Passed away peacefully in Oakville on Saturday, November 24, 2007 at the age of 72 after a long illness. Wife of Stephen Burkart. Selfless and devoted mother of Margaret "Meg" and Michael (wife Radana) Metson and loving sister of John (wife Mary) and the late Kathryn (husband Les) Faichney. Predeceased by her parents Emma and Walter. Proud grandmother of Spencer, Laura and Bradley Harman and of Emily and Joshua Metson. She is remembered by Patrick Harman and John (wife Gayle) Metson. Carolyn, who began her career as a teacher, adored children, animals and her many summers at Port Elgin. She gave so much of herself to others and will be sadly missed by her extended family and the many friends from across the miles that she faithfully connected together through her caring and frequent letters. A Service to Celebrate the Life of Carolyn will be held 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 7, 2007 at the St. John's United Church, 262 Randall Street, Oakville. Visitation precedes the service from 1-2 p.m., and a reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to World Vision, the Stephen Lewis Foundation or the Oakville Humane Society.