Carole A. Hartling

Born in Troy, New York on September 2, 1934, Carole graduated from Lansingburgh High School and soon embarked on a career in the airline industry. It was during this time she met her late husband, George H. Hartling. Their shared love of travel took them to many cities and states across the country before they eventually settled in Marblehead, Massachusetts, in 1960. There they raised their three daughters: Erin Seymour (Will) of Sandwich, MA; Susan Hartling of Los Angeles, CA; and Leah Feingold (Judd) of Marblehead, MA.

Carole was deeply involved in her community. In her early years in Marblehead, she generously volunteered her time an energy with several local organizations, including My Brother’s Table, The Harbor Women’s Club, Catholic Services, and the Abbot Public Library. Through her work with Catholic Services, she played a meaningful role in helping relocate international families to Marblehead and surrounding towns.

Her professional life was as vibrant and engaging as she was. Carole began working as a tour guide at the House of the Seven Gables in Salem, where her natural talent for storytelling and her passion for history came to life. She later continued her work independently, offering historical tours across the North Shore for several prominent tour companies. Her dedication and love for sharing stories of the past continued until her retirement in 2022.

Carole is survived by her brother, Joseph Cunningham (Judy) of Troy, NY; her three daughters; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Her warmth, intellect, and adventurous spirit will be missed deeply by all who knew her.

Given Carole’s Love of reading, in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Abbot Public Library at abbotlibrary.org. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com.