Obituaries
Carol A Specht, RN, BSN, 67
November 28, 2017
Carol A Specht, RN, BSN, 67, of Millersville, passed away on November 28th due to respiratory failure related to Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. Born in Darby, PA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Alberta Halstead.
Carol was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend and was also a devoted spouse to her husband Paul, with whom she shared a home, life and enduring love for over 45 years. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children Joseph (Jodi), Stephen (Abby Mearig) and Anne Gokey (Matthew); five grandchildren, Adam, Haylee, Sam, Madeleine and Sophia; four favorite brothers and two favorite sisters.
Carol was a graduate of Bryn Mawr Nursing School and spent her professional career caring and advocating for patients as an ICU, CCU and PCU nurse in Missouri, Michigan and Pennsylvania; as an instructor for an LPN program in Missouri; and as a school nurse volunteer in New Hampshire. Locally she worked many years at Community Hospital and the Heart Specialists. Carol was respected by physicians and colleagues for her extensive medical knowledge and diagnostic skills. She impacted countless lives.
However, family was always first and foremost to Carol. Whether it was a trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show with her sisters, or afternoons releasing home-grown monarch butterflies with her grandkids, she consistently invested her energies with her family. She lived her life with a positive attitude and an infectious smile.
Relatives and friends are invited to greet our family at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, 441 North George Street, Millersville, PA, 17551 on Sunday, December 3, from 6-8PM; and again on Monday, December 4, from 9-9:45AM at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603, where a Memorial Mass will begin 10AM. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carol’s memory may be offered to St. Ignatius Nursing and Rehab Center in Philadelphia (www.stinrc.org), or to St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church “Sacrificial Giving Fund” (www.stphilipmillersville.org).
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Condolences to the Family
December 11, 2017
So sorry to learn of Carol’s death. She was always so welcoming at any event we attended and we appreciated her friendliness. Our prayers are with all of you.
December 04, 2017
Special thoughts and love to all of you.
Carol brightened and brought joy to everyone!
Phyllis Hargrove
December 03, 2017
We will miss Carol’s warmth and infectious smile. She was a grand lady. Mark and Kathy Friend
December 03, 2017
Our sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to Paul, Joe, Steve, and Anne and families. What a great loss! She will be missed! She could always make us laugh and she caused everyone she knew to look on the bright side!
She was an inspiration. She never seemed to let her struggle with her health get her down. She always had a positive attitude!
I remember when I first met her. I told myself, I wanted to be just like her!
Love to all,
Sherrie Dragoo
December 02, 2017
Paul and Family – am so sorry to hear about Carol’s passing. Just a note to let you know you are in our thoughts. We were your neighbors in Springdale Farms on West Charlotte. Ray and Gale Booth
December 02, 2017
Sending our condolences to Joe and family. Larry and I are both so sorry for your loss. Saying a prayer for you all. Jamie and Larry Adams
December 01, 2017
To the Gokey Family and all the family – We are so sorry for your loss of your wonderful mother/grandmother. She had such a full life centered around her loved ones. It will take time for the sadness to ease. Love, Michael and Virginia Young
December 01, 2017
Paul and family,
I am so sadeened to learn of Carol’s death. What a wonderful little woman she was. She was a big part of my time at Bryn Mawr. God bless you all.
Patty Epprecht
December 01, 2017
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you comfort and peace.
Rachel Clarke
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- Sunday, December 03, 2017
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 441 North George Street
- Millersville, PA 17551
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- Monday, December 04, 2017
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- 2111 Millersville Pike
- Lancaster, PA
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- Monday, December 04, 2017
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