Carol Flory

Carol Ann Flory (Strickler) of Des Moines (67), passed away on December 19, 2021 at the Eagan Point Senior Living facility in Eagan, Minnesota. She was born on November 9, 1954 in Grundy Center, to Donald and Irene Strickler.

Carol is survived by her four children, Jason Flory of Eagan, Jeffrey Flory of Duluth, Jonathan Flory of Woodbury, and Tiffany (Lucas) Flory-Haack of Ankeny; one granddaughter Sayuri Flory; and two sisters, Sharon (Bill) Thompson, and Nancy Cordes. Her parents, Donald and Irene Strickler preceded her in death.

Carol grew up on a farm in Grundy Center where she loved spending time with her father walking the bean fields and taming kittens she found while working on the farm.

Carol had a great love of nature and the outdoors because of her fond memories of growing up on the farm. Her greatest joy was raising her four children and supporting them in any of their musical or theatrical endeavors. Carol was a kind and generous friend who enjoyed taking walks and sharing stories.

There will be a funeral service at 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 27 at the United Methodist Church in Grundy Center with a fellowship to follow.

Memorial contributions may be made to Methodist Church in Grundy Center, Iowa at 707 6th St, Grundy Center, IA 50638.