Carolyn M. Eaton, 76, of Flowery Branch, passed away on Wednesday August 20, 2014. She was born September 2, 1937, in St. Charles, MO. where she also attended Lindenwood University completing a degree in Home Economics. Shortly after graduating she set out on her own and began her adventures as a flight attendant with American Airlines. While flying she met the love of her life, Don, and they married after a whirlwind six month courtship. They continued their exciting lives together living in California, Missouri, Florida, and on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay before retiring in Royal Lakes, Flowery Branch, GA.
Carolyn was predeceased by her loving husband, Don Eaton, her parents Art and Vi Baue, and her brothers, Dave and Art Baue. Carolyn is survived by her two daughters, Julie Marie Cox (Jeff Wood) and Amy Marie Hanson; her amazing grandchildren; Sydney Marie Downing (Josh), Joe Cox, Alex P. Hanson, and Lillian Wood. Great-granddaughter, Sophie Marie Downing, was the latest bright light in her life. Don's sister, Barbara, resides in Arizona.
Carolyn was known for her vivacious personality, her warmth and engaging laughter. She loved to travel and was never one to miss a Royal Lakes happy hour. She will be missed by many friends in the Royal Lakes neighborhood whom she described as her chosen family. She often said that we should all be so blessed to be loved by so many. Her family loved her dearly and has peace in their hearts that she and Don are again united and setting out on their last great adventure together.
Visitation will be Friday August 22, 2014 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Little & Davenport Funeral Home. A memorial service for Carolyn will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 23, 2014, in the Little & Davenport Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Eagle Ranch, P.O. Box 7200, Chestnut Mountain, GA. 30502.
Those wishing to send online condolences to the family may do so at littledavenport.com
Little & Davenport Funeral Home, 355 Dawsonville Highway, SW, Gainesville, Ga. 30501 is in charge of arrangements.
