Born October 18, 1940, in South Porcupine, Ontario. Carroll was the daughter of the late Lorne and Helen Jenkins. Carroll died peacefully at home on August 14, 2025, with family at her side.
Predeceased by her brother Robert (1938) and husband William John Adams (2023). She is survived by her son, Christopher Adams (Nicole), and granddaughter, Sophia. Brother, Dale Jenkins (Amy), niece Pam (Liam and Lauren), nephew David (Sara). Brother-in-law, Richard Adams (Barb), nephew Charlie, and many, many treasured lifelong friends.
Carroll was raised in New Liskeard, Ontario. She graduated from the Greater Niagara General Hospital School of Nursing in 1961 and worked as a nurse for 30 years, serving in both Dunnville and Huntsville Hospitals.
She retired from her successful nursing career in 1990, and then she and Bill partnered and opened Sandhill Nursery in Huntsville, Ontario. Bill and Carroll hung up their shovels and retired for good in Nova Scotia in 2000, where they made many new friends and explored the entirety of the province.
The family thanks everyone for their support and kindness during the last few years, and a special thanks to Val, who helped Carroll remain in her beloved home.
Honoring her wishes, there will be no service.
Donations in her memory can be made to hopeforwildlife.net or Souls Harbour Rescue Mission in Halifax.
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Fond memories of both Carol and Bill. Carol was an amazing nurse.,blessings and love to Chris & family.
Sorry to hear Carroll has passed away. My thoughts & prayers are with her family at this sad time. I worked with Carroll at Huntsville Hospital back in the day. She was a ray of sunshine & a joy to work with. Most of all she was a great nurse, compassionate & caring with an amazing sense of humour. I remember her & Bill at Sandhill Nursery as well. May she rest in peace.
Carroll was the sweetest and kindest role model. Remembering Carroll, Bill and Daisy from Sandhill Nusery and Garden Centre from years ago. Carroll helped to steer my career aspirations in a different direction and her wise and helpful suggestions will always be remembered. Marion
A True Professional Nurse! Lyle & I were Happy to have met Carroll & Bill and shared enjoyable canoeing trips with our family. Often in our thoughts during busy times while growing a Muskoka business – time slips away. .. Rest in well Deserved Peace.
Some good days and memories from the Intensive Care Unit, Huntsville Hospital.
Some laughter, some crying, and lots of learning to be had.
Rest in Peace.
So sad to hear of Carroll’s passing, she was such a nice person and worked so hard as a nurse in Huntsville hospital, many times she was there for me when I was coming into E.R. she would know just what I needed and have the i.v. ready and waiting for me when the ambulance came in. my deepest condolences to the family, and friends. she was a lovely person inside and out.
I got to know Caroll and Bill through Sandhill Nursery and their sweet dog Daisy, and later reconnected with them in Nova Scotia. I always enjoyed their company — such a wonderful couple, full of warmth and kindness. They blessed many lives, mine included. United again, and always remembered with love.
Ahh Carol…you set the standard for what a nurse is supposed to represent. Your professionalism, leadership and sweet caring for your patients and co-workers were exemplary. You wore your nurse’s cap with pride and indeed it was a pleasure to know you and work alongside you. Rest well.
Tracy