Our sweet Alta Carolyn Burraston Farren, loving mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on February 22, 2022, just nine days after turning 88.
Carolyn was born in Goshen, Utah, to Vern Burraston and Alta Roach. Carolyn had two brothers and one sister, who died in infancy, but she never felt like an only child because she grew up with so many cousins and friends. Carolyn graduated from Payson High in 1952 and loved hanging out with her classmates and a close group of girlfriends affectionately referred to as the “Iggly Giggly’s”.
Carolyn married John Farren in 1954 in Goshen. His work took them to Provo Utah, Idaho, and Hawaii, where she raised her three children, John Vern, JanaLyn, and Maryann. After divorcing, Carolyn moved back to Utah and enjoyed a long career at Utah Power and Light. She met many lifelong friends there and was active in the bowling and golf leagues. As these fun friends grew older, they continued to meet weekly for lunch and a game of dominoes and cards. Carolyn loved to travel and enjoyed going to Cowboy Poetry and Mystery Tours with her cousin Katherine.
Carolyn was a beautiful seamstress. While living in Hawaii, she enrolled her daughters in Hula lessons. She sewed their costumes and many of their clothes. She also made stunning gowns for Jana for Rainbow Girls. She had an eye for detail and was a stickler for high-quality work in all that she did. Her children always came first; she supported John in baseball and lacrosse, and her daughters’ dance, club, and school activities.
When hit with a cancer diagnosis six years ago, rather than quibble or pout Carolyn did what she had done with each previous challenge, faced it head-on with a great attitude, doing everything possible to get better and learn from the experience. Her Doctors, Nurses and caregivers loved caring for her because she was so positive. She loved being active and walking, cleaning her house, organizing, and singing. A favorite childhood memory is our mother waking us up to her singing, “Good Morning to you” and “It’s a beautiful day in Hawaii.” Carolyn is survived by her loving daughters, JanaLyn Johnson and Maryann (Bruce) White, daughter-in-law Danise Farren, 11 grandchildren, and 19 ½ great-grandchildren. She was reunited with her son John, and her son-in-law Brad.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Westbrook 7th Ward Chapel located at 6364 South 3200 West, Taylorsville, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the services from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Interment will be Saturday, February 26 at 2:00 p.m. at the Goshen City Cemetery 10500 W 15800 S St, Goshen, UT 84633.
Recorded services can be viewed here https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/iCNP-2ZjObHiNdiPkpSMJQZJqnIDhNM5TCVCXqrG8zacSEZ13eMdvlN7lktr4lhV.qEMvidPoDgTAdxvU?startTime=1645897101000.
Sergio González y Anahir Pierrotti de González lamentan profundamente el fallecimiento de Carolyn quien fue la mamá de nuestra querida y dulce amiga Jana.
Carolyn estuvo de visita en nuestro hogar en Montevideo, Uruguay y fue un placer conocerla en persona y entrar al templo junto a su flia. cuando nuestra hija recibió sus investiduras para ir a su misión.
Sabemos que estará en los brazos del Padre y verá a nuestro querido Brad a quien amamos mucho.
Querida Jana las separaciones son muy tristes, pero el Evangelio nos ayuda a prepararnos para estos momentos duros.
Recibe todo nuestro amor.
Veremos la ceremonia el próximo sábado para estar más cerca de ti y tu familia
Sergio González y Anahir Pierrotti de González lamentan profundamente el fallecimiento de Carolyn quien fue la mamá de nuestra querida y dulce amiga Jana.
Carolyn estuvo de visita en nuestro hogar en Montevideo, Uruguay y fue un placer conocerla en persona y entrar al templo junto a su flia. cuando nuestra hija recibió sus investiduras para ir a su misión.
Sabemos que estará en los brazos del Padre y verá a nuestro querido Brad a quien amamos mucho.
Querida Jana las separaciones son muy tristes, pero el Evangelio nos ayuda a prepararnos para estos momentos duros.
Recibe todo nuestro amor.
Veremos la ceremonia el próximo sábado para estar más cerca de ti y tu familia
We will miss seeing Carolyn at all the Burraston reunions.
Carolyn was always so kind and genuine with us.
May you all be comforted by the legacy she has left you all.
Love,
Jay & Linda Burraston
I had the great pleasure of growing up in Goshen with Carolyn, we went from kindergarten thru high school together. I will always remember the ice skating partys at Goshen Navy Yards {Goshen Dam},the primary and school dances,braiding the May Pole,Gold and Green Balls dance.Carolyn was always one of smartest in our class.in the ninth I was the class president and Carolyn was vice president, we got arrange for all the socials, dances, etc. I will always consider here a very dear friend. P S i always loved here mother Alta.
Maryanne and Bruce so sorry for your loss. Your mom sounds like an awesome mom. She will be missed. Sending love and comfort.
My mother, Connie Cardon, worked with Carolyn at UP&L who she counted as a wonderful friend. There were four women who worked and played together with memorable trips to Hawaii and a river trip in Idaho. They had many great times and supported each other with love and laugher.
My deepest condolences on your loss.
Mary
Hi Jana, I just saw this announcement and feel both sad and happy. I imagine a reunion of Carolyn and Bud has taken place, and I’m sorry I couldn’t be there to support you at her funeral as you were at my dad’s to support us. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.