My mom lost her battle with Alzheimer’s on June 28, 2020. This year’s (2020) narrative for the purple flower will be the focus on my mother’s pursuit of knowledge and her gift for research. I am beyond honored they chose to share my mother’s journey with Alzheimer’s.
Carol A. Minkus of New Hampton, New York, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 28, 2020 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's.
Carol graduated from Goshen High School then attended Vassar Brothers Hospital, School of Nursing in Poughkeepsie, NY, graduating in 1959 and began a successful career as a registered nurse. While working at Vassar Brothers Hospital, Carol met and cared for veteran, Richard (Dick) Minkus Sr. The two married on February 12th, 1960. Carol worked at Horton Memorial Hospital in the pediatric unit for many years until her retirement. Carol was known and respected for her hard work, compassion and dedication to her family and her patients. She was the loving and caring mother to Richard (Ricky) and Lori. She will forever be remembered as a self-less and loving mom.
Carols greatest joy was being a grandmother to Joe, Kim, Tom, Matt and Erin. She enjoyed watching and participating in their various activities. In 2011, she was delighted to become a first-time great grandmother to Livia Dembeck, followed by four more great grandchildren. All of whom she loved and touched deeply.
Carol’s legacy will continue to live on by giving the ultimate gift, to Mount Sinai Hospital, Bronx, NY for their “The Gift of Knowledge” program, for Alzheimer’s and brain research.
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