Carolyn A. Hallin Joliet, Illinois Obituary

Carolyn A. Hallin

Formerly of Joliet, passed away at her residence in Iowa City, Iowa. Sunday, November 11, 2018. At 85 years, just one day shy of 86. Survived by her four children Stephen, Andrew, Gustav (Jennifer) and Ellen (Melinda) Hallin. Nine grandchildren Kirsten, Karl, Kurt, Kate, Emma, Lindsay, Kyle, Alex and Emma, one great-granddaughter Evie. Preceded in death by her husband Raymond E. Hallin (2002 and her sister Janice M. Picher (2007). Carolyn was born November 12, 1932 in Joliet to Gustav and Ellen Bloomquist. She graduated from Augustana College with her degree in Education and from Lewis University with her Master’s degree. Carolyn proudly taught 4th and 5th Grade at Eisenhower Academy for many years and previously taught at Culbertson and Cunningham Elementary Schools. Member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Lying in state at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 412 E. Benton Street, Friday, November 16th from 10:00 A.M. until services at 11:00 A.M. Interment Elmhurst Cemetery. Memorials to TRAIL, a non-profit organization helping older adults to age in place, 28 South Clinton St., Room 201, Iowa City, IA or www.trailofjohnsoncounty.org/support will be appreciated.
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Bonnie Olson
November 16, 2018
Here's another memory. Carolyn would dress one of her 5th grade girls in a Swedish costume every St. Lucia Day, put a garland with candles on her hear and send her to each classroom with a record player playing Santa Lucia. Each teacher would get coffee and a Swedish bun... Continue Reading
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Ellen Hallin
November 26, 2018
perfect! We loved that about her too. I have a picture of my mother, myself, and one of her granddaughters in that same outfit. Thanks for sharing!
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Bonnie Olson
November 16, 2018
I taught with Carolyn for many years at Eisenhower. She was always upbeat and a lot of fun! She would tell stories about you kids and laugh! Like the time the car broke down when you were going someplace and you just left it in the middle of the road! Love to you at this... Continue Reading
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Ellen Hallin
November 26, 2018
Thanks Bonnie for sharing that story -- for the record that was one of my brothers!
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Nancy, Judy, Carol & June
November 15, 2018
Nancy, Judy, Carol & June purchased the Emerald Garden Basket for the family of Carolyn A. Hallin.
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November 14, 2018
Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Carolyn A. Hallin.
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November 14, 2018
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