Carolyn S. Merfeld
October 1, 1943 ~ October 10, 2010
Carolyn S. Merfeld, 67, of Cedar Rapids, died Sunday, October 10, 2010, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Services: 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 15, 2010, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, by Chaplain Harold Schutte. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and also one hour prior to the service. Burial: Linwood Cemetery, Cedar Rapids. Born October 1, 1943, in Cedar Rapids to Clifford and Virginia Cheatham, Carolyn was a 1961 graduate of Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School. She married Ron Findley on June 10, 1961. She later married Roger Merfeld on May 13, 1984, with whom she made her life until his unexpected passing on September 21, 2010. Survivors include a son, Jeffrey M. Findley (Sondra) and his children, Ashley, Adam and Aubrey Findley; a daughter, Kristin M. Sells (Erik) and her children, Haley and Hannah Long; a brother, Joseph Cheatham; and a sister, Barbara Kline. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Dena Clark. Carolyn's passion was antiques and collectibles. She previously owned and operated Gingerbread in the Czech Village, and was a regular proprietor at various flea markets in the Midwest. Carolyn also had a strong affection for animals of all types, caring for her numerous pets as well as those abandoned by others. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the family or your local Humane Society. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Janet Merfeld and her caring staff at the Hall Radiation Center; the Mercy Pain Clinic, Oncology Associates and everyone at Iowa Hospice. She considered them friends and felt her life was enriched by their care and compassion.
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Caring thoughts and prayers are being sent to you at this time.
Mark and Mary Ann Jedlicka
Kris-
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Though we had our disagreements, I respected her for sticking to her guns and for her staunch dedication to her children. I know she will continue to guide you from above.
Peace,
Anita
Our sympathy in your loss. Carolyn was a very nice lady. She was a friend many years ago, when we all were involved in softball together. Whenever I would see her in these later years, she was very friendly. I admired how beautiful she kept her home (the family home). Thank you for taking care of her, Kris. May God give you all peace and comfort. Percy & Jim
Please accept our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We hope that comfort and peace come to you.
Jim & Carol Voss
carolyn, you have been a great friend and i will miss you very much.
Chris and Family
i think I have met a few of you onece or twice but your mom met a lot to me I am a very good freind of jackeys and met carloine that way. She would always ask how I was invite me over for cake or pop and let me vist the cats. I am verry sorry for your loss. I will always remeber her a verry sweet wommen. Danielle Kraemer
It just doesn’t seem possible! Within one month we have lost our wonderful neighbors. We had great times together and we will surely miss them.
May God give you strength at this difficult time and bring comfort to your hearts.
With our love, prayers and deepest sympathy,
Sharyl and Ken
Jeff and Kris,
Please accept my sincerest condolences as you endure this very difficult time.
God Bless,
Eric Oliver
Jeff, Kris,
You have had your fill of heartbreak lately. Carolyn was an honest fun-loving person. She has always held a place in my heart.You could always count on something funny to come from her. Many, many great childhood memories. Ron and Roger were both such good matches for her humor and compassion. All will be remembered fondly and greatly missed.
Kris and the rest of the family, Carolyn always has made me feel like her nephew. Everytime i would see her she would make me feel like her own and share stories with me. Im sorry for your loss. Aunt Carolyn will be missed.
Shane
Jeff/ Kris and family members , you all have my deepest condolences–I will always remember our trip to Oklahoma–what a fun time and “Oh Yes” lets not forget Clifford’s famous pie !!! So blessed we got to spend some time with you the last few weeks , even racked with pain you still had your sense of humor , so see– you are still the “BOSS” 🙂 Say Hi to my beautiful Collette she is the angel that is waiting for you.
You will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Love,
Dave J
We knew Carolyn many years ago through softball in Cedar Rapids. I have not seen her in years but always enjoyed visiting with her at the ball park. Our sympathy goes out to her family.
So sorry for your loss… she was a great lady! She always told you what she thought -whether you wanted to hear it or not 🙂 I visited her often when she was in the hospital and she always made me laugh. Her and Roger were good together, please find comfort in knowing she is out of pain and they are together again. Also know that she loved you guys SO MUCH!!!
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Carolyn and I were good friends in grade school and junior high (at which time my family moved and we lost contact). I have many good memories: Sleepovers; Her mother made a lot of her clothes (as did my mother for me) but her poodle skirts and can-cans were by far the best ever; I used to give her a hard time whenever she brought up the fact about being 1/15th(?) Indian…LOL; Carolyn always knew everything she was receiving for Christmas! She would search the house from top to bottom, carefully unwrap her gifts and wrap them back up. She was relentless in her search if she suspected another hidden treasure. I’m sorry we lost touch….I think we could have still been good friends. May you all find peace and comfort in your loving memories of Carolyn.
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My deepest sympathy in the loss of Carolyn, your mother, grandmother, sister. She was a close friend of mine in high school where we (fittingly) called her “Kitten”. The first slumber party I ever went to was at her house. She will be missed.
Lynn
My dearest Mil,Thank you for being there in all those early years. You filled a void for me that my own mom was unable to. You gave gave us strength and support to our young family that is/was uncomproprmised. Your strength and spirit has always been inspirational. Your support and forgiving love will always be cherished. I am blessed that Kris came into my life, not just because we married and gave you grandchildren, but simply knowing you and your drive made me a better person. I am proud to have been your son-in-law! You shall ever remain one of the most important and influential person I have become to know. Thank you for allowing your family to touch and bless mine. Rest In Peace love you forever. Sil.
Jeff and family,
We are truly sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Family,
Carolyn was a wonderful lady. She is the one who taught me how to do ebay and was a wonderful teacher. She always wanted her freinds to be successful at all of their endeavors. She and I shared in our compassion for animals and many times I received calls from Carolyn about trying to help a dog that was in need. I will miss those calls and her fun spirit. My deepest condolences to your family.
Carolyn’s Dad worked with my Dad at the Rock Island Railroad for years. Many times Dad would take us over to their house to see her Dad ” crack the bullwhip” and check out the garden. Carolyn & I had many fond memories of those days although she didn’t remember us. I worked with Carolyn many times in the Antique business. She was a wonderful person whom we all will miss.
I will miss my old friends so very much. Gone from my site but always in my heart.