Michael, Betsy and family,

Carole was the driving force behind anything relating to The Arts in Ames. We all owe her a huge thank you and debt of appreciation for everything she did for our community. I personally will never forget her support for my musical endeavors, rare was a time I would see her at an event when she wouldn't pull me aside to say: "Jim, come here, I have got an opportunity for you....."
We will all sorely miss her energy, knowledge and passion to get great things accomplished. Please find solace in the fact that she touched so many lives in a positive way. I will always cherish the memories of my dear friend.

I met Carole when I was 9 years old and auditioning for ACTORS and Ames Children's Theatre productions. She took me under her wing and taught me things about the business of theatre that I otherwise would never have learned as a young kid. I remember during The Sound of Music (Stephens Auditorium, 1983?) she was the one who taught me what an understudy was, and stage presence, and how to project 'to the guy up there in the back row'. I had some wonderful experiences in Ames due to Carole making opportunities happen for theater-lovers and arts collaborators. I live and work in New York City as an actor, and Carole's dedication and support is certainly a part of what I do in the arts. Honoring Carole, and wishing her family joy and peace.

Dear Jeffrey and Michael, we are so sorry for your loss of your Mom. We fondly remember Carole for her kind words of encouragement as we progressed in our respective careers. Carole always had kind words for me as a woman in science.
Our sincere condolences and a deep felt sympathy to you both and your families. Louisa and Ali Tabatabai

I think of Carole every day. She was a profound influence in my life as a child and as an adult. I loved being in and creating plays with Carole and Children's Theater. There is no one like her. I learned grace, compassion, and creativity from her. In my heart, always.

I just learned of Carole’s passing. I got to know Carole from when she brought Jack to the doctor appointments. Then we stayed in touch after Jack passed. She was an inspiration to a lot of people. I will miss her greatly. Always enjoyed chatting with her over anything and nothing. Fran Miller

I was privileged to celebrate family occasions with Carole over the past several years in Austin with Michael, Betsy, Rachel and Lena. I appreciated her sense of humor, her stories and the friendship she extended to me. May her memory be for a blessing and the words of all those writing here bring her family comfort today and in the days to come.

So sad the hear this! Carole was a force!! She was a wonderful neighbor! She assigned my kids tasks when they left to visit the boys and their families! Grace was in charge of “flushing the toilets” and Grant was in charge of “not eating all the chocolate”! And “helping water the plants”. Grace also made sure that the piano was workable during our plant watering, toilet flushing visits! We loved both Carole and Jack and they were great “Alley Neighbors”. Blessings to the entire family and know they will be missed by many!

Jeffrey and Michael.
I was so saddened to learn of your mom’s death. We lost touch shortly after my move to Colorado, but she remained an important friend in my life. I met her when I moved to Ames with my then husband Stew Hinerfeld, who had Aunt Maude’s. Carole’s passion for Children’s Theater influenced me to start Arts and Children Together Shortly after I moved to Marshalltown. I ran that organization for 20 years and consulted with your mom very frequently on finding performers, advice etc.
She was an amazing woman and I’m happy to have known her. My sincere condolences to you both and your families. Susan Hinerfeld Miller

Pat Underwood. I met Carole through the National League of American Pen Women because we mutually loved the arts. She & I would meet for lunch & go shopping together, which was a ball. What a wonderful, amazing friend!

Sympathy to the Horowitz family. We valued Carole's friendship and her many talents over the years. Heartfelt sympathy from the Knight family.

A light was truly lost with the passing of Carole. Her spirit, energy and drive for the fine and performing arts is what touched me the most. May she rest in peace.

Carole was a great lady. She always asked about my kids even years after they had outgrown Ames Children's Theater.She will be missed.

Carol was a real Ames Treasure. She will be missed greatly.
Randi and Steve Peters

We met Carol and Jack soon after we arrived in Ames, in 1973. Over the years, our paths crossed many times, and we came to appreciate the myriad of ways that she contributed to life in Ames. Over the last couple of years, as we have been more isolated, picking up her voice on KHOI brought back our connection. She will be missed!

So much wonderful energy directed towards her family and friends! Carole was SUCH an "encourager", "supporter", so open and warm, with a great sense of humor in the mix. I remember her very compassionate, warm eyes vividly. And her proud tales of Jeffrey and Michael and their families. I feel very honored to have known her in Ames. I watched her burial service via the Internet and was very moved by your words, Jeff and Michael. Thank you allowing me "in".

I first met Carole the year Michael started Kindergarten in my class at Crawford, and from that day on having Jeffrey too, I called her a friend. Every time we met, we talked furiously about our families, and always hoped to spend more time over coffee! She will be remembered for being an uplifting woman of the greatest character!
Love to the entire family,

Dear Micheal and Jeffrey,
My deepest condolences to you and your families. Carole was an important part of not only my life growing up but to both my parents for her friendship and support over many many years. Through births and deaths, Bar Mitzvahs and weddings, as well as more opening nights than I can count Carole was there as part of the foundation of our family. My heart hurts as I accept that she is gone. It is the end of an era.
Peace and loving memories be with you all.
Sara (Ellen) Herrnstadt Crosby
daughter of Helen and Dick Herrnstadt

Carole lost her husband Jack shortly after I lost my husband. We were in a support group for awhile. We discussed how we really did not “lose” them except they were no longer physically with us. She could not stay with the group but we would see each other once in awhile & talked of how we were doing. Rest In Peace, Carole!

I met Carole while working at ISU Theatre. She was a gem. She stood firm in her beliefs on how to best promote our productions, even when she met up with people that didn’t see her vision. I have many lovely pieces of jewelry from her, and all have been cherished in the many (30+ years) I have had them. She would never tell us how old she was, but enjoyed being celebrated. She once said “I’m never aging, just growing wiser”! To her family, I know this is a big loss. One says that deep grief is from deep love, and I believe she showed you that.

I remember your mom. Such a lovely lady & always smiling. May her memories of her always bring a smile. My condolences to you and your family on the loss of a beloved wife, mom, & grandma.
Melinda VanderGaast