Thanks for all the thoughtful and kind words.

Thank you for making this site. It is wonderful to be able to see these photographs and see Caryl's life.

Even as a little kid, Caryl was kind, thoughtful and generous in spirit. We wild group of cousins would all be thrown together at the Farm, and Caryl was the one that I liked to be around ---to play dress-ups with, swing on the hay ropes in the barn with, lie in the grass and talk with, hang around Grammie's kitchen with. As a teenager, she would go to the Farm to visit with and help Grammie and Gramp, showing a maturity and compassion that was rare in those times. They both loved Caryl very much and told me how much they appreciated her kindness in helping them throughout many years.

I admired Caryl's courage and determination in returning to college in the late seventies, seeing through her marriage, taking risks in her life. I didn't see her often, but when I did, I always felt a strong connection with her. Our talks were immediately deep and to the point. When she was first diagnosed, years ago, she talked to me about how wonderful John had been with this challenge, and how lucky she was that they had survived the trials that marriage presents to arrive at this place of love and support. She also expressed what an incredible gift it was for her to have Jason in her life. It is clear the love and support of her family and friends sustained Caryl through these last years. Thank you for being there for her.

Janice Perry

Dear John, Jason, and Family,

This collection of photos and sentiments is a beautiful testament to a most beautiful lady. Caryl has touched all of our lives with her gracious, kind and gentle spirit. I feel fortunate to have known her through numerous family Thanksgiving reunions, and will remember always her welcoming smile and lively good humor, even in times of illness. Her courage and strength of purpose are a model for all.

We will miss her sadly. Our love and prayers,

Lynn and Jeff Hewes

After viewing your loving tribute to Caryl, I wanted to drop you a brief note extending my sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend. Sometimes in our lives, we have the good fortune of crossing paths with someone special. It appears from your heartfelt expressions, that Caryl was indeed such a person. Though my time in her presence was very brief and limited, it was easy to identify the gentle, loving spirit that lived within her. I hope her quiet strength, courage and enthusiasm for life provided some comfort for you these past 7 years.

It was obvious to those of us briefly in her presence that her family's love and support helped sustain her. Whenever she spoke of you, Jason & his family, gardening, or walks along the shore...she did so with a brightness on her face that reflected a genuine peace & happiness within. Indeed, she was blessed.

May you and those who loved Caryl, find comfort in happy memories and may her spirit help sustain you during this time of sadness. A life such as hers is indeed to be celebrated.

Thank you for taking the time to call me last evening and include me in your memorial for her.

Barbara Gaedtke

My name is Ron Hersey. I use to go to school with Caryl in Plainfield. The other day, I sadly received the news from my parents of the loss of Caryl. My mother and Caryl's mother Doris have been close friends ever since Caryl and I were kids growing up in Plainfield. I remember playing dolls with Caryl and going to a number of her birthday parties. My wife, Penny and I went to school with Caryl graduating from the same high school class. After high school we went separate paths. I'm not sure exactly what happened but maybe it was because we had different interests. I remember Caryl as a more a member of the 60's movement. My interests were different. I was focused on finishing college and starting a new family with my wife. I also went to UVM, but never really connected with Caryl while in college. The last time I remember seeing Caryl was in the spring of our junior year outside Ira Allen Chapel on way to class. I remember she seemed happy and contented with her life. As I read your web site it strikes me that see remained true to that spirit. Even though we may have had different interests it seemed we may also had common interests. I see from your photos that you and Caryl enjoyed sailing. My wife and I are also sailors and sail our 30' Catalina called Windchyme out of Hingham. We have many sailing friends in the Marshfield area. Although we were never a part of Caryl's adult life, it is the loss of childhood friendships that saddens me the most. Even though our interests took us on different paths we probably had more in common than we thought. It is this lesson that I take away from Caryl's loss.

My wife and I extend our heartfelt condolence on your loss and pray that Caryl's spirit remains forever with you and your family.

Ron and Penny Hersey Nashua, NH

John, Jason and all your family,

Despite the distance we have grown apart as we have grown older, I hold you both in my heart as friends. In the past little while I have thought often about each of you…and of course wonderful Caryl.

I have been wishing for some image to refocus my memory and you have unexpectedly delivered with the website. Thank you.

My heart is too full to say more at the moment but please, keep yourselves well.

Tom Burke

hey all you Wincuinas family. This is a GREAT site. I'm so glad I had the chance to meet you all and Caryl at Christmas. Seems like you all graced each others lives with love and beauty.

Warmly, Bernadette

Dear John & Jason and family,

Our heart goes out to you and your family. I do remembered Caryl since at the Wincuinas/Vincent's family reunion that I never forgot her when she asked me to come join with her and her sister in law, Barbara and sister in law, Jean to play a game with SCRABBLE. We did really have fun. That is how I admired with her face as so friendly and very sweet to me. I'll miss her when the family reunion comes soon one day. God will take care of you.

With deepest sympathy,
Martha & Wayne Vincent & daughters

I was very moved by the website. It is a beautiful testament to a wonderful beautiful woman. You did so much for Caryl over these past years...and you have done so much for all those whom you care about...and you are still doing it...I am grateful... Thank you and Love to everyone for the messages on the site, to those who helped,

Your friend, Steve sitemap