Carolyn M. Woolsey

Carolyn M. Woolsey (nee Jahnsen) of Cedar Hill, Missouri, was born December 18, 1965 in St. Louis, Missouri to Leo and Josephine (nee Salamone) Jahnsen and passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at the age of 60 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Josephine (nee Salamone) Jahnsen; brother, James Jahnsen; nephew, Michael Jahnsen. She is survived by her loving husband, John D. Woolsey II; children, John D. (Jennifer) Woolsey III, Jessica J. (Kody) Gray, Jodi E. Woolsey, Jeni D. (Matt) Williams, Joseph P. Woolsey and Julia I. Woolsey; grandchildren, John IV, Josey, Nora, Cade and Kolter; siblings, Virginia (Lou) Bohn, Steve (Denette) Jahnsen, Michael (Nancy) Jahnsen, Anna Marie (Ronnie) Short, John (Johnna) Jahnsen, Paul Jahnsen, Joe (Wanda) Jahnsen and Jennifer (Mike) Jones; along with many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Carolyn will be remembered as a loving and devoted woman whose greatest joy in life was her family. She cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren, loving them with all her heart and creating memories they will treasure forever. She found happiness in the simple pleasures of life, whether she was casting a line while fishing, tending to her garden, creating beautiful crafts with her hands, or caring for her beloved chickens. Carolyn's kind spirit, hardworking nature, and unwavering love for those around her will leave a lasting legacy in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Chapel Hill Mortuary, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri 63016. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in House Springs. Interment will immediately follow at Our Lady Queen of Peace Byrnesville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made on behalf of Carolyn Woolsey to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.

Carolyn M. Woolsey

December 18, 1965 - July 30, 2026