Carolyn

Maricelli

Mrs. Carolyn Maricelli passed away peacefully at the age of 91 in her home with family by her side on November 8, 2026.

A family graveside service will take place at Memory Lawn Cemetery on Thursday, November 12, 2026 with Ben Dupree officiating

Left to cherish her memories are her daughter, Denise Maricelli, who lovingly and selflessly cared for her at home; her son, Freddy Maricelli and wife Karen of Natchitoches. Her grandchildren, Kristin Dupree and husband Ben; Jared Maricelli and wife Nicole; Jason Maricelli and wife Alexis. Her great-grandchildren, Reagan, Michael, Kinsley, Zane, Emerson, Evelyn, and Emmy.

Mrs. Maricelli was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Maricelli; son Ralph Maricelli; her parents, Lunie and Carrie Milstead; three sisters, Lillie, Jewell, Martha Bell and two brothers, Grover and LC Milstead.

She lived a life of devotion and commitment to her husband of 62 years and loved her family. She cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren and took great pride in her great-grandchildren.

She was also a devoted mother, sister, and grandmother. A faithful Christian, she was a longtime member of Clarence Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and treasured listening to the stories shared by the children. She was a classy lady who always dressed well, wore a smile on her face, and carried love in her heart.

She found joy in cooking for her family, the neighborhood children, and the many State Troopers and Sheriff’s deputies who would stop by Jimmy’s Garage & Wrecker Service in Clarence, La. to visit her husband. Her kitchen was always a place of warmth, generosity, and welcome.

She will be dearly missed by her family. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to her caregiver and devoted daughter, Denise, whose loving care made it possible for her to remain in the comfort of her own home.

The family would also like to extend a special thank-you to nurses Caitlyn, Stephanie, Dixie, and Chris Warren, along with Chaplain Vance Curtis of St. Joseph Hospice, for their compassionate care, kindness, and concern.