Carol Joyce Prins

Carol Joyce Prins, born on July 24, 1940, in Worthington, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at the Magnolia Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Gainesville. Her life was a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion.

Carol never met a stranger. She could light up any room with her warm smile and engaging spirit. She was an exceptional storyteller whose tales captivated audiences, bringing to life moments that felt both grand and intimate. A true matriarch, her home was a sanctuary where family and friends gathered, nourished by her culinary delights and surrounded by the flourishing gardens she cherished. Cooking, gardening, art, and writing were her passions, avenues through which she expressed her creativity and her devotion to those she loved. Carol's journey through life was painted with remarkable accomplishments, as she excelled as both an artist and an author. Her creative expressions rendered the world a more beautiful place, echoing the beauty she saw in each moment and each person.

Carol was married to her beloved husband, Rodney Prins, for an incredible 65 years. Together, they built a life filled with cherished memories and the kind of love that inspired those around them. Their union steered the ship of their family, guiding their children, Tammy (Barry) Ryan, Lourie Albanese, Daniel Prins, and Scott (Kim) Prins. As a mother, she was devoted, instilling values and providing unconditional support to her children, ensuring they walked the paths of life with confidence and courage.

Her legacy lives on through her grandchildren—Caitlin, Joseph, Kristen (Blake), Stephen (Alexis), Emily, Kenna, Max, and Kelsey—who were inspired by her stories, and who filled her heart with pride and joy. All of them—including her great-grandchildren, Avery and Austin—were kissed with her creativity and love, each a testament to her life's work.

Carol is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Hulda Brinkhous Licht, and her brothers, Ardell, Loyed, Stanley, and Loyed Lee Licht.

In honoring her memory, all are invited to pay their respects during a visitation on January 11, 2025, from 2:00pm to 2:30pm at Archer-Milton Funeral Home in Lake Butler, Florida, with a funeral service beginning at 2:30pm. Immediately following the service Carol will be laid to rest at Elzey Chapel Cemetery. It is the pleasure of Archer-Milton Funeral Home to honor the life of Carol Prins. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com