Caroline Therminy, 84, of 23 Lawrence Ave., Bradford, PA passed away Saturday (Oct. 15, 2022) after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Caroline passed away peacefully at her son and daughter-in-law’s house where she lived for the last 7 years. 

Caroline brightened the days of many caregivers over the years including Miranda Phearsdorf, who cared for her for 7 years and Caroline thought of as an honorary granddaughter, and her daughter-in-law Michelle. 

Caroline was born on Oct.  2, 1938, the daughter of Herman O. and Ann M. Frutiger. On July 9, 1971, Caroline married Bruce J. Therminy, who preceded her in death on Oct. 20, 2016.

Caroline graduated from Bradford Area High School. Upon graduating, Caroline worked at Dresser Manufacturing, then the Pennsylvania State Assistance Office, where she worked more than 30 years until retirement. 

Caroline enjoyed traveling throughout Pennsylvania and the country with her husband for many bowling events and dinners. Caroline enjoyed sewing, crafts and collecting Precious Moments and Barbie dolls.

Caroline is survived by sons Mark (Michelle) Therminy of Bradford, and Tim (Laurie) Roslinski of Raleigh, N.C.; daughter Laurie (Pat) Garrigan of Emporium; grandchildren Heather (Chris) Harris and Sean (Bess) Roslinski, both of Raleigh, N.C., and Tasha Garrigan, Tia Garrigan, Erin Garrigan and Shea Garrigan, all of Emporium; great-granddaughter Ansley Harris; brother William (Judy) Frutiger of Bradford, and nephews Scott (MaryAnn) Quinn of Lewis Run and Kevin (Audrey) Quinn of Bordentown, N.J.  

Caroline was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Richard Frutiger, brother and sister-in-law Ronald and Barbara Quinn, and great-grandson Brooks Harris. 

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022 from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Mascho Funeral Home Inc.

Private burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to the Bradford Junior Bowling Association c/o Byllye Lanes, 290 Seward Avenue, Bradford, PA 16701. 

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home Inc.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.maschofuneral.com.