Carole Ann Koerper

Carole Ann Koerper, age 71, of Toledo, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 8, 1953 in Portland, Oregon to Fred and Marie (Nye) Feldman. Before graduating from St.Wendolin High School in Fostoria, Carole was crowned Homecoming Queen by her sister who had won the same honor the previous year. She continued her education, graduating from Mercy School of Nursing. Becoming a Registered Nurse was a life goal and something Carole was so excited to attain. She began her nursing career at Mercy Hospital in Toledo and then moved onto working with Hospice of Northwest Ohio, until finally retiring from St. Vincent-Mercy Hospital after working more than 20 years in the medical field. Carole was a kind and gentle person and caring for people was her passion. She treated each patient as if they were her family. Through her career, Carole nurtured many lifelong friendships with her peers, patients and their families. 

She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother, treasuring every moment spent with family and friends. When it came to her grandchildren, Carole made every visit or outing special, filled with laughter, love and memories. As her own babies grew into adults and parents with children of their own, Carole's heart beamed with pride watching her family grow. 

Carole was a talented seamstress making beautiful prom and homecoming dresses for her daughters. She also made the vail her daughter Jessica wore for her wedding. Carole's talents didn't stop with sewing, she was also an avid gardener tending to her "Better Homes and Gardens" worthy flowers. In addition to having a green thumb, she would also create seasonal wreathes and decorations with the flowers she grew and sometimes dried for her home and many others homes. 

Carol will be remembered for her unending love and support for others, especially those in need. Her warm smile and the twinkle in her beautiful blue eyes will forever be a special memory for those she loved.

In addition to her parents, Carole was also preceded in death by her loving son, Benjamin Koerper, sister, Diana Sacksteder and former husband & best friend, Joseph Koerper. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Jessica Koerper of Charleston, SC, Amy Koerper of Toledo and Megan Koerper of Toledo; son-in-law, Jim Daschbach of Charleston, SC; grandchildren, Kyle, Jimmy, Cameron, Abby, Blake, Bella and Isaac; sisters, Linda Feldman of Tiffin, Lisa (Jeff) Fuller of Toledo and Lori Feldman of Tiffin and niece & nephew, Tiffany & Derek. Also left to cherish Carole's memory are many longtime friends and nursing school peers.

The family will receive guests Sunday, January12, 2025 from 4-8:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, West Sylvania Chapel, 3655 King Rd. (419-392-9500) and Monday, January 13, 2025 from 10-11:00 am at Little Flower Catholic Church, 5522 Dorr St. Toledo, followed by a Memorial Mass beginning at 11 am. Officiating will be Fr. Jason Kahle and Fr. Joseph Steinbauer.

In recognition of Carole's dedication to nursing, the Nurse Honor Guard will perform a ceremony honoring her on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Those wishing to make a Memorial Contribution in Carole's memory are asked to consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio. 

The funeral mass on Monday will be livestreamed at littleflowertoledo.org 

To share a special memory or leave a message for the Koerper Family, please visit the Guest Book.