Carolyn Sue Emberton Geralds age 83 formerly of New Richmond, passed away in Wellbrooke of Crawfordsville, 8:30 PM Thursday, October 1, 2026. She was born in Tompkinsville, KY August 12, 1943 daughter of the late William and Savanah Crabtree Emberton. She married James Andrew Geralds in Salina TN, January 10, 1959 and he preceded her in death September 24, 2012.

Carolyn attended Bowman School in Monroe County Kentucky. Following their marriage, Carolyn and Jim moved to New Richmond in 1959. Carolyn had worked as a production assistant at Ag Alumni Seed Co. in Romney, Fleetwood Travel Trailer and had provided child care in her home. She was a member of the former Christian Church in New Richmond. She was a great cook, enjoyed gardening and flowers. Her greatest love was family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved the changing seasons and decorating for each holiday.

Surviving are six daughters: Susie (JT) Abbott of Crawfordsville, Brenda Spencer of Crawfordsville, Betty Geralds of Crawfordsville, Bonnie Monts of Crawfordsville, Beverly Roberts (Patrick), of Magnum, OK, Belinda Geralds of Genva, IN; two sons; Jamie (Julie) Geralds of Clearwater, FL and Mike (April) Geralds of Magnum, OK. 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters and four brothers.

Carolyn’s family will receive guests 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate and one hour prior to funeral services at 11:00 AM Thursday, October 8th at the funeral home with Chris Lewellen, Willi & Mike Bunch officiating. Burial will follow in New Richmond Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to New Richmond Cemetery. Visit us on line at www.familyandfriendsfh.com to sign the guest book or share a memory.