Carolynn Little Stampley - Class of '68

Carolynn Little Stampley

APRIL 28, 1950 – SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Carolynn Little Stampley passed away September 17, 2019. She was born April 28, 1950, in Sherman, Texas to Oliver and Maurine Little. Carolynn graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1973 and received her Masters in Educational Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 1981. Carolynn pursued a long and rewarding career in education, devoting her time and effort to children with special learning needs. In addition to her passion for working with children, she loved exploring, design, cooking, and most recently Ikebana flower arranging. She found peace and vitality from the waters of Japan and Singapore, as well as coastal Oregon and Amagansett, New York. Most of all, she loved being with her family and her dog Emmie. Carolynn was the anchor for her family and friends. She gave her loved ones unwavering strength and guidance with class and a timeless, elegant style. With a beautiful smile that she never seemed to be without, Carolynn was everything – she was sweet, smart, and beautiful. She always looked ahead as she helped and inspired those she touched. She will live on in the hearts of everyone she knew. Carolynn is preceded in death by her husband, John. She is survived by her mother, Maurine, sons Jonathan, Travis and his fiancé Shannon Phillips. She is further survived by her grandchildren Oliver and Hunter; sister, Leisa, brother in law, Bill Perry and niece Isabella Perry, and her partner, Rob Curtis. Memorial services will be at 3:00pm, Monday, September 23, 2017 at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, Pavilion 1. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Nature Conservancy in East Hampton or San Antonio Brighton Center for children with learning disabilities. brightonsa.org

I’m Free!!

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free!

I’m following the path laid out for me.

A life of adventure, love, and awe

With open heart I embraced it all.

If my passing has left a void

Then remember it with uplifted Joy!

A friendship shared, a laugh, hug, and kiss

Ah yes, these things, I too, will miss

Be not burdened with times of sorrow

I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow

My life’s been full, I savored much

Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch

Perhaps my time seemed somewhat brief,

But do not lengthen it with grief.

Lift up your heart and share with me

Be not sad for I am free!

This is Rob Curtis class of ’67. I wanted to inform you that Carolynn Little Stampley, class of ’68, passed last Tuesday, Sept. 17th, due to a long-term heart ailment. She was the “real deal, sweet, smart, and beautiful; the definition of a Lady, and the epitome of grace”.

I include her obituary and a photo.

If possible, please distribute to your list.

I can be the contact person, rcurtis108@gmail.com (210) 284-1268

There will be a ceremony for her at Ft. Sam cemetery, Pavilion #1, on Monday, Sept. 23rd, at 3:00 p.m.

And, a reception at her home, 518 Golfcrest Dr., Windcrest.

Thank you, all the very best!

Rob Curtis