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Carolyn Artis

Passed 02/26/2026

Obituary For Carolyn Artis

Carolyn E. Artis, 66, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026.

Funeral service will be held 1:00pm Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at St. Mark AME Church, 1150 Tarboro Street, Rocky Mount, NC. 27801 with Pastor Robert J. Yarbrough, officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Gethsemane.

Visitation 12:30pm Tuesday at St. Mark AME Church.

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Ms. Carolyn was always a joy to see and could make any day brighter. My prayers goes out to her family.

Kiera Evans

Condolences to the family

Dianne Lyles

My heart is deeply saddened, but God makes no mistakes. To the family, that was a family to me during my time at St. Mark. Carolyn will surely be missed by everyone that had the pleasure of being in her presence. Sending prayers and lots of love and hugs during this difficult time. God bless you all. Lovingly, Sharon Boyd Graham Bluffton, SC

Sharon Boyd Graham

I'm so sorry for the loss of this family. I went to school with Carolyn and her siblings, we played together as kids. Her parents are some of the nicest people to know. May God give this family strength as they go through this difficult time. Sending prayers and love. πŸ™πŸΌβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΌβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΌ

Jennifer Lynch Pitts

I'm so sorry for the loss of this family. I grew up with Carolyn and her siblings, attended school and played with them when we were children. Her mom and dad some of the nicest people you want to know. May God keep this family strong as they go through this difficult time. Prayers and love. πŸ™πŸΌβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΌβ€οΈπŸ™πŸΌ

Jennifer Lynch Pitts

To the family of Carolyn Artis and our friend, LaNika. Rest in the love and memories. As believer ... Knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest well Carolyn Artis! Your legacy lives on. Respectfully submitted, Dr. Pamela Venable

Dr. Pamela Venable & Sandra Davis

My deepest condolences to the family for your loss. Hold on to all the great memories. Carolyn will be missed but not forgotten. My prayers to you all for peace, comfort and strength. πŸ™πŸ™

Lisa Battle- Thorne

Praying that God will strengthen the family, you have my condolences.

Dorothy W Lancaster

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.

Paul and Etheleen Wilkins

Carolyn was truly a special gift to all who knew her. She was sweet and loving, quiet yet firm in her convictions, and always willing to lend a helping hand ,moving quietly with grace, humility, and strength. Her gentle spirit spoke volumes. She didn't have to say much to make an impact and her actions consistently reflected her caring heart. While my heart feels the weight of her absence,also felt by so many others , may we all find peace in God's promise: "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 5:8. Carolyn now rests in the presence of her Lord and Savior.

To the Artis and Richardson families, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God comfort you, strengthen you, and surround you with His peace now and in the days ahead. Robin Boddie-Haggins

Robin Boddie-Haggins

My Prayers to the Family She will truly be missed, her smile and always kind words to me.

Stephanie Carter

She will be so missed. Praying for you all's comfort and strength for all the days to come. I love you all.

Chantal Battle

We are praying for you and our family Cousin Lonnie, Our Love and Condolences, Pastor JoAnn Artis Stevens, The Maxwells, Artis, Best and Stevens Families

Mrs. Annie "Pat" Artis

Out hearts were saddened when hearing of Carolyn's passing. Lonnie and family we send our love prayers and condolences, Aunt Pat and family

Mrs. Annie "Pat" Artis

Praying for comfort and strength for the family during this time. I love y'all. She will be missed.

Takesha Lynch

May God strengthen you, your family and close friends during these trying times. We are praying πŸ™for you all, stay strongπŸ’ͺ❣️ Much Love❀️

Debra Nicholson

Condolences to the family, a 1977 classmate

Kathleen Hannah

My condolences to the family. I pray that God will give you the strength durning this time and the time that will follow.

Elaine Silver Meeks

Sending love,strength,and prayers to you and your family.

Terri&Charlie Clark

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Milton the Bethlehem Baptist Gospel Choir is very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We love you.

Marilyn A. Foster

Praying for the family may God you you all the strength to endure your loss

estellecooper64@yahoo.com

My sincere condolences to the Artis/Richardson Families. My thoughts and prayers of comfort and peace are with you all now and in the days to come (Matthew5:4)

Delphine Copeland Wiggins NNHS C/0 78

Sending you peace, healing, and comfort during this difficult time. Ms. Carolyn was a wonderful person with a heart full of love. She was always so sweet and kind. I will always cherish the times we spent together. Love and prayers, Lolita Richardson

Lolita Richardson

My sincere condolences to the family Carolyn was such a sweet soul. Gone too soon.

Linda Watson

My heart goes out to you and yours. You were my first niece and your mom was special to all of us. Keep her close in your heart. Love, Aunt Margaret

Margaret Whitaker Harris

We will miss you dearly. Prayers and condolences to the family. πŸ’›πŸ’œβ€οΈπŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ•ŠπŸ•ŠπŸ•Š

Lorna & Delya Lloyd

Mrs Carolyn was the heart of our Ihop family and will be missed so much.

Kym

Sending my condolences to the family.. to my niece Lanika and rest of the family. Praying for comfort and peace from God to take care of you all.. Continue seeking God,.we love you all praying..

Patricia Whitaker Hunter

Praying that God gives you all strength, comfort, and peace during this time. May His presence surround you, and may the love and memories shared bring you comfort always. We love you all

Simone, Gabriela, & Ali Vernet

Although I am deeply saddened I know God makes no mistakes and she is free from the pain and suffering. I'm praying for strength and comfort for you, Lonnie as well as the entire family.

Agnes P. Dolberry-Sprowel

While we know that God makes no mistakes, we love and will always miss this lady. She was so sweet and the best friend we could ever have.

Rev. Dr. & Mrs. David Radford

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. My heart aches for you and Q. May you find comfort in the memories and holidays you spent together. The Riley Family is sending love and condolences to you and your family.

Kimberly, Eddie Sr. & Eddie Jr.

The loss is immeasurable but so is the love left behind. You are in our hearts. Patti and Piper.

Patricia Lorenz

Praying God strengthens & comfort you all as only He can. I love you all

Shelly Lynch

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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