Carol Jane Breuel (Parker), 56, of Jonesborough, passed away December 6, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 29, 1965 in Seneca, South Carolina the daughter of the late Howard and Donna Parker. She met her forever love Kevin Breuel, in Clemson, South Carolina and they were married June 2, 1990.
Carol and Kevin lived in Morgantown, West Virginia until they moved to Johnson City, Tennessee in 1991. Carol received a Bachelor of Science degree from East Tennessee State University in 1996, specializing in early childhood education. Carol had a special gift in her ability to connect with children and make each one of them feel as if they were the most important person in the room. She was blessed to be able to use this gift for many years at Sulphur Springs Elementary School until she started her courageous fight with Ovarian Cancer in 2019.
Carol also had a fierce passion of love for family and friends. Carol’s proudest achievement was becoming a mother to her two beautiful children, Parker and Lexie Breuel. Her gentle nature, kind heart and endless love left a lasting impression on everyone she met leaving them feeling better and blessed for knowing her. Carol also enjoyed her time with her two fur babies Lilly and Gracie. It is with deep sorrow of the family to lay such a loved soul to rest. Carol will be heavily missed by many and never forgotten.
Carol is preceded in death by her Father: Howard Parker, Mother: Donna Parker, Nephew: Nolan Morgan and Father and Mother-in-Law: Jerry and Dee Breuel.
Carol is survived by her husband Kevin Breuel of Jonesborough, TN, her two Children: Parker of Knoxville, TN and Lexie Breuel of Jonesborough, TN, Sisters: Susan Morgan of Pendleton, SC and Emily (Leck) Morgan of Pendleton, SC, Brother: Bryant Parker of Seneca, SC, Sister-in-Law Kelly Hartel (Bill) of Potosi, MO, Nieces: Neely (Jordan) Higginbothom and their little ones: Zaylee and Raiden of Pendleton, SC , Kari Hartel (Brandon Chazelle) of St Louis, MO, Sagan Pluth (Dustin) of St Louis, MO, nephews Craig Hartel of Farmington, MO and John (Handley) Hartel of St Louis, MO.
The family will receive friends at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The funeral service will begin at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at 11:00 AM. A Graveside service will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
Pastor Marty McKee will be officiating.
Pallbearers will be family & friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sulphur Springs Elementary School.
12/13/2021
Regina France Hensley
I loved Carol! I still hear her voice in my mind. What a precious momma, sub, and friend she was. Teaching both Parker and Lexie, I was blessed 2 years to have Carol as a room mom. She made sure every child had what they needed and wanted no recognition. I will never forget the last time she subbed for me. Before I left and she took over for an afternoon, she decided the room needed some fresh air and opened a window. We did not expect what happened next! It was a scene from a nightmare comedy! A swarm of wasps flew into the room. We were swatting and spraying all over the classroom!! It’s hard to say how many dead wasps we swept up that afternoon!! It was so horrifying all we could do was laugh!! No one was stung. Carol gave me 2 special gifts when my grandson was born. I saddens my heart she will not know her own grandchildren but may they forever know of her memory and that she loved them before they were. My heart and prayers go out to each of you.
Kevin I am so sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kevin, Parker and Lexie, My heart is broken for all of you. I will forever be grateful for her help with Maddie and her support throughout the years. She was compassionate, funny and special in many other ways. She was a wonderful hostess and always made everyone feel welcomed. A part of her will always be with anyone lucky enough to know her. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear about Carol. She was a great supporter of Sulphur Springs School and I enjoyed Lexi as an instructional assistant while at SS. You are all in my prayers.
12/09/2021
Bobby and Sandra Mullikin. Pendleton,S.C.
We are saddened by the loss of your precious Carol. We love your entire family,always have. We are praying for all of you. May God Bless you all during this difficult time. Have any needs call. Us. 864 940 5089 Bobby.
Kevin and Family,
With deepest sympathy.
Big big hugs to you all during this difficult time.
I’m blessed to have called Carol one of my dearest friends and will cherish the memories of her and of our times together. She had such a kind and caring heart and was always thinking of those around her. She was definitely a second mom to my son and many others. I’m so sorry that she left this life so early. There is comfort in knowing that she is in a place with no pain or suffering and that we will see each other again one day. Prayers for the Kevin, Parker, Lexie and other family during this difficult time. Love you all!
So sorry for your loss. I will always remember Carol's sweet, sweet smile...seems like she always had a lovely smile on her face... and her fierce love for and loyalty to her family. She battled her cancer graciously and bravely and epitomized grace under fire. She will always hold a special place in my heart and will live forever in our hearts and minds. I am so thankful we reconnected a few weeks back, and I was able to share with her one of my hand-made crocheted blankets to comfort her in her last weeks. Our last correspondence was in Facebook Messenger in which she graciously thanked me for the blanket. I will cherish that message as long as I live. I would love to be there to speak with each of you tonight as you remember her very special life, but I am feeling a somewhat under-the-weather. I have very recently been directly exposed to COVID, so out of an abundance of caution, I am sending this message instead of coming to the receiving of friends this evening. Please know that you will continue to be in my prayers and thoughts. God bless, comfort, and keep you.
12/08/2021
Brandon Smith (Billy’s dad)
So sorry for your loss. Natalie and I will be praying for you all.
Kevin I am so sorry for your loss.
12/07/2021
Dennis and Kelly Bland
Carol's love and friendship has touched our lives. It was an honor to have known her. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Kevin, Lexie and Parker. Prayers for all of the family.
Carol and the Parker girls were childhood friends. At one point I think we were all in the band together. Carol has been sweet, loving and wonderful her entire life. She was an exceptional human being with a heart bigger than life itself and she worried about everyone but herself. She will be missed by many!!! Carol, Heaven has gained another beautiful angel my friend. Keep a watch over us all. I love you!! Until we meet again. ♥️
Dear Kevin and family, Very sorry to learn of Carol's passing. We often don't know the struggles and heart aches that others in the Quillen Family face. Every day is a blessing. Please know that we care and pray for the peace that passes all understanding. "And now these three remain, Faith, Hope and Love. But the greatest of these is Love." 1 Corinthians 13:13
" May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all."
Definitely one of the kindest and sweetest souls has left this earth to a much better place. She will be missed by many.
I met Carol during her daughter’s sixth grade year! From that point my family was forever changed!’ Carol shared her love
I was fortunate enough to know sweet Carol from our time spent together on the playground me teaching Kindergarten and Carol subbing in different capacities at Sulphur Springs School. Her son and my son were the same age and I also knew her in that way too. Carol was a sweet, calm person who loves people and children. She went above and beyond with the students at SS doing things for them without anyone ever knowing. She has been greatly missed since her battle with Cancer began and she will forever be remembered as one of our own. We love you Carol, and will never forget you. Lisa Greene
12/06/2021
Roy Wilbur & Linda Broccardo
Very Sorry for your loss Prayers to all the Family!!
