Carolyn Jean (Carpenter) Damyanovich, 84, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. 

Carolyn was born on November 14, 1941, in Hibbing, Minnesota, to Esther and Verl Carpenter. She attended Hibbing High School and on June 1, 1963, she married the love of her life, David Damyanovich. 

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Esther and Verl Carpenter; her brothers, Dennis, Ronald, and Kenneth Carpenter; and her beloved husband, David Damyanovich. 

She is survived by her children, Jeff (Renee), John (Jill), Kris (Ray) Kosey, and Jennifer (Bill) Kero; as well as cherished grandchildren David, Aleta, Megan, Josh, Taylor (Alex) , Raya (Dan), Alexia, Dylan, Cassandra (Mikayla), Paige (Chaz), Ryan (Courtney), Mikayla (Dan) and 9 great-grandchildren. Also by her sister, Verlin (Bob). 

She was an exceptional cook and enjoyed crafting and sewing. She enjoyed many years with her family on Swan Lake in Pengilly, Minnesota, where she made lasting memories with family and friends. She will be remembered for her kindness, creativity, and handmade treasures made for family and friends. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her. 

A private family service will be held at a later date.