Carolyn was born April 30, 1937 in Peoria to C. Eugene and Marjorie L (Curtis) Medsker. She married William "Bill" Medina on December 27, 1985 in Peoria. He preceded her in death on April 12, 2021 in Ellenton, Fl. Also preceding her in death were her parents and a son, Roger Lane.
Surviving is her daughter, Pamela Lane (Jim) Bartholomew of Ellenton, FL; two step-daughters, Lisa Koch of Peoria, Melissa O’Neill of Western Springs, IL; two grandchildren, Joshua (Amanda) Lane of Creve Coeur and Phillip (Kara) Lane of Bloomington; two step-grandchildren, Victoria Koch of Godfrey, IL and Domenic O’Neill of Lombard, IL; and three great-grandchildren.
Carolyn worked as a receptionist for Dr. James Hender, D.C., for many years and then later worked as a caregiver for the Sisters at St. Joseph Home in West Peoria until retiring.
She enjoyed bowling, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 13, 2021 at Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria. Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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