charities that were special to her heart: The National WWII Museum, New Orleans or Boys Town Organization.
