Carolyn Washburn      “beloved mother and grandmother”

OLEAN, NY—Carolyn Washburn, 79, of Olean, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, after a brief illness.

Born on Friday, July 20, 1945 in Shinglehouse, she was a daughter of Gerald E. Stonemetz and Edna M. Dean Stonemetz. 

Carolyn was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in Shinglehouse, PA.  She was employed at The Rehabilitation Center in Olean, retiring after many years of service.

Carolyn attended church throughout her lifetime, being a faithful servant of God.  She was an avid reader and crafter.  She was a wonderful baker.  Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Surviving are three daughters, Rhonda (Richard) Long of Crestview, FL, Becky (Matthew) Camozzi of Lake Stevens, Washington, and Sherry (Terry) Engels of Portville, NY; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ken (Carol) Stonemetz of Houghton and Dale (Frankie) Stonemetz of Shinglehouse; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Carolyn was predeceased by a daughter, Teresa Inman; and a brother, Gerald Duane Stonemetz.

Private graveside burial services will be held in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Shinglehouse.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Carolyn’s name may be made to a veteran’s organization of the donor’s choice.

Carolyn’s family has entrusted her care to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Carolyn, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.