Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt and Friend: Carolyn Adams-Holcombe May 9, 1938 – November 12, 2015Carolyn Adams-Holcombe, 77 years old, died peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2015, at Providence Hospice Center in Waco, Texas due to a complication of Pulmonary Fibrosis. Prior to hospice care, she received treatment at Providence Hospital. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family and friends carried her through this difficult time. Yet even throughout her struggle, she remained positive and in great spirits. Carolyn was born May 9, 1938 in Chilton, Texas to Floyie and Alma Adams. The older of two beautiful girls, her sister Sandra Chandler lives with her spouse Randy, in Chilton. After graduating from Chilton High School on 1956, Carolyn attended Durham's Business College in Austin, Texas. After graduation she moved to Houston, Texas as she wanted to experience life in "the big city". Shortly thereafter, she met her Sweetheart, Bud Holcombe. The couple was married on November 1, 1958 at her parent's home in Chilton. They resided in Houston for a number of years before moving back to Chilton. Carolyn is survived by her husband, Bud, of 58 years and children: Mark of Waco, Terrie Peterson of Frisco, Texas, and her sister Sandra Chandler of Chilton. Close family members include nephew Micah Chandler, wife Christine and their children Kyle, Ashton and Emily; nephew Joel Chandler, wife Brandi and their children, Carter and Caleb. Brother-in-laws, Randy Chandler and Max Holcombe of Houston and son-in-law, Jerry. Other family members include many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.Carolyn worked as a Medical Transcriptionist at Falls Community Hospital in Marlin, Texas, for 28 yrs. before retirement. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Chilton, the Friendship Sunday School class and Hostess Committee. She enjoyed spending time with her husband and son and looked forward to her trips to Frisco to visit daughter and son-in-law. She cherished time with "Sister" Sandra, brother-in-law and friends, and was a loving aunt to her nieces and nephews. She was known for her contagious laugh and loved happy and upbeat music. She also enjoyed playing 84 dominos, doing water aerobics, watching football, attending church and taking care of her sweet dog Jack, who will miss her dearly. Visitation information for family and friends of Carolyn Holcombe: There was a Visitation at Adams Funeral Home in Marlin, Texas on Monday, November 16, 2015 at 5:00-7:00pm. The funeral was presided by Brother Mark Newton and Brother Andy Kilpatrick at the First Baptist Church of Chilton, Texas on Tuesday, November 17th at 11:00am followed by a burial at the Chilton Cemetery. Pallbearers included: Micah Chandler, Joel Chandler, Duck James, Danny Lobue, Gary Gray, Bruce Davis and Brent Holcombe. A luncheon reception for family and friends was held at First Baptist Church Annex following the burial. The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, visits, cards and support from family and friends. We also want to thank the wonderful nurses and staff at Providence Hospital and Providence Hospice Center. A special thanks and appreciation to Adams Funeral Home, First Baptist Church of Chilton and to the Hostess Committee for the wonderful luncheon reception. Memorial Contributions can be made to: First Baptist Church of Chilton, Chilton Cemetery Association or Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation: 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, IL 60611 or online at pulmonaryfibrosis.org. This obituary was written by Terrie Peterson, in honor of my loving and supportive Mother. It is my tribute to her memory, which will be carried on in the legacy of love which is now each of us – the lives she touched with her unconditional love, friendship and laughter.