Carolyn Graves Fielden passed away on August 17, 2024, at the age of 100. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and unconditional love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the South Clinton community, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and strength. She worked in the Oak Ridge Cafeteria during World War II and enjoyed being a homemaker after marrying the love of her life Glenn Fielden. Gardening was her joy, and she possessed a natural talent for nurturing plants. She was a member of Second Baptist Church for 59 years.

The daughter of Herbert Graves and Lillie Frye Graves, Carolyn was born December 8, 1923. Brothers who predeceased her were JC, Vinson, Bud, Harold and Ellery Graves. Sisters were Naomi Demarcus, Rubylee Fielden, Barbara Hutchison, Deane Pointer and Charlotte Bell.

Her husband, Glenn and daughter, Lisa Fielden Mefford preceded her in death.

She is survived by sister Sharon (Jr) Hale of Heiskell. Surviving children: Kaye Russell of Clinton, Roger (Laura) Fielden of Augusta GA, Debbie (Tracy) Day of Pensacola FL, David (Cindy) Fielden of Ten Mile TN and Janet (Bob) Ohland of Plymouth MN.

Grandchildren: Derek (Amanda) Russell, Chad (Angela) Russell, Emily (Jason) Spence, Sam (Christy) Fielden, Jessy (Ryan) Estroff, Graham (Amber) Day, Tyler (Adonica) Day, Laura (fiancé Matt Gaston) Fielden, Aaron (Emily) Fielden, Ryan (Tia) Mefford, Mike Ohland and Jill (Tyler Fierst) Ohland. Thirteen great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends will miss her as well.

The family would like to thank Nancy Kay Jerrell, Mary Lou Cameron and Kay Stokes for the wonderful love and care that was given to our mother.

Receiving of friends will be from 11-1, Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. Her funeral service will begin at 1 pm with Rev. Tyler Sulfridge officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton.

Holley Gamble Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

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