Carol Lorraine Fawson, born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 1, 1951, passed away January 21, 2025 in Edmonton, Alberta, from cancer. Carol’s parents, Olive Scallion and Robert Fawson, and her siblings, Rene and Bobby, precede her in death. She is survived by: Percy, Cathy, Mary, Danny, Trish and Barb.
Carol considered her most significant life achievement was raising two loving children, Darryl Chisholm (Kelly) and Tara Chisholm -Guimont (Étienne). She was a positive, loving grandmother to Alexander and Christopher Chisholm by infusing their lives with her affection and laughter. Carols’ family never doubted her love for them.
She cherished a close relationship with her Goddaughter Seana Pinkney and her best friend of 46 years, Loretta Maloney. Even when life presented its most challenging moments, Carol had the rare gift of finding humour, uplifting those around her.
Carol worked as a medical secretary at The Halifax Infirmary in the Microbiology department. She then worked at The Mental Health and Addictions Services Centre, where she retired from.
She showed her community spirit through her volunteer activities: Scouts Canada, Fresh Start Housing Co-op, Little Bits Therapeutic Riding association for Children with Disabilities, as well as the St Vincent de Paul Society.
Her devotion to her family marked Carol’s life. Her younger siblings will remember her for the many happy days at Point Pleasant Park in Halifax. Carol’s warmth, generosity, and loving spirit were familiar to everyone. She will be greatly missed.
The family wishes to thank Francene and Amber from Seniors Home Care, Edmonton.
You can make donations to Autism Canada in Carol’s name.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to Darryl and family, Tara and family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I already miss you mom.
I know I’ll see you again.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Carols family. Our deepest condolences
Carol (Mom) was an incredible woman and friend to many. She loved everyone around here. It was a true blessing to have known her, she will forever be loved and remembered.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family, and my good friend Darryl!
Dear Darryl and Tara. I wanted to extend my sincere condolences to you both as Carol was a true friend and wonderful person. She and I worked together in Fresh Start Coop as well as Addiction Services and in fact recommended me to them. She always made time to message or send a comment on my social media and she was a great friend. We will all miss her spunk and humour. RIP Carol xx
I am devastated to hear of Carol’s passing. She was a wonderful person and a great friend. My deepest condolences to Tara, Darryl and their families. Rest in Peace, Dear Carol.
Our sincere condolences to Darryl, Tara and Carol’s family. I worked with Carol for many years at Addictions and truly considered her a friend. She taught me a lot through the years, not only in our jobs but how to take on tough changes in life while still moving forward. I am glad that her retirement years were spent spending time and being close to her kids and her grandchildren. I hope the memories made help to ease your grief at this sad time. She will be missed.
So sorry for your loss Darryl and Tara. Thinking of you both and sending lots of love. Aunt Maureen
So sorry for the loss of your mother Darryl and Tara. She is no longer suffering and in pain. Thinking of you both and sending lots of love. Aunt Maureen
I only met Carol a few times but she was always laughing and smiling. I know how close she was with her son Darryl. She will be missed. Our thoughts and are prayers are with her family at this time.
My condolences to Carol’s family. We had some great laughs and we were always up to no good. She spoke about both of you often. She made work fun.
Hugs and know she was proud of you both.
She was my ex wife great wife better person and a great mother. SORRY for your lost.My son Darryl and daughter Tara so sorry guys love you both
She was a very wonderful person. She will always be remembered. My condolences to the whole family.
Sending all our love and support in this trying time. Nana was a staple to the family and community and such a beautiful soul. Her willingness to always be helpful and support her grandchildren was a breath of fresh air. She will be sadly missed by all who had the opportunity to have her in their lives. ????
She was an incredible woman. Made myself and family feel welcome every time I saw her. She will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to the family.