Carol Alice Boise of New Haven, Vermont passed away peacefully on Friday, September 25, 2026 at Porter Medical Center in Middlebury, Vermont, at the age of 81 surrounded by the love of her life, Tom, daughter, Kimberly, and son, Jon.
Carol was born in Burlington, VT, on August 24, 1945 to Donald Bristol and Charlotte Jimmo Bristol.
Carol attended Beeman Academy in New Haven, VT where she graduated in 1964. Carol graduated from Ellie beauty Academy in May, 1965 and worked under Eleanor Danyow doing hairdressing for five years.
She lived in Vergennes, VT from 1967–1972.
In October, 1972 she and Tom moved to their new home in New Haven, VT where she owned Carol Boise’s Beauty Shop for 50 years.
Carol was incredibly loving, caring, outgoing and had a way of making everyone she came across feel deeply loved. She loved spending time with family and friends, and making memories over plates of her famous spaghetti and meatballs. She also loved spending time with Tom on their annual motorcycle trips, watching and singing to birds, and reading books. She was also known for her witty sense of humor and incredible memory.
Carol was surrounded by love throughout her life and gave that same love generously to those around her. She will be deeply missed by the many people whose life she touched.
Carol is survived by her husband Thomas Louis Boise who were married on August 8, 1964 and were together four years prior to that, for a total of 66 years. Carol is also survived by her daughter Kimberly, and her husband Michael Estey, her son Jon, and his wife Kristy Boise, and two very special grandsons, Jordan and his wife, Ana Lima and Chadwick and his partner Cassidy Johnson.
Other survivors include brother-in-law, Steven Boise, sister-in-law, Vicky and husband Peter Coffey, sister-in-law, Susie Boise, several nieces and nephews, many cousins, and countless friends near and far Including her sister friends Sally Bushey and Pam Cross.
Carol was predeceased by her parents Donald and Charlotte Bristol and her in-laws Louis and Irene Boise, brother-in-laws Dennis and Kevin Boise, and her sister-friend Joyce Paquette.
Calling hours will be Friday, October 2nd, 2026 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Brown McClay Funeral Home in Bristol, VT.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Bristol, VT. following with a graveside burial at Evergreen Cemetery in New Haven, VT.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Home Health and Hospice.
23 Responses
I can’t believe my dear cousin Carol is gone. She and I were fast friends during our childhood and teen years and into adulthood, keeping in touch with visits, cards and letters. I deeply regret that I didn’t keep up with her in our most recent years but we did touch base through Tom via the internet. I have so many wonderful memories of her, visiting with her as youngsters and staying at her grandmother’s home and farm. My condolences to Tom, Kim and Jon. You will be missed dear Carol. May angels watch over you as you so richly deserve. With great love, your cousin Lorraine.
I am really grieving over this loss. I did not not know Carol was in the hospital; my son texted me of her demise. I’ve known Carol since ‘71, when I married a New Haven man and many couples around would party together thruout the years of careers, raising kids, moves, and life’s passages. Carol was always just down the street, always ready for a good laugh, a piece of shop gossip, shares about our children, and the latest on a new motorcycle, trip to take, or news of a death, someone’s new relationship, or a new baby. I moved to Burlington, to Glens Falls, & to Florida, but I never lost track of Carol; she was the neighbor you were lucky to have and the friend you wanted to keep. I miss you already, Carol. Rest in peace. Mary Lou
She may have left this earth, but, Carol will forever be in my heart. Gone, but never forgotten because she left me with such beautiful memories, rich in love, laughter, joy of life and a special kindness shared with everyone she knew. Her beauty lives on in the lives of her family.
She blessed our world and I celebrate that she considered me her friend.
Thanks for the memories, Carol.
Not good-bye, Until we meet again, my precious friend.
Thoughts and prayers for the family, so sorry to hear, RIP.
We are so sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. She was a wonderful person. May all the beautiful memories comfort the family and friends through this difficult time. Big hugs to all and especially Tom. ❤️🩹
Carol and I met when our husbands were in the Navy…1965…and we shared the loneliness of being far from our families, the excitement of meeting new people and especially the bond of expecting our first baby. That is a bond that has lasted a lifetime. I am thankful for all those years. Tom I know there are no words for a broken heart so I just want to say I love you and your family…
Thank you so much Jenny. You and Ron are one of the best chapters of Tom and Carols book of Life. As we approach the final chapter we all can appreciate great friendships like we had. I LOVE YOU . Take care and keep in touch.
Dear family may your mother’s light forever shine on you. Sending thoughts and prayers. Love Pennilee
The only thing worse than losing your mom is losing your soulmate spouse. Feel your pain Tom. Kim and Jon, you will forever miss your mom. I feel your pain as well. Hang onto good memories and happier times. Keeping you in my thoughts. Carlene
Our thoughts go out to all of Carols family she touched alot of people in our community
Charlie and Dawn shepard
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Tom, Kim and Jon. We know this is a very difficult time for all of you. Bless you. Deanna & Rodney
Tom, Kim and Jon, I’m so sorry to hear if Carol’s passing. Sending our love and heartfelt condolences ❤️
Tom, Kim and Jon,
So very sorry to hear of Carol’s passing I hope the many happy memories you share bring you peace and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. My heartfelt condolences, Judy (Morse) Hayes.
Carol was such a beautiful person. I have known her since High School. She was my hairdresser for years and we always had such great fun catching up. I am going to miss her smile and humor. My heats goes out to Tom, Kim, Jon and her family.
Oh Carol
I just learned of your passing. Hurt me to the core
Prayers to Tom, Jon and Kim
Bro Roy (Hurlburt) and I drove past the Nim Roy on Long Point last summer on our visit to Vermont. We were disappointed not to see Carol. I have lots of fun memories with her and our cousin Martha Jane when we had fun there swimming and acting out upstairs. Carol had more pop beads than anyone I knew. Thanks for sharing our loss and bringing back wonderful and fond memories.
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Tom, Kim and Jon. I was so sorry to hear this news last night when Zach told me. She was always filled with laughter and love. Such a beautiful soul inside and out. I’m at a loss for words. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time.
Tom,
Sorry for your loss. Carol was always fun to be around, and we had plenty of fun riding motorcycles and running the meetings at the Burlington Harley Hog Chapter back in the day………..God Bless.
We are so sorry to hear of our cousin Carol passing. We remember many wonderful times coming up from NJ to spend time with family. Carol was so beautiful and fun to be with.
May all your happy memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Dear Tom & Family, I am very sad to hear of Carol’s passing. Every so often Carol & I would bump into each other & have a wonderful catch-up conversation about our families & old friends.
My mother-in-law & so many others enjoyed having her as their hairdresser. She not only did a fantastic job on their hair, but they enjoyed their conversations & Carol’s caring & thoughtful ways. She will be missed by so many people. Sending hugs.
Tom and family, words cannot express how saddened I was to hear of carols passing, she was a sweet friend, I will miss her but have lots of great memories of our time together. Love Nonie.
Dear Tom, Kim and Jon: I will always remember Carol’s beautiful smile and laugh. It is hard to say goodbye. My earliest memory of Carol is at Gramma Hurlburt’s . Her vanity upstairs was covered with lipstick and fingernail polish. I remember being thrilled when she painted my nails and gave me some pop-it beads. Hold onto your good memories when you feel sad.