Carolyn Ruth Eubanks Hudson, 68, of Amarillo, died on October 31, 2016 in Memphis.
No services are scheduled at this time. Born: January 19, 1948
This is in remembrance of such a strong woman; she is the reason for our very existence in life, for everyone in our immediate family. We reflect now on the patience she had in this world to keep fighting for perseverance through many difficult circumstances, and we are relieved that she no longer has to struggle with the physical challenges of her later life. Carolyn was close with her Mother, Willie Ruth Eubanks, and her father, Lonnie David Eubanks, who she took compassionate care of, towards the end of their lives. She was the spitting image of her parents and had a lot of respect for them. She was survived by her four younger siblings, Ronald David Eubanks, Billy Wayne Eubanks, James Earl Eubanks and her sister, Martha Ann Eubanks Rowell. She had three children Michelle Denise Hudson Willis, Stacy Lynn Hudson and preceded in death by her son Derrick Jason Hudson. We are reminded of the mental strength and patience this audacious woman had, she held strong through the death of her only son Derrick, who passed away at an early age of six years old, she continued through this tragedy in life, showing love to both her daughters and all her grandchildren through thick and thin. Some of her last spoken words were how she loved each and every one of us and had thoughts of going to visit her son, who she is to be buried next to. May god bless her soul and grant her that very wish. Carolyn had four grandchildren, Courtney Rae Willis, Calee BreeAnn Willis, Mikinna Michelle Hudson and Hunter Lonnie Derrick Jasper, and one great grandchild, Kynleigh June Brown. She was also blessed with many nieces and nephews. Carolyn found the most joy interacting and watching and her grand babies grow throughout her life.
She was born in Gadsden, Alabama and moved to Amarillo, Texas as a child, where she spent the rest of her life raising her family. Carolyn was a very hard worker from a young age, as a rebellious and single mother. In her career path she was involved mostly in customer service and the serving industry for about thirty years and later on became involved in after school child care. She really found joy in people watching and loved being around children. She would always joke in a sarcastic manner about the crazy characters in her daily life, but was always willing to laugh about it all. She had an adorable giggle, and would chuckle and laugh light heartedly at every little thing in a conversation. She was a wonderful cook and took pride in her culinary skills, feeding and nourishing the whole family. She found her meditation and peace in solitude in her independent home life. Her longest residence was her home in Richland Acres for 20 years or more. I will always think of her over time, when I hear the country finch birds singing their song, as they did in her peaceful southern yard.
Carolyn always had a special place in her heart for animals, especially dogs; she loved and cared for many pups over the years and always adored and cuddled any cute canine that came her way. She loved her family dearly; staying involved with their lives throughout all of her years and never wanted to miss a moment when the family all gathered separately or together for the holidays. She was very entertained with the fun gossip and loved to just hang out in the background and be around everyone. She loved to observe the fun chaos amongst all of the wonderful people, she brought into this world. She enjoyed her relaxation time, watching movies featuring her celeb crush, Patrick Swayze and had many favorite soap opera shows that she followed year after year. Her favorite delights were popcorn, Dr. Pepper, ice cream and listening to country music, Vince Gill, being one of her favorite artists. Her favorite family past time was to have a BBQ and invite everyone over to her house, to watch the dogs and kids run around while enjoying the sunshine in the yard and starting up the grill. We will always remember her laughing quietly in the back ground and her classic sayings, "I'll tell ya what..." and “Ya know?” She was a precious soul who was fairly minimalist in style. She loved going to Hockey games and to be involved with the excitement amongst the crowd. Carolyn had her favorite football team, which was the Dallas Cowboys and she remained a fan until the end of her life, as they won a special game just for her.
It’s now, in these times of mourning that we can reflect on all the little things we really adored about her. Her sense of humor, and generous demeanor, everything about her will be missed dearly, uniquely for each and every one of us. When you think back about your memories of her, she would want you to remember her younger, more mobile self, smiling and always on the move. Remember back to all of the things she taught you. This precious woman was a very important influence in each and every one of our lives; she touched our hearts in a way that will not ever be forgotten. If she could talk to us now, I’m sure she would tell us how relieved she is from her unfair and undeserved disease. She would tell us thank you for the support in taking care of her, especially to her daughters, who loved her until the end through better and through worse. We will all continue to love her forever, regardless of her presence on this Earth. We are her family, and her presence will be missed. We will carry on, with special and beautiful memories of her together.
Carolyn left this earth at the age of 68; she chose a very beautiful timing on a spiritual day. Passing on October 31st, the Hallows eve of 2016. An ancient belief is that the dimensions of the spiritual and physical world are believed to be closer together on that very day in the year. A day of celebration of both life and death and the important connection between ancestors and there living descendants coming together before a transcendence into a new life. She chose a wise and direct path into the heavens. We are blessed to have known her and we will forever love her and hold her in our hearts. We are thankful for the life she has given us, and the new beginning that has been granted to her. We love you sweet Carolyn.
Goodbye, Too soon, to a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and Sister