Carolyn A. Gunderson

Carolyn A. Gunderson, 84, of Iola, passed away Friday, October 11, 2024 at Bethany Home in Waupaca. She was born on December 4, 1939 in Iola to Arling and Gladys (Helgeson) Sorenson. Carolyn married Robert Gunderson on August 20, 1960 in Iola. Carolyn graduated from Iola High School in 1957. After graduating, Carolyn received her Beauticians license. She worked at the First State Bank in Iola, then Farmers State Bank in Waupaca for many years and retired from the Iola Law Office. Carolyn was a member of the OSLC, where she sang in the choir. She enjoyed camping, fishing, car races, sports and meeting friends for coffee. She enjoyed travelling to various destinations with Gundy with their favorite being Destin, Florida. She is survived by her Children: Todd (Maureen) Gunderson and Robyne Gunderson. Grandchildren: Luke (Tiffany) Gunderson, Chad (Payton) Gunderson, Janelle (Fiancé Marlon Senior) Gerds, and Clay Gerds. Great Grandchildren: Jace, Cade Jax, Eli, Archer, Braelynn, Reyna and Baby Boy Senior coming in December. Brother: James (Linda) Sorenson, Sisters in law: Linda Sorenson and Nancy Sorenson, along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her Husband: Robert "Gundy", Brothers: Dennis and Kenneth Sorenson and Nephew: Jason Sorenson. The family would like to give a sincere thank you to the Oncology team, her APNP Heather Gruszynski, the staff at Bethany, Cara Frias at Waupaca County ADRC, and friends and family for their care and support. A Memorial Service for Carolyn will be held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Iola on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM. The Reverend Dennis Olson will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 9:30 - 10:45 AM.