Carol Kalish | Behm Family Funeral Homes

Carol Kalish

December 25, 1927 - January 9, 2024

Carol Kalish, age 96, of Painesville, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at her home. She was born on December 25, 1927 to William Baker and Mary Kohut in Cleveland.

Carol worked in the food industry for much of her life. She cashiered, and also helped open and train people at new restaurants. She was spunky, and lived her life to the fullest each day. She enjoyed taking rides to the casino, traveling, and good food. She was always young at heart, even in her golden years.

She is survived by her children, Tom, Drew, Patricia, Michael, Jamie, Mary (Johnny), Genny (Jack), Peter, Chris, and Nancy; 16 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a few great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; her late husband, Joseph; her infant son; Tom’s late wife, Donna; and her grandson, Jason.

Behm Family Funeral Home of Madison is assisting the family at this time. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com

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Carol Kalish, age 96, of Painesville, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at her home. She was born on December 25, 1927 to William Baker and Mary Kohut in Cleveland. Carol worked in the food industry for much of her life. She cashiered, and also helped open and train people at new restaurants. She was …
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My Aunt Carol...my 'other Mother". She will be missed but our hearts are smiling because we all know she is wrapped in Uncle Joe's arms. Rest in peace Aunt Carol.

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Tom, Mark and all. We are so very sorry for your loss. She was a great gal. Always fun! Our love and sympathy to you.

Dear Aunt Carol, It seems like half my childhood was spent in Madison, so many family get-togethers. A kinder, loving, more patient Aunt I could not have had. Love and prayers for you, all my cousins and their families.

There are never enough words for the loss of someone so special! We will love you forever! Your legacy will live through all of us! We love you so much Nana!! Forever we will love you!!

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We're going to miss you, Nana. The times we had together will never be forgotten. Love you always. ❤️

Nana Carol was THE GREATEST,spunky,full of life,woman i have ever met. She will be greatly missed.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.