Carol Ann Midyette

NEWPORT NEWS – Carol A. Midyette, 56, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at Riverside Regional Medical Center after a “grueling battle with cancer”.
She was born on April 4, 1952, in Newport News to Eugene Clifton and Alice Allred Midyette.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Carol was a true and faithful member of Riverside Baptist Church and graduated from Warwick High School and the Riverside School of Practical Nursing. She was a loyal employee of Riverside Health System over 35 years, most recently in Radiation Therapy. She enjoyed bowling and was an avid Scrabble player. She had a heart of gold and was an inspiration to many.
She is survived by her devoted cousin, Pam Jordan; loving nephew, John D. Midyette; loving aunts and uncles, Faye A. and Clenton J. Smith; uncles Henry E. Allred, Alfred A. Agnew and William C. and Helen Allred. She is also survived by many devoted friends including Sue and Rusty Long and Doug and Audrey Morrison along with loving cousins and the caring staff of Radiation Therapy.
A Celebration of Life service officiated by the Reverend Tommy Davidson will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8, at Riverside Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at 4 Sidney Place, Newport News.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Riverside Baptist Church, 7409 River Road, Newport News, VA 23607.
“Thanks to all my friends and family for filling my life with joy and laughter.”
Arrangements are under the care of Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home.