Carol Ann Householder, 70, of Mount Joy passed away on November 1, 2024 after a year long illness. Her earthly race ended with her loving family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard L. Householder, to whom she was married to for 44 years.

Born in New Castle, detouring thru Massachusetts and finally settling in Lancaster County, Carol lived the strongest life. She loved to work and was employed by the KMart Corporation for more than three decades alongside her best friend Mary. She enjoyed reading the newspaper and checking the ads, watching Days and other soaps, trips back "home" to New Castle and taking her grandkids to the pool. She dedicated her entire life to her family.

Surviving Carol are two children, Richard (Melissa) Householder, Landisville and Leanne (Robert) Martin, Harrisburg. Affectionately known as "Nina" she will be greatly missed by eleven grandchildren: Tianna, Benjamin, Alexander, Evelyn, Raeanne, Rebekah, Ramiah, Raziel, Raquel, Rahsaan and Raelynn. Carol is also survived by sisters Mary, Johana, Sandy, Betty and Barb along with a brother Tyrone.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.