Carole Grace Arini

Carole Grace Arini, 84, of Leesburg, FL, passed away December 28, 2020 in Lake County, FL. She was born in Logan, WV on September 23, 1936, and graduated from Man High School in Man, WV. She married Bennie Arini on June 25, 1988, and they enjoyed their years together until his passing in 2010. She formerly co-owned and administered a business engaging in the construction of municipal and roadway projects in WV. She enthusiastically attended Bible study, had a love for golf, enjoyed traveling the country, and cherished her time with family. She actively participated for years as a leader in Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts, and she sponsored youth golfing competitions. She had a deep passion for music, beautifully playing piano and organ for churches, choirs, and quartets.

She is survived by her children Pamela Thompson, Karen Haynes, and Michael Lester; stepdaughter Maria Benny; grandchildren Nikki Erwin, Christopher Haynes, Gracie Torres, Bowen Lester, Tyler Benny, and Kaitlyn Benny; along with other grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A celebration of life service will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home in Gotha, FL, on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.