Carolyn L. Newhouse, 68, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 9, 2012, at United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus. Born in Kenosha on November 22, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Orville E. and Margaret (Resch) Davey. Carolyn was educated in the schools of Kenosha graduating from Bradford High School. Upon graduating high school she went on to earn her Licensed Practical Nursing Licensure. She later went back to school and proudly earned her degree as a registered nurse from Gateway Technical College. On March 2, 1963, she married Richard M. Newhouse in Kenosha. He preceded her in death on February 27, 1986. Carolyn worked as a dedicated and caring nurse at various nursing homes throughout her 45 year career. She retired in 2008 from Hospitality Nursing and Rehabilitation where she attained the position of Director of Nursing. She had a special fondness and compassion for the geriatric patients she cared for. She enjoyed knitting, reading, traveling, and having special Survivor night dinners with her family. Most importantly, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and her beloved pet Ziggy. Her kind and gentle spirit will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Carolyn leaves to cherish her memory: her three sons, Edward (Victoria) Newhouse of Pleasant Hill, CA, Shawn (Lupe) Newhouse of Kenosha, and Robert (Terra) Newhouse; a daughter, Amy (Steven) Ledding of Kenosha; four brothers, James Davey of Kenosha, Gary Davey of Kenosha, Ronald (Chris) Davey of Indiana, and Brian Davey of Kenosha; three sisters, Sharon Capozza of Kenosha, Rosemary Mattner of Kenosha, and Anne (Larry) Dellisse of Kenosha; and six grandchildren, Nina Newhouse, Tyler Newhouse, Jacob Newhouse, Layne Ledding, Easton Ledding and Isla Ledding. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren in infancy, and her sister, Janet Morell. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 15th, from the Proko Funeral Home at 9:15 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at St. Therese Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 14th, at Proko Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Carolyn’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Cyndi Bitto ( Formerly Kannin)
May 20, 2012
So sorry to learn of Carolyn's passing. She was such a good friend to everyone, and we had many good times. Lots of good memories... I even enjoyed having her for a boss for a while at the nursing home. She was such a gentle and loving person, and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. I will always remember the fun we had, and know she is with your dad in heaven. Heaven just gained another angel.Lots of Love, Cyndi
Dan Davey
May 17, 2012
It has been many years since we as cousins have been face to face to share the memories and life experiences of our family. We, here in Maine are saddened by the passage of Carolyn and convey our thoughts and prayers. Dan, Vicki and family
Regina Pozza
May 14, 2012
I was very sad to hear of Carol's passing. I will always remember her beautiful smile and gentle spirit. I have many fond memories of family gatherings I attended I remember teasing Carol and saying "It's the quiet ones like you we have to watch out for". She would just laugh and say "yeah right". We shared many laughs and happy times. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family that she loved so much. May memories that you shared help comfort you during this difficult time. I believe in Angels......
Carol Barribeau
May 13, 2012
I worked under Carolyn in different areas the whole time she worked at Hospitality Nursing. She was always pleasant and nice to talk to. I enjoyed at times teasing her that maybe I should get that call as they had paged Carol not Carolyn and more than a few times she would say I sure wish you could. I missed her when she left. She was a very good person.
Linda Veale Elsen
May 12, 2012
Have known Carolyn since high school. Such a lovely lady and wonderful wife and mother to her children. May she rest in peace with husband Dick.
Gretchen Moreland
May 12, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Carol was so proud of and loved her kids and grand kids so much-it definitely showed! It was always good to see her at the gatherings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys and we hope that memories you hold dear of your mom bring you peace at this difficult time. All our love,Steve, Gretchen, Landon, and Nona
Christine Kaufman
May 11, 2012
Carolyn had such a love for life! She had a wonderful smile, always happy to see you and a great attitude - one day at a time.She will be missed. Much love and prayers to the family. I remember when she and Sharon visited my Mother a month before our Mother passed away. It meant a lot to us!!Christine