Carolyn A. Rode, age 81 of West Bend passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023 at Aurora Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. She was born August 26, 1941 to Gladys (Knudsen) and Gustav Rode in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Carolyn was an avid scuba diver, diver for Washington County Search & Rescue Team, Constable for Washington County and enjoyed being on the water and traveling.
She is survived by her life long partner of 27 years, Cathy Petelle, children, Barbara (Joel), Jacob and other family members and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, one son Dale and two siblings.
Funeral Services for Carolyn will be at 4:00 pm, Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at Phillip Funeral Home, with Pastor Frank Baiocchi officiating. Family and friends may gather for a visitation one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be held privately at a later date.
The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family.