Obituaries

Carroll L. Palmer, 97, of Palmer Twp., PA died Friday, October 10, 2014 at Manor Care, Old Orchard.

Born July 1, 1917 in Wilson Borough, PA she was the daughter of the late Henry and Edna (Meissner) Eichlin. Her husband of 43 years, Colonel Henry Unangst Palmer died in 1985.

A 1935 graduate of Easton High School, she lived in Easton most of her life, although she resided briefly in San Francisco, Germany, and France with her husband. She was a volunteer member of the Red Cross during WWII.  She was a member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, Palmer Twp. where she served on the church council as well as many committees. She was a charter member of the Palmer Historical Society and a member of numerous organizations including the Palmer Republican Club, and the Easton Couturier Club, where she served as President. She was also an honorary life member of the PA Parents and Teachers Assoc.

Carroll was an avid nature enthusiast, history buff and loved to travel both domestically and internationally. Kind and generous to all, she drew people toward her from many circles.

She is survived by her son Henry K. Palmer and his partner Brian Scarpati of Philadelphia. Brothers: James and Henry Eichlin and sister: Ellen Gleue preceded her in death.

Services will be held Graveside 1:30 p.m. Wednesday (Oct. 15) at Easton Cemetery, North 7th St., Easton; the Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 3900 Freemansburg Ave., Easton, PA 18045.

Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.