Carol Larkin

Carol Ann Larkin, age 61, born February 19, 1965 in St. Paul MN passed away on July 29, 2026 in Edina MN.

Carol is survived by her mother Suzette Wallen (Jerry Wallen), father Jerome Kohler (Marilyn Kohler), siblings Dawn Harrelson (Donald Harrelson), Ron Kohler (Teresa Kohler), and Bret Kohler (Cindy Kohler), husband Gary Larkin, children Melinda Kinne, Melissa Babitzke (Ian Babitzke), Michael Kohler-Sarafin, Melanie Kinne, and McKenzie Kohler, grandchildren Kadyn Kinne, Aaliyah Kohler-Sarafin, Carson Prudhon, Alexa Kinne, Steven Schutts III, Camela Schutts, and Edith Babitzke.

Being a mom and a nana was Carol's greatest joy — the role she cherished above all else. Carol was always there for her children with open arms, a listening ear, and unconditional love. She was the most incredible Nana. Grandchildren were her entire world, there wasn’t a single thing Carol wouldn’t have done for them. Because of her, that love will live on in generations still to come.

A woman of strong Christian faith, Carol found joy in celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. She was especially known for her love of baking Christmas cookies and making every Christmas season magical for those she loved. Carol's home was filled with love, laughter, and lasting memories.

Carol demonstrated remarkable strength, resilience, and unwavering faith even in the face of life's greatest challenges. She continued to put her family first, offering love and hope to everyone around her. Her bravery and determination were an inspiration to all who knew her. Her legacy lives on in the family she cherished and in the lives she touched through her compassion and faith.

Memorial service will be held Saturday August 15th, 2026 at Calvary Assembly of God (2988 60th Ave Wilson, WI 54027) at 2pm. Those who wish to honor Carol’s memory with a gift rather than flowers are invited to make a donation to Options for Women in Menomonie. Your generosity would be a meaningful way to remember Carol and support a cause she cared deeply about. Donations can be made here: https://friendsofwmenomonie.org/give/

"His lord said unto him, 'Well done, thou good and faithful servant... enter thou into the joy of thy lord.'" — Matthew 25:21

Though our hearts are heavy with loss, we find comfort in knowing Carol has been welcomed home into the loving arms of her Savior. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.