November 10, 2026
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Carol Anne Walsh of Kincardine, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, died peacefully, Nov. 6, 2026, in Cambridge, surrounded by her loving children. She was 85.
Born June 5, 1941, in Sarnia, she was the daughter of Ken and Margaret Clark (née Lennox).
Beloved wife of the late John Walsh; and loving mother of Todd, Susan and Steven; mother-in-law of Candace; and very proud Grandma of William and Dylan. She also held a special place in her heart for Bobbi.
Carol is survived by her brother, Ross, and sister-in-law, Nicole Clark; as well as her sisters-in-law, Mary Ward (late husband, John) and Ann Adams (late husband, Murray). She will also be lovingly remembered by her extended family of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Predeceased by her brother, John, and partner, Peter; brother, Bruce; sister-in-law, Betty; and nephew, Tommy.
As a young woman, Carol worked at Pete’s Variety alongside her best friend, Helen. Her love of children was evident from an early age, as she often took her much-younger brother, Ross along wherever she went. That same caring nature eventually led her to Wingham, where she attended nursing school before beginning her career at Wingham Hospital.
It was there that Carol met Mary, who would play an important role in bringing Carol and John together. Mary arranged a card game for the group, introducing Carol to the love of her life. What followed was 58 wonderful years of marriage, countless card games, and a lifetime of laughter and cherished memories shared with family and friends.
Carol’s greatest joy and focus were always her children. She truly was the epitome of a mom, giving her family endless love, care and devotion. She also had a remarkable talent for crafting and generously shared that passion by volunteering with the crafting division of the Georgetown Fall Fair for more than 20 years.
She will be remembered for her loving heart, her creativity, her devotion to family and friends, and the many happy memories she leaves behind. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In keeping with Carol’s wishes, a Celebration of Life will be held at the cottage, where so many happy memories were made.
Family and friends are warmly invited to gather Saturday, June 19, 2027, at 1:00 p.m., at The Cottage, 231 Goderich Street, Kincardine. The gathering will be informal, and in honour of Carol’s love of bright colours and cheerful demeanour, everyone is encouraged to wear something bright and colourful.
We look forward to sharing stories, laughter and memories as we celebrate a wonderful life and the special woman we were so fortunate to have in ours.
Arrangements entrusted to the Cameron Funeral Home, Kincardine; www.cameronsofkincardine.com.
Written ByLiz Dadson is the founder and editor of the Kincardine Record and has been in the news business since 1986.
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