Carole Lynn Shavere

Carole Shavere, 66, died on August 9th at her home in Independence of MDS. She is survived by her brother, Drew, sister-in-law Kari, nephews Kyle and Jackson, numerous close friends, her beloved dog Basil, and cats Bridget, LaFonda, and Elliot.
Carole was born in August of 1958 to Ray and Dolores Shavere of Coquille, Oregon. She spent her childhood as an excellent student, band member, friend to many, and became Honored Queen in the local chapter of Job’s Daughters.
Carole graduated with Honors from Oregon College of Education, now Western Oregon University, in Elementary Education in 1981, and began her teaching career at Shangri La, a non-profit human services organization serving individuals with disabilities and disadvantaged families. She then had a 30 year career teaching Special Education in the public schools of Dallas.
Her passion was helping the disadvantaged, be they human or animal. She was happy to give a loving home to any animal who needed one. She was the driving force for pet blessings on St. Francis Day at her church, St. Hilda’s Episcopal. At her church she also assisted with preparation of Eucharistic materials, provision of flowers, decorating for Christmas and Easter, and watering the church yard flowers and plants.
Carole was the epitome of a fine and gracious woman. Always impeccably dressed and feminine, gracious in her hospitality and friendships. Always upbeat and loving toward all.
Carole’s funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 7th at 2 pm at St. Hilda’s Episcopal Church in Monmouth.