Carole Jean Farkas, formerly of Raleigh

Carole Jean Farkas, 74, of Sedalia, Missouri passed away Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 at her home.

She was born on June 14, 1945 in Raleigh, the daughter of Gilbert Butler and Winnie (Braden) Butler, who preceded her in death.

On Feb. 26, 1965 in Omaha she was united in marriage to Dr. J. Robert Farkas, who survives of the home.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, R. Anthony "Tony" Farkas and his wife Alecia, of Sedalia, Missouri; two daughters, Karen Farkas of Sedalia, Missouri and Lesley Cordle and her husband Mike, of Enterprise, Alabama; and five grandchildren, Julianna, Alaina, Amelia, Anthony and Sophia.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Gilbert and Jack Butler, and a sister, Shirley Shelby.

Carole enjoyed keeping up with politics and watching Fox News. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She especially loved her time with her grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life gathering of family and friends will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019 at Rea Funeral Chapel, Sedalia, Missouri.

There will be a family graveside service and burial in Raleigh at a later date.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Sacred Heart School Foundation, Sedalia, Missouri, in care of Rea Funeral Chapel.