Carole Ann Walter, 78

May 17, 2024

Carole Ann Walter, a beloved mother, friend, and community supporter, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2024. Born in Lebanon, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Ruth (Swartz) McQuate and the devoted wife of the late James D. Walter who passed in 2018.

Carole Ann had a passion for needlework, particularly cross stitch, where she spent countless hours creating beautiful pieces that will be cherished by her family for generations. Her intricate designs and meticulous attention to detail reflected her patience and artistic talent. In her leisure time, Carole Ann enjoyed the excitement of playing Bingo. She also had a love for bowling, participating in many leagues during her younger years. Summers were a special time for Carole Ann, who loved swimming and embraced the joy and being in the water.

Carole Ann was a dedicated supporter of local volunteer fire companies, understanding the importance of their role in the community and always willing to lend a helping hand.

Above all, Carole Ann’s greatest joy was her family and friends. She was a devoted and loving figure, always there to offer support, share a laugh, and create cherished memories. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for those around her defined her life and left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Carole Ann is survived by her loving daughter: Dixie Colvin (wife of Thomas) of Lancaster; her grandchildren: Timothy Torrens (fiancé of Breanna West) of Elizabethtown, Rachel Hardy (fiancé of Jacob Chestnet) of Lancaster, Lenaya Brooks (wife of Shamar) of Lancaster, Hunter West (husband of Gilmarie), of the United States Navy stationed in Manhattan, KS, Chance West of Lancaster, Cassity Eckman of Elizabethtown; 3 great grandchildren; her siblings: Mary Walter (wife of David) of Reinholds, PA, Edwin McQuate of Wyomissing, PA, Nancy Rouss (wife of Todd) of Lebanon and Paul Allen McQuate (husband of Margo) of Womelsdorf, PA and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Carole Ann is preceded in death by her son Michael E. Cauler and her siblings: Dorothy Walter, Janet Elliott, Betz Spang, and Lucy Keener.

Family will receive friends Saturday, May 25, 2025 at Bachman Snyder Funeral Home, 7 S Decatur St, Strasburg, PA 17579 from 10am to 11am with a service to begin at 11am. Burial to follow at Bird-in-Hand United Methodist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Carole Ann’s memory to your local fire department.