Carolyn Elaine Arey

Carolyn Elaine (Whitley) Arey, age 68 years, of Peebles, Ohio passed away peacefully December 11, 2025; surrounded by her husband and daughters. Carolyn was born March 10th, 1957 to parents James (Clifford) Whitley & Chloie (Purtee) Whitley.

On September 15th, 1976 she was joined in holy matrimony to Gary Arey in Montana. They spent 49 long, beautiful years side by side. Together they built a life, a home, and two dedicated daughters. Carolyn had a huge heart and took in all strays; whether it be animals, kids, or adults. Carolyn was an avid crafter; crocheting, quilting, scrapbooking, and cooking up a storm. The thing that eclipsed her hobbies was her lover for her three grandchildren-they were absolutely her pride and her joy.

A strong resilient woman to the very end. She will be greatly missed and always remembered. Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents Clifford and Chloie Whitley, brother Donnie Whitley (Sherry), and granddaughter Emma Fout. She is survived by husband Gary Arey of Peebles, OH, daughters Maggie Fout (Rick) of Peebles, OH, and Molly Arey Norris (Chuck) of Linthicum, Maryland, and brother Gary Whitley (Edith) of Peebles, OH. She is also survived by her three grandchildren Allie, Aiden, and Zoe, her beloved animals, numerous special nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.

Following the wishes of Carolyn cremation will take place; there are no services scheduled at this time.

The Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union has been entrusted with serving the family.

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