Carolyn Beebe, age 84, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, in Friendswood, Texas. Born on February 4, 1942, in Kilgore, she embraced her early years with a spirit that would define her life. Carolyn was a devoted caregiver and a pillar of strength in her community, serving faithfully as the bookkeeper at Grace Baptist Church for an unwavering 35 years while also fulfilling the cherished role of a pastor’s wife.

Throughout her life, Carolyn embodied the essence of love and grace. She was noted for her nurturing nature and profound kindness, fostering deep connections with those fortunate enough to cross her path. An alumna of Kilgore Public Schools, she carried the values and teachings of her upbringing throughout her life, becoming a loving matriarch within her family.

A paragon of devotion, Carolyn is survived by her loving husband, Pastor Donald Beebe, who stood by her side through life's many seasons. Their enduring partnership was marked by mutual respect and unwavering commitment, a testament to their shared faith and love. Her legacy continues through her son and daughter-in-law, Donald Martin Beebe and Christina Beebe of Friendswood, and her cherished siblings, Shirley Melton of Kilgore and Peggy Smith of Paris.

Carolyn's heart swelled with joy as a grandmother to her beloved grandchildren: Donald Martin Beebe II and his wife Devan, Tabitha Gail Montgomery and her husband Matt, Spencer Isaiah Beebe and his wife Haley, Mikayla Rodriguez and her husband Brandon, Cameron Frederick Beebe, Ari Grace Beebe, David Martin Beebe, and Jeremiah John Beebe. Each grandchild, along with her nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends, held a special place in her heart, viscerally reflecting the unconditional love she bestowed upon her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lois Leon Stone and Willie Bea Bradbury, and her brother, Tommy Stone. Additionally, she mourned the losses of her brothers-in-law, Bob Melton and Jerry Smith, who surely left a lasting impact on her life.

The community will gather to honor Carolyn's life during visitation at Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore, Texas, on February 20, 2026, from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM. A funeral service celebrating her remarkable journey will be held at Forest Home Baptist Church in Kilgore on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 11:00 AM, followed by a committal service where she will be laid to rest at the Danville Cemetery.

Carolyn Beebe's legacy of love and grace will remain alive in the heart of all who knew her. Her spirit will endure, comforting those she leaves behind with the warmth of her memory and the lessons of faith, compassion, and familial devotion she imparted throughout her life.