Carol Ann Inman, aged 84, of Kingsley, Michigan passed on March 1, 2026.

Carol was born in Muskegon, Michigan to Ahlmann and Elvena. She is the beloved widow to Jerry Inman, devoted mother to Andrew, Emily and Lucas and the proud grandmother of Kyle, Lauren, Kinsey and Kennedy.

Carol is a graduate of Muskegon High School. After graduation she obtained her Nursing degree from the University of Michigan. Soon after she was registered nurse at the Midland Hospital. In 1963, Carol married the love of her life, Jerry Inman at the Muskegon Central Methodist Church. They initially lived in Beaverton, Michigan followed by Hale, Michigan and finally landed in Kingsley, Michigan where they would spend the next 50 years. Jerry and Carol were happily married for 56 years. Carol later returned to college at Central Michigan University and earned a BA in Elementary Education and later obtained a Masters Degree in Education. Carol later began teaching 3rd and 4th grade elementary education at Kingsley Elementary for nearly three decades. In 1993 she was honored as “Teacher of the Year” with KPS. After retiring from the classroom, Carol spent several years teaching graduate classes for Marygrove College.

Always one to stay active, Carol devoted countless years volunteering for the Inland Seas Association helping students understand the ecology of the Great Lakes. She loved tending to her garden and enjoying the wildlife on her property. She could be found most mornings on her back porch watching the birds and completing a crossword puzzle. She was an extensive traveler who loved to share her experiences and listen to the adventures of others. Carol appreciated the fine arts and was a long-time season ticket holder to the Old Town Playhouse and a frequent attendee of the Interlochen Arts Academy. Her and Jerry were passionate supporters of the University of Michigan and shared many travel experiences rooting on the Maize and Blue.

Known for her spunk, toughness, witty banter and unconditional love, she has impacted many and will be missed. The examples she set during her well-lived life will be passed on to those closest to her.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 6-8 PM. The memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11 AM. Both services will be held at the Kingsley United Methodist Church.

Memorial contributions can be made in Carol’s name to ISEA (Inland Seas Association), The United Methodist Church of Kingsley or the Community Foundation for KFOL (Kingsley Friends of the Library).

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Kingsley Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com