Carol Ann Goerke Belleville, Ontario Obituary

Carol Ann Goerke

GOERKE, Carol Ann (nee Woodley) – It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Carol Goerke on Wednesday, October 20th, 2021, in her 54th year at Kingston General Hospital. Daughter of June Woodley (nee Hartlieb) and the late Douglas Woodley. Beloved wife to Robert Goerke. Loving mother to Jack Goerke and Anna Goerke. Sister to Dan Woodley (Kris), Liane Woodley (Cathy), and Kenneth Woodley (Cathy). Carol was the manager of the International Student Program at Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board; she will be missed by many colleagues, friends, and family. In keeping with the family's wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation for Carol will take place on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the JOHN R. BUSH FUNERAL HOME, 80 Highland Avenue, Belleville (613-968-5588). If desired, donations to University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, Oncology would be greatly appreciated by the family. To share memories of Carol and for online condolences, please visit www.rushnellfamilyservices.com
January 12, 1968 - October 20, 202101/12/196810/20/2021
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Jennifer Fraser
October 23, 2021
Have not seen this beautiful girl since high school, yet her smile has never faded from my memories. My heart and love goes out to the entire family.
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Patrick, Norma and Elizabeth Hurley
October 22, 2021
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Mary K Lally
January 18, 2022
Carol and I were wonderful friends for more than 35 years and her death is devastating. She was special to me in in so many ways and I loved her very much. Sending all my love to Rob, Jack, Anna, June, Liane and the extended Woodley & Goerke families.
Mary K Lally
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Dan, Bree, Hayden, Sloane, and Cruz Tripp
October 29, 2021
In loving memory of Carol, and in honour of the beautiful family and incredible friends who are missing her dearly. Love, The Tripp Family

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Stephanie Hiltz
October 29, 2021
When starting my career in 2012, I never imagined how the people in the industry would end up being some of my truest inspirations. Carol was one of the very first people I had met who embodied the very best of international education, dedicating much of her waking hours... Continue Reading
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Pia Sauer
October 28, 2021
I was an exchange student from Germany in 18/19, when I got to meet Carol. She was a ray of sunshine all the time and always lit up the room when she walked in! She always put a smile on our faces, and always took the time to listen to our problems or just experiences in... Continue Reading
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Susan Schell
October 25, 2021
Carol was such a beautiful person that was taken to soon. I hope that Rob, Jack, Anna and the all of the extended family can find strength from the great memories they share. Hold on to those precious times. Carol's kind heart and radiating smile will never be forgott... Continue Reading
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Kirby Fredericks
October 24, 2021
Rob, Jack and Anna,

So sad to hear of the loss of your wife and mother. Paula, Brendan and I were devastated to hear of your loss. We will always remember Carol as a sweet, wonderful and loving person, and although we have not seen the family for awhile, except for An... Continue Reading
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Linda Greer
October 24, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Goerke and Woodley Families . Such a terrible loss. Carol's beauty and smile will forever be missed.
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Karen Harry (Coughlin)
October 24, 2021
Karen Harry (nee Coughlin)

Words fall woefully short today.

Carol and I went to high school together and 35+ years later we live only a block away. On many walks down Southwood you’d see Carol visiting a neighbour and she’d always share that trademark smile of hers.
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RE Cummings
October 24, 2021
I send my deepest condolences to the family. Carol was such a kind soul with a sparkle in her eyes. She had a gift for making everyone feel special and cared for. She will be missed by so many. Ruth Ellen Cummings
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Gray M
October 23, 2021
My deepest condolences to Rob, Jack, Anna, the Woodley and Goerka family.
Many many memories of Carol Ann from Bayview PS, HJ Clarke and MSS..
She truly was a very kind person and friend to many of us growing up.
She will be missed dearly
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