Carol graduated from Raytown High School in 1963. She spent her career working for RB Jones, Alexander & Alexander, Hallier Reed, and other firms, and she continued helping others through her work throughout her life.
Carol is survived by her sons, Donald Heese Jr. and David Heese; her grandson Dustin; and her grandchildren Donnie, Chris, Rachael, Oskar, Danielle, Quinton, Alyson, Marissa, Lillie, and Drew. She is also survived by her beloved nephew and niece, Adam and Sara, as well as numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers, sisters, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Geraldine Roberts and Gerry and Joan Fox.
Carol was the centerpiece of her family, the one who held everyone together. She will be remembered with love.