Wassaic – Leona May Carol, 92, a lifelong resident of Wassaic, NY, passed away June 8th, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born November 26th, 1923 in Falls Village, CT to the late Charles and Nellie (Doty) French. On May 11, 1941 she married Lyle (Pat) Carol in Amenia, NY. Leona (known as Nana to many), enjoyed singing, writing poetry and her family.
She is survived by her daughters Patricia (Richard) Christiansen of Amenia, NY, Nany (Rodney) Richards of Wassaic, NY and sons Roger (Frani) Carol of South Daytona, FL and Stephen King of Wassaic, NY and many grand and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Pat, son Jermy and her daughter Sandy.
There will be a graveside prayer Friday June 17th 2016 at 2:00pm at the Amenia Island Cemetery.
Take My Hand
Take my hand, so you won’t fall,
I’ll be here, by your side,
My shoulder you can lean on,
In me you can confide.
Take my hand, you need someone,
When something makes you blue,
We all need someone stronger,
‘Til we can see things through.
Take my hand, don’t be afraid,
I’ll never let you down,
Your heart will feel much lighter
To have someone around.
Take my hand, and hold it tight,
And talk your cares away.
When things start looking brighter
It’s then I’ll hear you say:
“Thanks for the hand you gave me,
Your kindness you have shown,
Now let another hold that hand,
Cause I can walk alone”
- Leona Carol
