Carolyn Lee Ambrose class of 1977

June 16, 1959  -  April 5, 2025

Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Bruce and Betty Ambrose, Carolyn was raised in Ypsilanti and East Lansing before graduating from Okemos High School (class of 1977) where she participated in choir and other musical activities. She loved musical theater and always had a song to sing and share with others. She received her BS from Grand Valley State College and ultimately had a career helping people heal through Massage Therapy.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and Betty Ambrose, and previous generations; brother Edwin Ambrose and sister-in-law Anne (Gorman) Ambrose. She is survived by sister-in-law Cathy Ambrose of Brookline MA; sister Kitty (Steve) Miller of Westminster CO, and brothers Jock Ambrose of Kentwood MI and Martin (Cindy) Ambrose of Dayton OH, as well as beloved nieces and nephews and many friends, especially wonderful long-time friends Seth Cutts and Jesse McClain of Okemos, MI.

Carolyn had a bright personality and loved lifting other up with a silly joke, a quirky story, or a wonderful song. She loved crocheting and gave away many multi-colored animals (often unicorns) of her own design. She brought joy into the world and is leaving all her family and friends with deep holes in our hearts where she has always been. Carolyn truly did make the world a better place for others and will be greatly missed.

Carolyn had a passion for people and especially for her “fur babies”, having many kittens and cats with her over the years. Mindful of her passions the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to local animal shelter or rescues.

A private service will be held in the future.

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