Carolyn M. Bumbales (nee Watson)
age 74, Noblesville, formerly of Gary/Merrillville/Crown Point, IN, passed away October 23, 2016. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Larry Bumbales; son, Nicholas (Cristine) Bumbales of St. Charles, IL; daughter, Amy (Dennis) Otten of Fishers, IN; grandchildren, Taylor Ramos, Emily and Matthew Otten; siblings, Patricia (Patrick) O'Brien, Larry Watson, Roy (Betty) Balcerak, Jennifer (Joe) Strickley, and many other siblings; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Carolyn is preceded in death by her mother, Doris Balcerak; her father Estel Watson; her stepfather Walter Balcerak; siblings, Delos (still living, Virginia) Watson, and Ron (still living, Brenda) Watson.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, October 29 ,2016 at Solan Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Ave., Schererville, IN (corner of Kennedy Ave. and Main St.) from 2:00 PM till 5:00 PM.
Carolyn was a 1960 graduate of Lew Wallace High School, and was a hair dresser in the area for over 50 years. Spending time with her family was her greatest joy. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.