Carolyn Kay McKown, age 74, of Plymouth, Ohio, passed away Monday, April 13, 2020 at the Mercy Hospital of Willard in Willard, Ohio. She was born June 17, 1945, in Mansfield, Ohio to the late Anton and Mary A. (Jasinski) Schadek. Carolyn graduated from Mansfield St. Peter's Catholic High School in 1963 and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Education from The Ohio State University in 1990. Carolyn loved and lived for her family.
She had a love of learning, particularly geography, and enjoyed her daily crossword puzzle. She enjoyed time outside, mowing and gardening. She was a devoted educator for many years at St. Francis Xavier School.
She is survived by her husband, Gerald McKown, whom she married on July 7, 1977; daughters, Jenni (Chris) Marshall, Anne (Rob) Webb, Jane (Mike) Hinterlong, Lynne (Carlos) Rivera, and Gail (Rick) Kray; 8 grandsons: Kevin (Erika), Daniel (Kaitlyn), Ryan, Sam, Andrew, Joe, Michael and Stephen; 8 granddaughters: Allison, Susannah, Annie, Ellie, Lauren, Grace, Alice and Mary; 2 great grandchildren; a sister, Toni (Rick) Kaufman; sisters-in-law, Sharon Schadek and JoEllen Schadek; and several special nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Mary and Anton, she is preceded in death by her twin sister, Marilyn, and brothers, Tom and Paul.
A devout Catholic, Carolyn was an active member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. She loved playing euchre at the dining room table and was especially good at catching people trying to "steal the deal".
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 117 Sandusky St., Plymouth, Ohio, 44865, or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to Carolyn's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Crystal (Fabela) Escalera - Apr 22, 2020
Jenni, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. She was always such a sweet lady. I would run into her from time to time and she always remembered. Hugs and prayers of comfort.
Deb (roth) Kostoff - Apr 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. God bless all you.
Cindy Hartman - Apr 22, 2020
We were so sorry to hear of your loss! Please share our sympathy with your sisters and dad. Take care in all of this! Randy and Cindy Hartman
Miguel and Hannelore Rivera - Apr 21, 2020
We are so sorry to have heard about the passing of Carolyn. She was such a lovely lady. We enjoyed the conversations we had with her at family gatherings and will never forget her.
Marie Thornton - Apr 20, 2020
Carolyn bestowed a love for learning in my heart at a young age. She is one of the reasons why I teach 2nd grade today... I will always hold onto the memories I made in her class. She will be greatly missed, and made a positive impact on everyone around her.
Peter Schadek - Augusta Ga - Apr 18, 2020
Cousin Carolyn will be deeply missed by family and friends - RIP Carolyn.
Gail (Schadek) Dignan, - Apr 17, 2020
Our cousin Carolyn will always be remembered for her kind, loving, generous spirit. Missed by her wonderful family and many friends.
Ronda and Martin Hinterlong - Apr 16, 2020
We are very sorry to hear about Carolyn. Condolences to the entire family during this difficult time.
Judy (Bauer) Johnson - Apr 16, 2020
Have so many wonderful memories with this beautiful lady!!! We grew up together in the same neighborhood. Went to grade school and high school together. Such a special friend!! My thoughts and prayers to all Carolyn's family.
Wendy Daniel - Apr 15, 2020
I'm sad to hear of Carolyn's passing. May faith, family and friends hold you up in times of grief and my memories fill you heart full of the joy she brought. My thoughts and prayers go out to the McKown Family.
Peggy Opatken - Apr 15, 2020
Carolyn taught our daughter in 2nd grade at St. Francis. Such a nice lady
Mike and Linda Veletean - Apr 15, 2020
I want to express our sincere sympathy to the McKown family. Carolyn was a very special person who had all our grandkids at St Francis and they all thought the world of her. Please know you are all in our prayers at this very difficult time.
Bill and Beverly Chapman - Apr 15, 2020
JERRY AND FAMILY BILL AND I are so sorry to hear of Carolyns passing . She was a familiar sight on her mower in the summer or just working in the yard. Gods peace to you.
Kate and Bill Bonnett - Apr 15, 2020
Dear Jen, Chris and family, we are very sorry for your loss. Please know we are with you in spirit and are praying for you. With love, Kate and Bill
Don and Janet Gates - Apr 15, 2020
So sorry for your loss. We are here if you need us. Love and prayers to all?
diane and ed schirtzinger - Apr 15, 2020
Dear Jenni and Chris
We are so sorry for your loss. We wish family could be with you at this time, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Patty ( Pagnard ) Dowdy - Apr 15, 2020
Sincere sympathy to your family. My Mother was Cousins with Tony Schadek and we grew up in the same neighborhood. Carolyn was in constant contact with my Mother the last few years that she was alive. They shared so many letters, pictures and memories of the family. They brought joy to each other. I will forever be grateful to Carolyn for that. She was a lovely lady and will be missed and remembered with love.
Ellen Marie - Apr 15, 2020
Uncle Jerry and girls, may you find comfort in knowing that Aunt Carolyn now walks side by side with Jesus, her suffering over. May God bless you and heal you in the time of grief.
Mick & Amy Hudson - Apr 15, 2020
So sorry for your loss! We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May the memory of Carolyn bring you peace and comfort. Love you Pappy and family ???
Ed Mellott - Apr 15, 2020
Deepest sympathy to you and your family Gerry.
Maria Gardener - Apr 15, 2020
I am so glad the last time I saw her she was in good spirits. I know she was an inspiration to her family. My condolences go out to the family. I know you will miss her but know she has touched each of your lives in a wonderful way. And she will always live in your heart.
Jim, Sandy, Luke and Ben Blum - Apr 15, 2020
Sorry for your loss. We appreciate Carolyn's dedication to the Catholic Church. I remember my mom meeting with Carolyn to convince her of the importance of Catholic education when Plymouth and Bethlehem were first twinned parishes and attending kindergarten with Jenny at Bethlehem Sacred Heart. Hopefully that stuff makes a difference as we all pay it forward to the next generations to the importance of the Catholic faith as Carolyn did at St. Francis and at Plymouth St. Joe's through CCD and faith encounters. Good job Carolyn. Thank you.
Larry and Marsha Predieri - Apr 15, 2020
Jerry and you have our deepest sympathy on your loss. You are in our prayers.
Kay and Bob Schirtzinger - Apr 15, 2020
Dear Jenni, Chris and family, Uncle Bob and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and all jenni’s family. My own father died at Easter and his parish priest said it was really a beautiful time to join our Risen Christ. Ian sorry current circumstances prevent the kind of gathering that would normally occur. Love
And prayers Aunt Kay and Uncle Bob
Donna Myers - Apr 15, 2020
To The Family of Carolyn McKown; Sending heartfelt sympathy at this time of great loss. May she rest in the loving arms of her savior.
Mark and Holly Korbas - Apr 15, 2020
Jerry and family,
We were so surprised to read of Carolyn’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed running into you and talking with you. Our prayers are with you.
Gary Barker - Apr 15, 2020
Uncle Jerry and family, Very sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Carolyn. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Gary and Linda
Amy Sirignano - Apr 15, 2020
Dear family, I sure miss you during this difficult time. I hope you see you soon to remember wonderful Aunt Carolyn. Much love and prayers.
Susan Root Moore - Apr 15, 2020
Dear Jerry, Jenni, Gail, Lynne, Jane, Anne and families,
I am so very saddened to learn of Carolyn's passing. We didn't see one another often, but when we did, we enjoyed talking about our trials and tribulations in the classroom and, of course, sharing stories about our own children. Both of my girls had her as a teacher at St. Francis and they adored her. She even tutored Katie privately for a while in math, and Katie always looked forward to her sessions. Your mom lived her faith through her love and compassion for others - especially for her students and particularly for her own children and grandchildren. I hope the treasured memories you have of her and your wonderful family gatherings will bring you peace and comfort because I know she lived for her family! My love and prayers to you all.
Sr. Barbara Jean Miller - Apr 15, 2020
My deepest sympathy to you. You are in my prayers. I was so sorry to hear of Carolyn death.
Mike and Jackie Bogner - Apr 14, 2020
Dear McKown Family- Words cannot express how saddened we were to hear about Carolyn's passing. Carolyn was an incredible lady and I sure enjoyed working with her at St. Francis Xavier School. We shared so many great times and she always knew what to say to bring a smile. I will treasure those memories forever. May loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Cindy Van Wagner-Alt - Apr 14, 2020
Jerry & Family,
So sorry to hear of Carolyn. May your special memories bring you peace and comfort at this time and the difficult days ahead. I will be remembering you in prayer.
God Bless,
Cindy
Julie Wells - Apr 14, 2020
I am sorry for your loss.
Don and Debbie Schloemer - Apr 14, 2020
To the Entire McKown family - We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Carolyn. She was truly a WONDERFUL person. So kind, caring, and compassionate! I have very fond memories of her during my middle and high school years spending so much time at your house and also enjoyed working with her at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless your family!