Obituary of Carol Ann Urban

Carol Anne Urban of Pitman, New Jersey died July 28, 2012 in her home in Pitman after a battle with esophageal cancer at the age of 68. Born in Delanco, NJ, January 6, 1944 to Harry and Laura Villec, Carol graduated from Clayton High School in 1962. She married Albert Urban in 1963. Carol had many interests and many devoted friends from all walks of life. Many knew her as "the purple lady", a title well earned, which reflects her signature color. She participated in many church ministries over the years and actually conceived and carried out her own unique ministry sending bookmarks with inspirational or comforting words to those suffering illness or other trouble in their lives. She also sent birthday cards to those in the Forever Young group at her church. She held many bible study and fellowship groups at her home. Carol was an avid baker, having contributed signature baked goods such as carrot cake bites, cheesecakes or apple cake to many a celebration. She baked Smokey the Bear's birthday cake for his 50th birthday celebration at Batsto State Park in 1993. Carol was a gifted salesperson, owing to her warm spirit and genuine interest in getting to know people. She started her sales career at Wanamaker's and eventually changed to sell appliances at Sears. She retired from Sears after a 30 year career in 2006. A devoted wife and mother, Carol was predeceased by her husband of 40 years Albert H. Urban in 2004. She was also predeceased by her son Robert Timothy Urban in 1967. She is survived by her son and his wife Christopher and Lisa Urban Sr. and Chris' children Christopher Urban Jr. and Taylor Urban; her daughter and son-in-law Frank and Bonnie Adolf and their son Frankie Adolf; Her daughter and son-in-law Rich and Deborah McKinney and their children Sarah, Kailin and Ian. She is also survived by her brothers Tom Villec, Richard Villec and his wife Helen, Ray Villec and his wife Cynthia, and David Villec. Her brother Harry Villec predeceased her in 2011. Viewing will be at Gloucester County Community Church on August 2, from 9 AM to 10:45 AM, with funeral service to be held immediately after the viewing starting at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. There will be light refreshments back at the Urban residence after the burial. Memories may be shared at www.kelleyfhpitman.com.