Lona was born July 25th, 1961 in Fort Collins, CO, where her parents Ramona and Bill Carter raised her. She graduated cytology school in 1982 and practiced her profession until her illness robbed her of her capabilities April 1st, 2020. She worked at Penrose St Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs for over 30 years. She was given the blessing of raising one daughter, Adrienne, whom was her greatest sunshine.
Lona had a passion for the outdoors and the many blessings God gave her through nature. She loved camping, hiking, and fishing. She was blessed with a green thumb and used her gift to nurture a beautiful yard and many beautiful houseplants. Her skill was admired by many. Her favorite place in the world was outside. Lona was well known for her constant smile and upbeat personality. She was quick to love, quick to laugh, quick to forgive, always with wit and a great sense of humor.
Lona was preceded in death by her parents, Ramona and Bill Carter. She is survived by her daughter Adrienne Wilkinsin. She is also survived by her twin sister Mona Mewbourn as well as sisters Anna Novotny, Vada (Jesse Rocha), Gail (Bill Perry)and Jacki Lockwood and one brother Charles Carter. Lona was THE favorite aunt of her many surviving nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held October 21st at 11am at Rocky Mountain Calvary Church in Colorado Springs located at 4285 N Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO. Following the service, Lona will be buried at Resthaven Memory Gardens located at 8426 US-287, Ft. Collins, CO.
Flowers may be sent to the church or donations made to the Colorado Parks Foundation in lieu of flowers.
