In Memory Of
Carolyn Roberts Lehotay
1928
2022
Carolyn Roberts Lehotay
August 21, 1928 — August 4, 2022
Carolyn Roberts Lehotay (née Chase), 93, of Orlando, Florida, died peacefully in her home on August 4, 2022. She was born on August 21, 1928 in Oak Park, Illinois, to Carroll Gayton Chase and Lucie Mae Chase (née Roberts).
She is survived by her daughters in Florida, Jean Ellen Potter of Orlando, Judith Susan Alderman of Clermont, Kathryn Ferdinandsen of Edgewater, and Diane Marie Fray of Oviedo, and her son, Steven John Lehotay of Oreland, Pennsylvania. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and three step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Louis Lehotay, in 1988, and her son, David Andrew Lehotay, in 2005.
Carolyn was an avid walker for decades of her life until she broke her hip in 2000, from which she never fully recovered. For the last 11 months of her life, she lost her mobility and her hearing comprehension, but she did not lose her memories or ability to communicate. She was a kind-hearted and open-minded soul who always saw the good in others. She was a devoted wife from 1950 until widowed 38 years later, and a loving and caring mother to the end.
Although Carolyn liked to travel, she also loved being home. During their travels, her family would send her bells, and she could always say who sent which one among the hundreds she received. She lived simply by preference, not out of necessity. As an only child, she always managed well on her own, but she also enjoyed talking with family, friends, company, and strangers. She was full of stories, mostly about her family, and she always said things plainly and honestly. She never pried in the lives of others but was always there to listen and give wise advice if asked for it.
Carolyn loved to read novels, listen to music, follow the news, do crosswords and other puzzles, watch Jeopardy, and make lists and organize information, including her family tree. For instance, she was pleased to learn that her Chase family ancestors arrived in New England just ten years after the Mayflower.
In the spirit of positivity in keeping with her character, Carolyn did not want a funeral, but instead she planned a "celebration of life" at a reunion to be held in her memory when every family member could attend. As she was bedridden for the last 11 months of her life, she spent many hours telling stories about her long life and describing the type of event and atmosphere she wanted in honor not just of her, but of her entire family.
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, East Orlando Chapel is serving the family.
She is survived by her daughters in Florida, Jean Ellen Potter of Orlando, Judith Susan Alderman of Clermont, Kathryn Ferdinandsen of Edgewater, and Diane Marie Fray of Oviedo, and her son, Steven John Lehotay of Oreland, Pennsylvania. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and three step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Louis Lehotay, in 1988, and her son, David Andrew Lehotay, in 2005.
Carolyn was an avid walker for decades of her life until she broke her hip in 2000, from which she never fully recovered. For the last 11 months of her life, she lost her mobility and her hearing comprehension, but she did not lose her memories or ability to communicate. She was a kind-hearted and open-minded soul who always saw the good in others. She was a devoted wife from 1950 until widowed 38 years later, and a loving and caring mother to the end.
Although Carolyn liked to travel, she also loved being home. During their travels, her family would send her bells, and she could always say who sent which one among the hundreds she received. She lived simply by preference, not out of necessity. As an only child, she always managed well on her own, but she also enjoyed talking with family, friends, company, and strangers. She was full of stories, mostly about her family, and she always said things plainly and honestly. She never pried in the lives of others but was always there to listen and give wise advice if asked for it.
Carolyn loved to read novels, listen to music, follow the news, do crosswords and other puzzles, watch Jeopardy, and make lists and organize information, including her family tree. For instance, she was pleased to learn that her Chase family ancestors arrived in New England just ten years after the Mayflower.
In the spirit of positivity in keeping with her character, Carolyn did not want a funeral, but instead she planned a "celebration of life" at a reunion to be held in her memory when every family member could attend. As she was bedridden for the last 11 months of her life, she spent many hours telling stories about her long life and describing the type of event and atmosphere she wanted in honor not just of her, but of her entire family.
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, East Orlando Chapel is serving the family.
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