Carolyn A. Croteau, 45, of Paine Turnpike North, Berlin, died on April 15, 2014 at Fletcher Allen Health Care. She was born in Montpelier, June 22, 1968 the daughter of Earl and Loretta (McQueen) Gerrish. She attended Union 32 High School. She is survived by her husband Colt Croteau of Berlin; father, Earl Gerrish of Montpelier; mother and father-in-law, Laura and Terral Croteau of Waterbury Center; brother in law, Joseph Croteau and his fianc, Melissa Schwartz of Champlain, NY; nephew, Richard Croteau of Epping, NH; niece, Olivia Croteau of Champlain, NY; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is predeceased by her mother, Loretta Gerrish; brother, Earl Gerrish, Jr. and two infant sisters. Carolyn was a very spiritual person and was a member of the Montpelier Church of Christ. She volunteered her time at the Brown Public Library in Northfield, VT and was an avid reader. She loved all animals including her fish, cats, and dogs, that she affectionately called her "fur babes". She enjoyed spending time with her family, talking with friends around bon fires, and also taking care of her gardens. A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 25th, at Church of Christ, Northfield Street, (Capital City Grange Hall), Berlin, VT. A fellowship meal will follow the service. The family would like to thank all the health care workers who provided loving and compassionate care to Carolyn over the past three years. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Berlin, VT 05641 or at www.cvhhh.org Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com.