Carol Jean Napier Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on October 18, 2025, at the age of 87, Carol Jean Napier of Springfield, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Roy Penn and Marian Penn (Colvin); her husband Donald E. Napier; and her son Michael E. Napier. She is survived by: her daughters, Mary Napier (Mike Gagne) of Chapel Hill, NC, Lori Laaker (David) of Lexington, KY, Susan Carlson (Alan) of Ball Ground, GA and Karen Vost (James) of Springfield, IL; her grandchildren, Sarah Pace (Noah), Evan Gagne, Kyle Laaker (Jenn), Cory Laaker (Jenna), Collin Laaker, Daniel Carlson (Olivia Krohn), Bradley Vost and Ryan Vost; and her great grandchildren, Quinn and Eden Pace. She is also survived by six nieces and nephews.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the U of I Foundation: Michael E. Napier Memorial Award, PO Box 734500, Chicago, IL 60673.
