Carolyn Mintz
January 18, 1961 - March 28, 2016
Carolyn Mintz, loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend, died on March 28, 2016 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Carolyn was warm, funny, creative, and beautiful. She loved her children and friends, and loved her connection to the community. She organized class projects, group dinners, fundraising galas and hikes. She loved mountain biking on the Shoreline Trail, attending the Utah Arts Festival, and buying local produce at the Farmer's Market. She was a caring friend and was always up for outdoor adventure. She was so proud of her talented children and so sorry that she wouldn't continue to be in their lives.
Carolyn was born on January 18, 1961 to Dr. Milford Charles and Dione Maloney. She and her eight siblings grew up in Buffalo, New York. Carolyn followed her sister Rose to Utah and attended nursing school at Weber State College. She was a nurse at University of Utah Hospital where she met Dr. Steve Mintz, with whom she had three children: Ryan, Jacob, and Jayme. Although she and Steve later divorced, they remained good friends and committed parents.
Carolyn leaves behind broken hearted friends and family. She was gentle, and funny, and private, and fragile. We wish we would have known how fragile in time to help her. Her hope was for people to be kinder to each other.
Please remember her with kindness, and keep Carolyn and her children Jayme, Jake, and Ryan in your thoughts and prayers. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Carolyn's name to the Sharing Place at http://www.thesharingplace.org. Private services.
In Loving Memory
Carolyn, I just became aware of your passing and my heart is absolutely shattered. It is shattered for you and for your entire family. You and I were not close, but I can easily recall times of great laughter and delight in your presence. I wish for you the greatest peace, and for your family I send my deepest and most sincere condolences. One day, maybe not for a long time, they will be able to experience the joy which I know abounds in all of the loving memories of you. Rest well my dear, sweet Carolyn. Love, Debbie Gaddie
Debbie Gaddie
Salt Lake City, UT
Carolyn, You came into my store Madison McCord Interiors often and you were so elegant and lovely whenever you came in. You never really wanted any help but would just rather quietly look around the showroom but I remembered you every time you came in as you had such grace. May you rest in peace.
Madison McCord
SLC, ut
On behalf of the Scott Family- Sarah, Jeff and the boys- We send our deepest sympathies for your loss of Carolyn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time- With love and fond memories- may she rest in peace. The Scott's
Scott Family
SLC, ut
We are deeply saddened over the loss of sweet, funny and warm Carolyn. She has left you and countless others with rich memories of her love and kindness; hold those moments close. With love, Becki and Bill Brugger
Becki Brugger
Hideout, UT
Hey you, My heart is breaking. Remembering you now and our many fantastic adventures. Sailing in Hawaii, skiing with Char at Alta, the many parties at Emerson house and, of course, Olympus Cove. Sail peacefully gentle one and don't worry about a thing. Many, many thanks to you for being part of my life. With much respect and love, Fern
Faye Anderson
Riverton, Ut
To the Mintz and Maloney families, Words are just not enough to express my sincere sorrow at Carolyn's passing. I do believe we are all blessed to have had her in our lives, whether it is a small portion or large. Thanks to fellow roommate and friend, Faye for letting me know of your loss and giving me the opportunity to share fond thoughts and memories of Carolyn. Carolyn, as unchanging as the Wasatch Mountains, we loved. I think of the memories of my gal pal Carolyn, back in our days of Holy Cross Hospital. A patient and long suffering Emerson roommate(I had a cat) Yes, the first one to sign on for an adventure... from a ski trip with Bona to Jackson Hole or a camping trip in southern Utah or just a midnight visit to the newly sandbagged street/river during the flood of '82 when we got off shift... or introducing me to the wonderful Maloney hospitality in Buffalo to traveling all way to Hot Springs, SD to celebrate my wedding. I sorrowfully regret that I couldn't be there for you and your family Carolyn. Life does it's best to erode at our friendships but I always remained confident our friendship would pick up were we left off...possibly wiser... maybe laughing and teasing with our kids as they tell us of their adventures. Rest in Peace Dear One in God's abounding mercy and everlasting love. Char and family
Charlene Flyte-Monfore
Oral, SD
Such sad news to hear a loving mom, friend, sister pass away. For the family, remember with God all things are possible, he has the power to restore life by means of a resurrection and he promise to do so very soon that why it is important for us to continue to pray the Lord prayer thou Kingdom come and for his will to be done on earth as it is in heaven (.Matthew 6:10; Acts 24:15) As we await these promises may we draw ever closer to God. My prayer go out to Jayme, Jake, Ryan may their loving memories of Carolyn help then to cope. May they gain comfort from God word its the only sure hope. May God be with you all.
SR
Atlanta, ga