Carolyn Taylor Stuart, 84, of Dunkirk passed away January 3, 2026. She was born on December 21, 1941 in Eldon, MO to Garland Ray and Clara Mabel (Hodel) Taylor. Carolyn was raised in Barnett, MO and graduated from Eldon High School. She married Jesse Stuart in 1962 and moved to Maryland shortly after. Carolyn worked as a secretary for Prince George’s County Public Schools for many years and was an active church member, often playing the piano for services. In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing, yoga, gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband Jesse Ray Stuart, Jr. and her brother David Lee Taylor. She is survived by her sons Shane Stuart of Eldon, MO, Jesse Ray Stuart III (Renee) of Prince Frederick, and Marlin Stuart (James Kerr) of Bowie, grandchildren Sarah Nerem (Chris), Jesse Ray Stuart IV (Bresea Moniz-Nagle), great-grandchildren Zella Cannatella, Ryan Neram, and Jonah Stuart, and her brother Donald Ray Taylor.
Joyce Lanier I’m sorry we have lost a wonderful friend and your mom. Carolyn was very special to me. I’m sending Prayers,Love and Hugs to her and family.
January 7 – Obituary: Carolyn Taylor Stuart
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Susan Baker
January 7 – Obituary: Carolyn Taylor Stuart
I’m so sorry for your loss sending prayers for peace and comfort 🌹
Faith Roberts
January 7 – Obituary: Carolyn Taylor Stuart
So sorry to hear of Carolyn’s passing. She was a long standing neighbor and yoga partner. Prayers to the family. May she rest in peace.
Michele Shelby
January 6 – Obituary: Carolyn Taylor Stuart
I’m so sorry to hear about Carolyn’s passing. I’m her neighbor down the street and have known her for a while now. She was such a nice lady, easy to talk to, and always checking up on me. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends. May she rest in peace. 🙏🙏🙏
Ronnie & Shelley Wood
January 6 – Obituary: Carolyn Taylor Stuart
We are so sorry for your loss, she was a great Lady, and she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love Always, Ronnie and Shelley
Susan Fischer
January 6 – Obituary: Carolyn Taylor Stuart
Life is a bittersweet journey- if we are lucky the bitter is outweighed by the sweet. May the sweet memories of your lovely mother carry you through this painful time.❤️
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