Carol Sue Bourland, born on November 11, 1944, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away on May 9, 2023, in Gonzales, LA at the age of 78. Carol enjoyed gardening, puzzles, and time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Carol is survived by her Children, Ronald Abernathy and wife, Amy, Stephanie Bourland; Grandchildren, Ashley Sims and husband Brad, Alexander Abernathy, Abbygail Bourland; Great-grandchildren, Mia and Miles Sims; Siblings, Robert Bertels and wife Vida, Marie Yates, Bryon Capper and wife, Tammy. Carol is preceded in death by her spouse, David Bourland (November 25, 2009); Sibling, Georgia L. Kladis (March 29, 2000); her beloved dog, Otis.
A memorial service to celebrate Carol’s life will be held on Friday, May 12, 4:00pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge officiated by Pastor Bill Crowe. Arrangements entrusted with Church Funeral Services of St. Amant.