Carol Ann Collins was born in Tacoma, WA on April 24, 1945 and passed away with her family by her side on August 2, 2011.

She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1963 and went on to enjoy a rewarding career as a beautician in the Tacoma area. Carol was an avid NASCAR fan and had numerous pets over the years all of which she loved and cared for dearly.

She was preceded in death by her mother Ione R. Anderson; uncles Donald R. Earl and James N. Albrecht Sr; and her cousin James "Jimmy" N. Albrecht, Jr. who was like a brother to her.

Carol is survived by her daughters Ingrid Ann Casseday (David) and Jennifer Lynn Arnold (James Daniel), along with her everlasting legacy of nine grandchildren who were her utmost pride and joy: Emery, Madison, Sierra, Saige, Sam, Sydney, Scott, Sullyvan and Sherriann. She is also survived by her cousin Donald R. Earl.

A memorial and celebration of Carol's life will be held at Point Defiance Park - Gig Harbor Viewpoint Picnic Shelter on Monday, August 8, 2011 at 12pm. A private mausoleum entombment was held at New Tacoma Cemetery.