Carol Ann Demrow, 87, of Galesburg, died at 7 a.m. Saturday, December 12, 2020, at home.
She was born July 7, 1933, in Bellwood, Illinois, the daughter of William and Myrtle Marie (Jacobs) Schwerin. She married Clifford Leroy Demrow on September 20, 1952, in LaGrange, Illinois. He preceded her in death.
She is survived by two daughters, Leah S. (James) Von Kannon and Amber L. Ojeda, both of Galesburg; four grandchildren, Alyson, Alyssa, and Alexis Von Kannon and Conner Shane Ojeda, all of Galesburg; and a great-grandson, Adrian James Von Kannon of Galesburg. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Allison Demrow; her parents; and a brother, William Schwerin.
Carol graduated from Proviso East High School in 1951 and earned her associate’s degree from Triton Community College. She worked as a daycare provider for many years. She was of the Episcopal faith. Carol enjoyed crocheting and watching TV. She especially enjoyed her great-grandson, “Little Man”, AJ, who always brought a smile to her face.
Special thanks to her granddaughters and special friend, Eric, for the care they provided in Carol’s final days.
Cremation will be accorded. No visitation or service is planned. Memorial contributions may be made to Galesburg Hospitals Ambulance Service. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services Galesburg Chapel is honored to serve the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.
