Caroyln was born August 14, 1944 in Portland, the daughter of Thomas and Atlas (O'Connor) Wear. She grew up in Portland where she graduated from high school. She and Ray Wardell were married 50 years. Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker who placed a priority on her family. Ten years ago she and Ray moved to Chinook where they enjoyed small town life and it was there on November 25, 2012 she passed to eternal rest. Besides her husband, Carolyn is survived by sons Scott, Ronald and Ken Wardell all of Chinook; brothers Charles and William Wear ; sister Janet Harvell; and her beloved grandchildren. Carolyn's memory will be cherished by those who knew her and the love she had for her family.