Carol Anne Calhoun, 85, of Ocean View, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes. Carol was born in Coatesville, Pa., to the late Rev. Alvin Wallace and Elizabeth Edna (Baxter) Copper. Carol graduated from Upper Darby High School and West Chester State College in West Chester, Pa.

Carol was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose life was defined by devotion to her family, a willingness to try new things, and an appreciation for life’s simple pleasures. She and Joe shared 63 wonderful years of marriage, creating a lifetime of memories, family, friendship and adventure.

Carol was an adventurous and good-natured woman who was always willing to try something new, from a sailing cruise to skiing. She even joined in Thursday couples’ golf and enjoyed playing courses during travels.

She loved mahjong and helped a small group grow into a group of 25 at Salt Pond. Carol treasured the friendships and laughter and the competition that came with the game.

Carol had a particular love for mysteries and possessed the remarkable ability to read them while taking a nap. Carol also loved cooking, spending hours watching and editing television cooking shows, and browsing for books at Barnes & Noble.

Carol’s greatest joy was her family. She adored her children, grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. She was also an enthusiastic Christmas shopper, beginning in February and continuing until the last mailing day before Christmas to find something special for everyone.

Carol began her career as a teacher in Upper Darby, Pa., and later taught at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska. She went on to work as an administrative assistant for Progressive Construction companies in Maryland.

Carol will be remembered for her kindness, humor and deep devotion to family. Her love and legacy will live on in all who knew her.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Joseph Jr.; and daughter, Jodi Anne (Calhoun) Brinkman. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Donnell Calhoun; three grandchildren, Cody (Emilie) of Jacksonville, Fla., CJ (Kelsey) of Monroe, Mich., and Curtis of Monroe; and great-grandchildren, Penny, Zoey, Little Cody, Andrew, Henry, Lila and Elena.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 12, at Mariners Bethel Global Methodist Church, 81 Central Ave., Ocean View. Family and friends may begin visiting at 10 a.m. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mariners Bethel Global Methodist Church.