Carolyn Marie Britton

Carolyn Marie Britton, age 91, of DeMotte, IN, formally of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully due to complications from a stroke on Monday, September 1, 2025, in the nursing home surrounded by family members.

Carolyn was born to Frank Holzman and Caroline (Paul) Holzman on January 23, 1934, in Chicago, IL.

She is preceded in death by Robert, her loving husband of 70 years; her parents, Frank and Caroline; her stepfather, Albert Fleming; her brothers, Albert, Allen, and George Fleming; her sister-in-law, Lois Fleming; daughters, Kathleen Whitted and Theresa Love; son, Edward; sons-in-law, Timothy, Tangerman and Mark Orban; and granddaughter, Amy Greene.

Carolyn is survived by her sisters, Jean Drinski and Pat Flatt; brothers, Andrew (Linda) Fleming, and Chuck (Randi) Fleming; children, Diana Britton, of DeMotte, Jack (late Kathleen) Whitted of Texas, Trish (late Edward) Britton of Knox, Linda (late Mark) Orban of Highland, Gary (late Theresa) Love of Florida, Tim Britton (Tammy) of Florida, Donna Saddler of Florida, Mary Tangerman of Schneider, Glen (Kerri) Britton of Lowell; and son-in-law, Carl Saddler of Florida; grandchildren, Jan Orban, Tamara (James) Bozoglou nee Whitted, Jack Alan Whitted, Krystal (Chuck) Kouder nee Britton, Keith (Stephanie) Orban, Scott (Alea) Britton, Erika (Jason) Novina nee Britton, Neil (Delana) Orban, Myles (Brittney) Saddler, Kyle (Chelsea) Whitted, Christopher (Melissa) Orban, Melody (Jesse Groulx) Britton, Shane Saddler, Joshua Love, Brittaney (Troy) Reutebuch nee Tangerman, Johnathon Britton, Rachel Noonan nee Love, Jamie (Luis Lopez) Saddler, Tyler Britton, Matthew (Taryn) Tangerman, Cameron Britton, Caden Britton, and Tanner Flanagan; 27 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Carolyn was raised in Cedar Lake, IN. She completed 8th grade, then left school to help her mother raise her brothers and sisters. She enjoyed playing softball and it was during one of her games that she met Robert Britton, Jr., who would later become her husband. She didn’t realize that the foul ball she hit, which shattered Robert’s windshield, would be the beginning of the greatest love story of her life. Carolyn and Robert were married in Alcorn, Mississippi on July 25, 1952. While raising nine children, Carolyn always supported Robert with his endeavors, such as building their first home, and numerous houses after that, as well as tending to their farm animals. She was a hardworking homemaker and stay-at-home mom who was dedicated to her family. Carolyn was generous with her time and would lend a hand to anyone who needed it. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Everyone who knew her knew they were welcome in her home anytime. If her smile didn’t touch your heart, she would reach it through your stomach, as she was an amazing cook. Carolyn was an avid Bunco player, and always looked forward to the monthly Bunco Club get-togethers. She even taught many of her grandchildren how to play the game. At the age of 60, Carolyn decided to get her first driver’s license, an accomplishment that her whole family was proud of. Carolyn enjoyed spending the winter months in Florida, so she and her husband could escape the harsh Indiana weather and visit some of their children and their families. She was an amazing woman who will be dearly missed and will remain in the hearts of everyone who knew her.

A Public Visitation for Carolyn will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN 46307. Additional time to visit with the family will be on Monday, September 15, 2025, from 11:00 am until the beginning of the funeral at 12:00 pm. Dr. Dennis Olsen, and D. Min. Pastor Char Olsen will be officiating. Burial to follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, in the Garden of Lake, 8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN 46307.

In lieu of flowers, contributions toward the headstone for Carolyn and Robert would be deeply appreciated.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapelLawnFunerals.com for the Britton family.