Carolyn L. Brushaber

Carolynn L. Brushaber, age 83, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2026, in Coleman, Michigan.

Born on September 28, 1943, in Bay City, Michigan, Carolynn built a life centered on family, hard work, and the simple pleasures she enjoyed most. She attended Mid-Michigan Community College and M J Murphy Beauty College of Mt. Pleasant. For many years, Carolynn worked as an Assistant Activity Director with Brittany Manor, a profession through which she took great care of her clients.

Carolynn enjoyed cooking, especially preparing meals for her family. She also loved fishing and camping, and she was an avid Detroit Tigers fan. In addition, she enjoyed sewing and watching and supporting QVC. Time with family was especially important to her, and she cherished being with them, particularly her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughters, Vonda (Rick) Temple and Lana (Glen) Blades; her son, Rodney (Carrie) Brushaber; her grandchildren, Dereck (Sean), Kurtis (Ashley), Andrea (Sean), Cole (Amanda), Casey (Blake), and Preston; and four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving parents, Albert and Reva Ross, and her sister, Joyce Gandy.

Per Carolynn’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will follow at a later date. The Brushaber family is being cared for by Wilson Miller Funeral Home.