of Fayetteville, AR

January 25, 1959 - March 18, 2025

Carolyn Jo Franco, age 66, of Fayetteville, Arkansas passed from this earthly life on Tuesday, March 18th, 2025 at her home with family by her side. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on January 25th, 1959 to Dunford Densmore Elliott and Doris Virginia Lindsey Elliott.

Carolyn enjoyed reading and working puzzles. She was an excellent cook and her kitchen was always open to the neighborhood. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. "Her laughter was the music of our home, a melody of joy and comfort. She found light even in the darkest moments, teaching us that laughter and love could walk hand in hand. Though we will miss the sound of her laughter, its echo lives on in our hearts, reminding us to embrace life with the same warmth and grace she did."

Survivors include her husband of 25 years, Nicholas Franco of the home; daughter, Amanda Halsted of Fayetteville; two sons, Austin Chandler of Fayetteville and Adam Chandler (Sara Littleton) of Lowell; grandchildren, Alexis Bailey Chandler of Fayetteville, April Brianna Chandler of Van Buren, Zaylenn Littleton of Lowell and Emery Littleton also of Lowell; one sister, Ginger Lott (Ricky) of Hattiesburg, Mississippi and many extended family, friends and neighbors who will also mourn her passing.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, Dunford and Doris Elliott and two infant siblings.

Graveside services for Carolyn will be 2:00 PM Friday, March 21st, 2025 at Dongola Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Mike Sypult officiating. Bearers will be Austin Chandler, Adam Chandler, Sara Littleton, Danny Baker, Franky McKay and Ricky Lott.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Coffman Funeral Home
923 Highway 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com