Carol Ann DeBruyn (Auntie “C”) was a devoted daughter, caring sister, and loyal friend. She left this world suddenly on December 23rd, 2021 at the age of 58, in her home in Hudson, Florida.
She was born to Tom and Sherrill DeBruyn on April 5, 1963. After graduating high school at CCHS in Palos Heights, IL., Carol chased her dreams to live a full and vibrant life in Denver, Colorado, and Los Angeles, California.
Carol Loved spending time with family and friends and adored her many fury friends throughout her life. Carol had a heart like no other, and she never missed sending a heartfelt card to a loved one or friend for their birthday or other celebration. She took the opportunities to enjoy all that life had to offer.
She is survived by her parents Tom and Sherrill DeBruyn, older sister Lynn Swanson and brother in law Tom Swanson, younger brother Ron DeBruyn and sister in law Lisa DeBruyn, nieces Hannah and Emma DeBruyn, and nephew Matt Swanson.
Carol’s life will be honored in a “Celebration of life” gathering on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at her home in Hudson, Florida.
Jacki Olson
January 1, 2022, 12:06 am
Carol was such a loving friend of the family. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was such a bright light and her presence will be missed dearly.
Carol Smith
January 1, 2022, 12:37 am
My life was touched by this kind, lovely hard working daughter, sister, friend. I’m sorry for your loss. RIP.
Sharon Stone (Heemstra)
January 1, 2022, 5:12 am
I’m sorry to hear of Carol’s passing.
She was a loving and wonderful woman and I was glad we were in contact again.
May your memories of her console you throughout your grief.
Lisa DeBruyn
January 1, 2022, 1:57 pm
I didn’t know you very long but once I met you that was all it took. You were not only my sister in-law but you became a great friend. I loved talking to you either on the phone or in text. Life won’t be the same without you. I know you are in a better place. Rest in peace till we meet again. Love you and miss you….
Susan Lentfer Sipich
January 1, 2022, 2:17 pm
My heart felt condolences to the family. Carol and I were very good friends in Junior High School. I have many good memories of the times we spent together.
Kim Hooker
January 3, 2022, 12:48 am
My heart breaks hearing about Carol. She and I were the best of friends all through high school!!!! Some of the best memories I have, are of her and I together. Thanks Carol for all the good times. You will always carry a special place in my heart!!
Gina
January 3, 2022, 3:32 pm
Carol was one in a million, she was the most kind & generous friend . She was always there to listen & help in any way..
I am missing her so much!
It must be God’s plan to take the very Special ones early to avoid all the pain this life holds for us, this is the only way I can make sense of things .
Rest In Peace Carol
Hil Moyers
January 3, 2022, 8:18 pm
Carol and I were friends/neighbors in Venice Beach. I have such fond and fun memories. Rest in Paradise Carol💕
Tom Rombouts
December 31, 2024, 7:47 am
Oh my gosh, I am guessing Carol worked for the Ashton-Tate software company in the Los Angeles area for a few years around 1990. I did not know her that well but saw her almost every day as I walked past her desk on my way to the testing area on the second floor. I would usually say hi if she was not busy or on the phone. Carol was one of the most memorable women in the entire building, and she was always nice and pleasant to me.
I guess I would have never seen her again, but learning of her passing still makes me very sad. Later in the 1990’s I sometimes wondered whatever happened to her.
My condolences and sympathy to her family members and friends.
Tom Rombouts
El Segundo, California