Carol Younghans

Carol (Berger) Younghans passed away at home on January 25 after a long illness and embraced her passing by using medical aid in dying. She was born in Denver on May 23, 1943, the daughter of Sid and Ruth Berger, and grew up on Raleigh Street in a West Side Jewish neighborhood. As an adult looking back, she recognized what an extraordinarily special place Raleigh Street was and cherished her memories of street dances on the High Holy Jewish holidays and summer evenings playing hide-n-go-seek and waiting for the ice cream man. Neighbors took care of each other, and you always felt safe.

And well-fed!

Carol was a dedicated educator of kids and teachers for 42 years. She was passionate about books; thoughtful discussions; writing; music (especially opera); dance (especially the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre); physical fitness; hiking; traveling; cats; and animal rights and welfare.

She was a gentle, kind-hearted soul with a keen mind and quick wit.

Carol never gave up her hope for peace on earth.

She is survived by her son David Younghans (Lafayette, CO); daughter-in-law Charity Younghans (Lafayette); brother Ron Berger (Portland, Oregon); sister-in-law Martha Sullivan Berger (Portland); sister-in-law Sandy Younghans (Lafayette); long-term partner and love of her life Ray Hockedy (Boulder, CO); and many loved and valued friends.

Predeceased by brother Mike Berger, Tucson, Arizona

Contributions can be made in Carol’s name to The Trees Remember:alivingtribute.org

Condolences may be sent to Ray Hockedy, 2725 Northbrook Pl, Boulder, CO, 80304