Carol Lillis, 80; Retired Enfield School Teacher; Benefactor of Johnson Memorial Hospital's Stafford Campus

From Leete-Stevens Funeral Home.

Carol Lillis, 80, of Enfield, wife of the late Guy Lillis, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at home surrounded by her loving family and caregivers.

She was born on March 16, 1934 in Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Joseph and Doris.

Carol attended the University of Rhode Island where she met Guy. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire, where she was a member of Chi Omega, and began teaching in Wilton CT. Carol was a teacher of young children in the Enfield School System for many years retiring in 1992; she had taught at the Country Day Kindergarten, Henry Barnard, Nathan Hale, Alcorn, and Enfield Street Schools. She was a member of P.E.O. and the honorary teaching society, ADK. She enjoyed reading and playing Bridge with friends and was devoted to her church where she was a Sunday School Teacher, Vestry & Choir member, and Junior Warden at St Mary’s Church (now Holy Trinity Church).

Carol is survived by a son Mark Lillis and his wife Lisa of South Windsor; four grandchildren Andrew, Michael, Christine, and Joseph and a daughter-in-law Donna Lillis of Waterford.

In addition to her husband she was predeceased by a son David Lillis.
Carol and Guy enjoyed a long retirement before some health issues interfered. They took many trips around the US and Europe. They were original benefactors to Johnson Memorial Hospital’s Stafford campus where Carol volunteered. They loved to eat out and dance to some live music or see a show. After Guy’s death, Carol continued her love for restaurants. She left good memories at The Country Diner in Enfield and Kathy’s Restaurant in Somers where she was a regular for so many years. Her beloved companion and caregiver Awa Foon was her shopping buddy, sister, and restaurant companion for more than 3 years as Carol’s eye sight and Alzheimer’s limited Carol’s driving and home skills.

The family is forever grateful for Awa and Companions & Homemaker’s compassionate care.

Her family will receive friends on Friday, March 13th from 4 to 7 p.m. at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 14th at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 383 Hazard Avenue, Enfield followed by a reception at the church hall.

A committal service will be held on Monday, April 6th at 11 a.m. at Glenwood Cemetery in East Greenwich, RI.

Memorial donations may be made to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 383 Hazard Avenue, Enfield, CT 06082.