Carol A. Arthur, 68, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at the Mount Hope of Nazarene Retirement Community in Manheim.

She was the wife of James E. Arthur with whom she shared 49 years of marriage this past December 28 ^th . Born in Taunton, MA, she was the daughter of the late James and Ceceilia Borges Marsh.

Carol had been the operator of the Horse Haven Inn at the Grier School For Girls in Tyrone, PA from 1983 until 2009.

She loved the changing of the seasons and enjoyed decorating for all of the holidays throughout the year, and was known for her talent in baking. She enjoyed the quiet life in the country and spending time with her family and good friends. Above all, she was a dedicated and loving caretaker to her husband, Jim.

In addition to Jim, she is survived by her sons: Eric C. married to Alexis Arthur of Lancaster, Keith D. married to Karri Arthur of Chester, VA, and Phillip J. married to Lindsay Arthur of Spartanburg, SC; her three grandchildren Kylie, Elijah, and Madison and by her 3 sisters: Sandy Burke of Taunton, MA, Susan Marsh of Cotati, CA and Betty Williams of Gardnerville, NV. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Sheila Iannone and Merilyn Hathaway.

Friends are invited to gather at the Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA on Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 10-11AM with a time of sharing and celebration of Carol's life to follow at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in her memory to the American Lung Assn., 3001 Old Gettysburg Rd., Camp Hill, PA 17011. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100