Carole Lilian Hutcherson, 82, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 26th, 2020. She is predeceased by her parents Albert and Ella Dixon, brothers Albert and Geoff and her beloved husband John Hutcherson. Carole ascended to Heaven surrounded by many loved ones in her final moments, including several of her children and all of her eight grandchildren. Carole is survived and deeply loved by her sister Jeannette Colley, children Anita Hutcherson, Andrew Hutcherson, Jason Gardiner and Lynn Sutton, and grandchildren Shawn Sutton, Chaz Sutton, Elizah Hutcherson, Sydney Hutcherson, Janeisia Gardiner, Wesley Hutcherson, Isaiah Gardiner and Blake Hutcherson, as well as many nieces and nephews, stepchildren, extended family and friends.
Born in 1937 in Kingston, England, Carole survived World War II and completed a technical college for seamstressing in London. Carole met and fell in love with John Hutcherson, an American Air Force airman and trombone player, in her early 20s. She came to the United States in 1960 and began raising her family with John. John and Carole traveled to various duty stations, including Nebraska and Germany, and eventually settled in Philadelphia. In addition to being a mother, Carole worked over a period of forty years as a restaurant server, retail salesperson, and factory worker.
Carole was extremely witty and loved all things British. She loved road trips, plants and flowers, knitting, shopping, songs by Tom Jones and Publisher’s Clearinghouse. Carole loved her family dearly; she was always sending off a letter or a small gift to her children and grandchildren, or on the phone catching up with her many friends and family. Her grandchildren were her greatest pride and joy, and she made sure they all knew she loved them deeply.
A Celebration of Life and internment for Carole will be held in the Spring of 2021 at Northwood Cemetery, 1501 Haines Street, Philadelphia PA (subject to COVID restrictions), where Carole will be laid to rest for eternity with her husband John.
1501 Haines Street, Philadelphia, PA 19126
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We last saw aunt Carole just a couple of years ago when we stayed with her and Andrew for a week.
We had a wonderful time with them, having drinks, sharing laughs and telling stories. Aunt Carole’s sense of humour always brought a smile or a laugh.
Aunt Carole was very much like her brother Geoff (our dad and husband), with her quick responses, the sparkle in her eye when you knew she was up to something, or when she was arguing about something Andrew told her to do (for her own good). We have great memories of our time with her going back over many years. You’ll forever be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. RIP Aunt. Love from Tony (nephew) Michele and Chris (sister-in-law xxx
We last saw aunt Carole just a couple of years ago when we stayed with her and Andrew for a week.
We had a wonderful time with them, having drinks, sharing laughs and telling stories. Aunt Carole’s sense of humour always brought a smile or a laugh.
Aunt Carole was very much like her brother Geoff (our dad and husband), with her quick responses, the sparkle in her eye when you knew she was up to something, or when she was arguing about something Andrew told her to do (for her own good). We have great memories of our time with her going back over many years. You’ll forever be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. RIP Aunt. Love from Tony (nephew) Michele and Chris (sister-in-law xxx
We last saw aunt Carole just a couple of years ago when we stayed with her and Andrew for a week.
We had a wonderful time with them, having drinks, sharing laughs and telling stories. Aunt Carole’s sense of humour always brought a smile or a laugh.
Aunt Carole was very much like her brother Geoff (our dad and husband), with her quick responses, the sparkle in her eye when you knew she was up to something, or when she was arguing about something Andrew told her to do (for her own good). We have great memories of our time with her going back over many years. You’ll forever be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. RIP Aunt. Love from Tony (nephew) Michele and Chris (sister-in-law xxx
We last saw aunt Carole just a couple of years ago when we stayed with her and Andrew for a week.
We had a wonderful time with them, having drinks, sharing laughs and telling stories. Aunt Carole’s sense of humour always brought a smile or a laugh.
Aunt Carole was very much like her brother Geoff (our dad and husband), with her quick responses, the sparkle in her eye when you knew she was up to something, or when she was arguing about something Andrew told her to do (for her own good). We have great memories of our time with her going back over many years. You’ll forever be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. RIP Aunt. Love from Tony (nephew) Michele and Chris (sister in law xxx
Dear Carole! Mi Señora Inglesa! I was looking forward to seeing you again after all of this Covid stuff! This has left a Hole In My Heart. I will treasure all our moments together our laughs. I will miss your voice, your Beautiful Accent, which I love to hear every time I saw you. Thank you for all the memories I will treasure them All. My Condolences to the Entire Family. You Will Be Missed. Rest In Peace My Sweet Carole. 😇💔
We are standing with all of you in prayer. Our hearts are broken along with yours. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Love, Grace and Peace Deborah & Jackie Brooks
I am saddened that we lost Aunt Carole, but I’m glad that she isn’t suffering anymore. I look forward to the day when we can all be reunited with her and other loved ones when Christ returns to take us to heaven. Sleep well Aunt Carole. Your niece,
Toni
Carol was a good friend and neighbour Jason and my Jason used to play together and my Jason was always up at carol she loved him so much like her own the both off them where little gits they used to play football and get up to all sorts of mischief love them and she used to say I was to hard on my Jason love her then I meet her nephew when I was out one night not knowing that they were related and had a great nephew Shaun and great niece Amy I remember going to meet Andrew at the American base with her even if he was only there for an hour she would drive to see him and I would go to keep her company I was so glad we got to see her last year and even though her time was extended I few off her old neighbours was able to see her also my mum was sad to hear as she was very fond off carol her heart was always in America with her family she was a great friend and she was family to always in our hearts 💕 for ever
Oh Aunt Carole, I will surely miss the sound of your voice and our telephone conversations. Be at peace dear Aunt, I will miss you. Love Deenie
My condoleances 💐, From your description I feel Carole was a very lovely and special lady. I like all her hobbies very much. Sorry for your loss, but truly hope you will find strength in your dear memories with her. Stay strong together. Regards Danielle, sister of Carly
Beautiful Carole, I wish we’d had the chance to know one another in person; I almost feel as though we did as I’ve heard so many sweet stories about you. You were so very loved and respected. Rest in comfort and peace, and our prayers for and love to you Andrew, Carly, and family.