She was a retired elementary school teacher, employed at various Unit 5 District schools in Normal for over 40 years. She was a volunteer in numerous organizations, including the Hartsburg-Emden Alumni Association, in which she was heavily involved for many years, serving as corresponding secretary and in other capacities. She also actively volunteered at the McLean County Museum of History. She regularly gathered with her 1962 graduation classmates, and enjoyed every minute of it.
Carole was born in Lincoln on August 20, 1944, the daughter of Robert E. and Frances Metz. She attended Hartsburg-Emden schools and graduated from Illinois State University in Bloomington.
She is survived by sons Kevin (Gwen) Knipp, Bloomington and Kory (Amanda) Knipp in Nashville, Tennessee; Brothers Robert S. (Bob) Metz of rural Lincoln; Gary, Tucson, Arizona; and sister Susan Coe, Round Rock, Texas; an Aunt Barbara Radcliffe of Lincoln; 4 Grandchildren; and numerous cousins and nephews residing in Central Illinois.
Cremation rights have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, November 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Vrooman Mansion in Bloomington.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carole's name to the McLean County Museum of History, 200 North Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701.
A special Thank You to cousin Paula (Radcliffe) Fisher for her love and support over the past many months.
