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Official Obituary of

Carolyn A. Rogers-Harris

October 3, 1968 - October 13, 2024

Carolyn A. Rogers-Harris Obituary

Carolyn A. Rogers-Harris, age 56, of Holyoke, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024. She was born in Holyoke, daughter of the late Francis E. and Carol A. (Poitras) Rogers and was a graduate of Holyoke High School and Elms College. Carolyn was employed as an Admissions Coordinator at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley. Prior to her role at Mount Holyoke, Carolyn spent 26 years working in various administrative support roles and assisting residents of the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke. Carolyn had a passion for helping people, which showed through her intelligent, strong, and caring nature. She also touched the lives of many through her love of cake decorating. Carolyn was a volunteer at Greater Springfield Senior Services, Board Member of Holyoke Media Group, Organizer of Pelikan Pen Hubs Boston and Springfield. She was a Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor, and Certified Workshop Facilitator for the Kindness Rocks Project. Carolyn is survived by her husband, Daniel J. Harris; her children: Kirsten Morrissette (Clinton, IA); Douglas Morrissette and his wife Lara (Sterling, CO); a grandson, Odin (Sterling, CO); a brother, Steven Rogers and his wife Lisa (Holyoke, MA), and several nieces and nephews. Carolyn also leaves behind many cherished aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In addition to her parents, Carolyn is pre-deceased by brother Michael Rogers. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, October 23rd at 11:00 a.m. in the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton Street. Burial will follow at Saint Jerome Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Wednesday morning from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Veterans Home in Holyoke, Treasure’s Office, 110 Cherry Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

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Carolyn A. Rogers-Harris, age 56, of Holyoke, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024. She was born in Holyoke, daughter of the late Francis E. and Carol A. (Poitras) Rogers and was a graduate of Holyoke High School and Elms College. Carolyn was employed as an Admissions Coordinator at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley. Pri

Events

Visitation

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

9:00 am - 11:00 am

Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home

2049 Northampton Street Holyoke, MA 01040

Prayer Service

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

11:00 am

Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home

2049 Northampton Street Holyoke, MA 01040

Burial

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

4:00 pm

St. Jerome Cemetery, Holyoke