Carolyn M. (Gormley) Forand – 33, of Tewksbury and formerly of Wilmington and North Reading, died at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, after a brief illness on February 5, 2022.
Born in Winchester, MA on November 9, 1988. She was raised and attended school in Wilmington and was a graduate of Wilmington High School.
Carolyn worked as a Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens and also many years as a nanny for several families, which gave her confidence in a family of her own.
She was a loving mom and enjoyed the outdoor activities with her 4 children, going to the beach, hiking or spending time with her many lifelong friends. She enjoyed music and singing and dancing shows in the kitchen. She also enjoyed singing acappella and chorus in High School. She enjoyed doing random acts of kindness for others.
Family members include her loving sons, Jackson Plourde of Freemont, NH and Asher Forand of Sturbridge, MA; daughters, Ember and Autumn Forand, both of Sturbridge, MA; her parents, Russ Gormley of North Reading and Cindy Nilsson Gormley of Savanaugh, GA; her sister, Kelly Gormley of Wilmington; her grandparents, Veronica Gormley and the late Ernest Gormley and Harold and Shirley Nilsson, all of North Reading.
Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Saturday, February 12 from 2 to 5 PM. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one’s choice. www.croswellfuneralhome.com
Such a beautiful soul. Too young. Gone way too soon. Carol will be deeply missed ❤️
I’m so sad to hear of your passing Carolyn. I had a lot of really, really great times with you. You, Bobby, Maryann and me. All those memories coming back. And your amazing parents, especially your mom, Cindy. Took care of us like we were her own children. I’m so sad to hear you’ve been called back to God. Definitely a soul taken too early in life. May you rest in eternal peace. My love and prayers go out to your family and your children.
Cindy, I am so very sorry for your loss. Hugs
Cindy, I am so sorry to hear of your daughters passing.
Carol and I went to high school together. I only ever knew her as an acquaintance, but I always remember Carol as a friendly soul and a good person who tried to do her best for people. May she rest in peace and be remembered lovingly by those fortunate enough to know her well.
Huge hugs and prayers from Prince Edward Island.. may your wonderful memories be a comfort to you all in the difficult days ahead. Love Ernie Arnold
I’m so sad to hear of your passing Carolyn. I had a lot of really, really great times with you. You, Bobby, Maryann and me. All those memories coming back. Driving from Auburn to Wilmington was a weekly trip, and having just gotten my license, it was one I was more than willing to take to spend the weekend with my friend. And your amazing parents, especially your mom, Cindy. Took care of us like we were her own children. I’m so sad to hear you’ve been taken from us way too soon. May you rest in eternal peace. My love and prayers go out to your family and your children.
What it is to lose not only a wonderful friend but a great kid. I still can’t believe it! Carol and I spoke on a every other day and now I still find myself wanting to call her. I do know you are with Big Auntie Carol now not feeling any pain. I love you sweetheart
Carol you almost made it to Florida. You are free as a bird now, no more pain or suffering for you honey. Just know I love you more today than I did the first time I met you. Each of us has a time I just thought mine would be first