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Carolyn Shaw

March 10, 1942 — June 19, 2024

Sacramento

Carolyn Jo Shaw, 82, of Sacramento, California, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Born in Texas on March 10, 1942, she was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph M. and Yolanda G. Gomez, and little sister to two brothers, the late Joseph (Joe) Jr. and Robert (Bob). Her family lived in Texas and Wyoming before moving to Sacramento in 1951. She was the beloved wife of the late Ronald D. Shaw. 

 Carol graduated from Sacramento State University in 1963 before beginning her 40-plus year teaching career dedicated to the children of San Juan School District. Her primary focus was on early reading literacy, helping many children and mentoring dozens of other teachers. 

 Carol enjoyed music, theater, and traveling. She was a long time subscriber to Music Circus and the Broadway Series. She was even able to enjoy shows in New York and London. Two of her favorite travel destinations were the Mendocino coast and Napa Valley. 

 Carol loved spending time with her friends and family, often over a delicious meal and a bottle of wine. 

 Carol is survived by her children, Derek M. Shaw and Tara (Brad) L. Negard (née Shaw); grandchildren Kathryn (Griffin) E. Frugé (née Negard) and Erik B. Negard; and great grandchildren Kent Frugé, Rainey Frugé, Miller Frugé and Kenobi Negard. 

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