Carole Schaps Garman, 82, passed away October 8, 2014, in DeKalb, after a long illness.

She was born in Chicago on April 5, 1932, the daughter of Sam and Helen Schaps. She lived in Chicago until moving to DeKalb about fifteen years ago.

She is survived by her children, Melissa ""Missy"" (David Jacobson) Garman of DeKalb and Mitchell (Susan) Garman of Glenview, and her beloved grandchildren, Samantha Marie, Brody Beckham, and Harper Rose, and her brother, Jordan Schaps of New York City. She is also survived by Bernard (Marlene) Garman, her friend, former husband, and the father of her children.

Carole was an avid fan of the Chicago White Sox, but above all she cherished her children and grandchildren. She was also a longtime contributor to WLBK's Freezin' for Food benefiting the (nonsectarian) Salvation Army Food Pantry.

The family would like to thank all the wonderful caregivers and doctors who cared for Carole over the years, especially Drs. Dhaval Thakkar, Shane York, and Harkamal Rehal and the energetic and supportive staff of Bethany Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

In accordance with Carole's wishes, cremation has taken place, with arrangements made by Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home of DeKalb. The family will sit shivah at Congregation Beth Shalom in DeKalb on Sunday, October 12 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm with a brief service at 2:00 pm. The family will also sit shivah in Glenview on Monday and Tuesday.

In keeping with Carole's strong tradition of charity, contributions in her memory may be made to WGN Radio Neediest Kids Fund, Robert R. McCormick Foundation, 205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 4300, Chicago, IL 60601; Salvation Army Food Pantry, 830 Grove Street, DeKalb,IL 60115; or Congregation Beth Shalom, 820 Russell Road, DeKalb, IL 60115.

Service:
Sunday, October 12, 2014

1:00 to 3:00 pm with a brief service at 2:00 pm

Congregation Beth Shalom in DeKalb
Visitation: