In Memory of

Carole

Diane

White

(Yearsley)

Obituary for Carole Diane White (Yearsley)

Carole Diane (Yearsley) White, 72, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 16, 2022, while surrounded by her closest loved ones. She was born on September 16, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Gilbert and Agnes Yearsley. On July 12, 1975, she married the love of her life, Paul Joseph White; their marriage persevered for 46 years until the time of her passing. Carole was employed by Rees, Inc, retiring in 2018 after over 45 years with the company. More than anything, Carole loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed being outside, tending to her many flowers and plants. Her kind, gentle demeanor and generous nature will never be forgotten by those who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Paul, of Fort Wayne; her two sons, Jason (Cheryl), of Fort Wayne, and Jeremy (Amber), of Auburn; her sister, Linda (Mike) Baroli, of Rochester Hills, Michigan; six step-children, fifteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and one grand-puppy. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Thomas Hamilton, sister Judith Yearsley, and dear nieces Deborah and Deanna Baroli. Service is 1 pm, Friday, April 22 at Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd., Rochester, MI 48307, with calling from 11 am until the service. Calling also Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Peace Lutheran Church, 355 E. State Road 120, Fremont, IN 46737, from 4 pm to 7 pm. Burial in Van Hoosen Jones Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Peace Lutheran Church in Fremont, Indiana. The family of Carole would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Parkview Hospice for the care given to her during her illness. FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling arrangements.