Carol Hohenstein (Annie)

Born November 26, 1955, Carol Ann Hohenstein departed this life on February 8, 2026. Carol was predeceased by her wife, Laurie Rose Simon; and by her parents, Karl Hohenstein, Elizabeth Hohenstein, and Lorraine Hohenstein. Carol is survived by her siblings, Mary (Alex) Brown, Susan (John) Connaker, Robert (Ann) Hohenstein, Karl (Cheryl) Hohenstein, Sarah (David) Burk, and William (Julie) Hohenstein; precious nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; special cousins, Karen (Steve Nusbaum) Engelbretson, Bernie (Raul Arauz) Buelow, Amy (Mikki Van Emmerik) Winkel, and numerous Hohenstein and Husnik cousins; as well as her very dear friends. Carol enjoyed engaging with people from all walks of life, learning and remembering their names. She loved nature, especially bald eagles and the beauty of Crane Lake. As a graduate of Mankato State University with a bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, she positively impacted many people through her lifelong work in social services. Carol had a deep Christian faith. She loved God and treasured her family and friends. She especially cherished time spent with her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She told her caregivers, “I take being an auntie very seriously.” Carol Annie will be fondly remembered for her spirit of independence and lively sense of humor. She is deeply missed. Burial service will be held at 12:00 pm on April 26 at Sons of Jacob Cemetery, St. Paul, MN. Memorial program/luncheon to follow at 1:00 pm at Jimmy’s Event Center, 3565 Labore Rd., Vadnais Heights, MN 55110.