Carol Ingraham

"When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure"

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Carol Ingraham, beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend. She passed away peacefully on the 16th of April at the age of 85.

She was born on the 8th of November 1939 in St Charles. MO to the late John and Ida (Gentemann) Zerjav. She attended St. Peter Catholic school and graduated from Duchesne High School in 1957. On September 28, 1963 she married William Ray "Bill" Ingraham, who passed away on July 15, 2015. She moved to Shoreline WA after her wedding and started attending St Luke Catholic Church.

Carol was known for her kindness, generosity, sense of humor, and faith. She touched the lives of many people and left a lasting impact on everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. She always put her family first, ensuring they were loved, supported, and cherished.

She was proud of working at McDonnell Aircraft Corp. on Project Mercury, which put the first Americans into space. She also worked for Generra on hypercolor clothing and retired from Highlands West Dental in an administrative role at the age of 80. She was active with Vacation Bible School and was a lecturer at St Luke for many years.

Carol is survived by her five children, Nicole (Michael), Coleen, Jon (Christiene), Bryon (Amber), Eric (Delynn), and her brother Thomas (Kay). She also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents and husband Bill, Carol was preceded in death by her brothers, John (Paulette), Robert (Dorothy), Frank, her nephews Johnny Jay, Paul, and niece Pamela.

A celebration of Carol's life will take place on June 27th at St. Luke Catholic Church in Shoreline, WA, beginning at 11:00 AM. Following the service, a reception will be held, after which Carol's inurnment will take place at Holyrood Cemetery at 2:00 PM.

Rest in peace Mom. You have touched our lives in ways we will never forget.

With love and gratitude,
Your Children