Carolyn Kathryn Colin

Born Carolyn Graner in Canby, Minnesota in 1937, she was the eldest of five children of the late Alfred and Mary Graner. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Dan.

Carolyn was adventurous and drawn to the sun. After graduating from St. Cloud State College in 1959, she left Minnesota for California, where she began her teaching career. It was in San Francisco that she met Dan—a match truly made in heaven—and they married in 1962.

Their dreams grew with the arrival of a son, followed by two daughters. In 1974, Carolyn embraced adventure again when Dan’s work brought their family to Hawaii. Once settled in Kailua, they never looked back, making it their lifelong home.

Carolyn devoted herself wholeheartedly to her family. She embraced being a stay-at-home mother, creating a loving home that allowed her husband and children to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals—something she considered her greatest accomplishment. In her free time, she enjoyed the company of friends, especially on the golf course. She will be deeply missed by many.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 10:45 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Church, 148 Makawao Street, Kailua, followed by her burial at Hawaiian Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Catholic Charities Hawaii, 1822 Keeaumoku Street, Honolulu, HI 96822, or online.

Carolyn is survived by her three children: Brian Colin of Winthrop, WA; Mary Stidham of Bellingham, WA; and Kathy Latham of St. Pete Beach, FL; along with her four cherished grandchildren, Malia, Ian, Lily, and Ale’a. She is also survived by her three brothers: Jim, Larry, and Ken.