In memory of

Carolina Ileana Perez

Apr 10, 1976
Aug 8, 2017

Obituary

It is with great sadness that the family of Carolina Ileana Perez announces her passing on August 8th 2017 after putting up a strong fight against pulmonary hypertension.

Carolina, the eldest of four children, was born April 10, 1976 in Los Angeles, CA to parent Maria Castañeda and Juan Perez.

After growing up in Pomona, CA she left behind many friends and family to move to Keizer, OR to be with her mother and siblings. She began working at Lowes in 2006 where she touch the lives of many customers who later on considered her a kind hearted friend.

Carolina was a strong and loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend who never turned her back on someone in need. She had a big and beautiful heart that went well with her kind soul. Everyone who got to know her was able to see what a great person she was.  Her words of wisdom and courage helped so many people, and her smile always brightened everyone’s day.

She loved listing to oldies and spending time with her family and friends. She especially loved it when her ”kiddos” would go visit her.

Carolina is survived by her mother Maria Hanshaw, her siblings; Diana Leaf, Suzy Ramirez and Joseph Hanshaw. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews; Brandon Silberman, Victoria Romero, Alexander Romero, Derick Ramirez, Rocco Leaf and Damian Ramirez.

She was preceded in death by her father Juan Angel Perez who passed away on May 12, 2014.

Service Information

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Sunday August 13, 2017  4-6pm
Johnson Funeral Home
134 Missouri Ave S Salem, OR 97302

Messages of Sympathy

  1. Beverly Ortiz aka Lil one says:

    Carol aka. Seria,You will always and forever be in my heart ! You baddled a hard one but now u are free of no pain. As for us we shed tears and we are broken to loose such a great good hearted person we will meet again love you my Seria... I'm so sorry for your loss...

  2. MARC ANTHONY RODRIGUEZ says:

    WOW , I'M SPEECHLESS ..... I MET CAROL PEREZ BACK IN 2003 - 2004 , SHE WAS PURCHASING MEXICAN SWEET BREAD IN MANTECA , CALIFORNIA WHEN SHE APPROACHED ME AND STARTED TALKING TO ME , WE GOT TOGETHER FOR DINNER AND DRINKS , VERY SPECIAL MEMORIES THAT I WILL FOREVER TREASURE IN MY HEART . I'M GONNA MISS YOU MY BEAUTIFUL CHICANA !

  3. Anonymous says:

    Mi mas centido pesame para la fam.ella fue una guerrera asta el final peleo x su vida pero ya esta descansando siempre se le recordara

  4. Maria Romero Rios says:

    Carol was and still is in spirit a family member of the Romero. We consider her as the little sister. She is just one step ahead of the rest of us. See you soon Carol!

  5. Lisa Barker says:

    Love you Carol. You were a blessing in my life and I am thankful to have called you "friend". Peace be with you.

  6. NARCISA SALAZAR GALLARDO says:

    SPECIAL TO MANY YOUR GIVING AND LOVING HEART ALWAYS READY TO HELP I WILL NEVER FORGET THE HOW YOU OPENED YOUR HEART TO CARE FOR MY DAUGHTER IF NEEDED ALTHOUGH YOU BOTH NEVER MET KNOWING YOU WERE THERE READY AND WILLING TO HELP NEVER WENT UNNOTICED... I WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBER YOU AND IN RETURN BE HERE FOR YOUR LOVE ONE'S...BE BLESSED IN HEAVEN ❤

  7. Ixtlizochitls ( sochi) Sintora says:

    Carolina was one the sweetest and nicest person. I have ever met. We met in elementary if I recall right. Then when we got to Jr.high even though some of us went our separate ways. We always said Hi to each other. She never changed that kind soul she was. We lost contact after but because of Facebook .Carolina found me and since then we kept in touch. I later found out how sick she was but she still found time to make some pretty bracelets. I recently was moving jewelry to another box when I saw the pretty bracelets she made me. I am so sorry I never got to see you as adults my friend but I want you to know I feel safe knowing you are up in Heaven looking after us. I will always cherish our friendship. Love akways

  8. Lourdes Sánchez says:

    I remember my mom told me one day Carolina' is a very special woman she has a special soul and a big heart you will be missed see you on the other side of the rainbow when our time comes!!

  9. Carol hults says:

    You were a good freind at work helped me talked to me when I needed a freind you will be deeply missed now you can let your wing fly ands ennui being wirh your dad

  10. Johnson Funeral Home Staff says:

    Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home. Carolina was a beloved family member who will be greatly missed.

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