Carole Blackhurst, 79, of Pleasant Grove, Utah, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 15th, 1945, in Provo, Utah, to Shepard Hal and Lucy Haycock.

Carole, the youngest of four siblings, was undeniably a daddy's girl. Her childhood was filled with horses, a passion she nurtured from an early age. Alongside her equestrian adventures, Carole adored accompanying her sister Joan everywhere once Joan got her license. Carole had a habit of "borrowing" her sister's clothes and discreetly hiding them under her bed whenever they got dirty! Carole found companionship in two steadfast friends, Ruth Cornaby and Connie Fugal, whose bond endured the test of time, shaping Carol's life in profound ways.

Carole married Michael Blackhurst, the love of her life, on March 5th, 1970, and they celebrated their remarkable 54th anniversary this year. They have two wonderful daughters together, Paige and Andrea.

Carole dedicated numerous years and extensive effort to her service within the stake Relief Society presidency as a devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Carole's affection for "The Wizard of Oz" was well-known to all. She amassed a vast collection of memorabilia, holding a special reverence for the iconic song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow."

In her leisure time, she found solace in reading thriller novels, solving crossword puzzles, and indulging in her favorite treats: a Diet Coke or a sugar cookie was never far from her grasp. Her love for jewelry, lipstick, and People magazine highlighted her vibrant spirit, and her memory will forever be cherished by those who loved her.

Carole's life was a testament to devotion, centered around her family. Her unwavering commitment to caring for Andrea and cherishing moments with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren filled her days with boundless joy.

Carole is preceded in death by her father, Shepard Hal, her mother, Lucy Haycock, and her brother, Roland. She is survived by her husband, Michael, their two daughters, Paige and Andrea, as well as their grandchildren, Mersadee (Scott), Courtney (Suliasi), and Cody (Gabriela). Additionally, she is survived by their great-grandchildren, Mason, Averie, Emmy, Lavender, Cora, and Clover.

A service to celebrate Carole's life will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1548 North 900 West, Pleasant Grove, Utah, at 11:00am on Thursday, April 4th, 2024.