Carol Ellen Scott Balkum Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Carol Ellen Scott Balkum of Ararat, North Carolina, whose life came to an end on January 25, 2026 at the age of 76, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Carol Ellen Scott Balkum to show support.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Carol shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Carol farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Gibson and Nellie Taylor Scott; her husband Earl Thomas Balkum; her children, Catherine Taylor Balkum and James Thomas Balkum; and her siblings, Edythe Scott Chamberlin and Robert James Scott.

She is survived by: her son Nicholas Balkum; her nephew Park Gamble; and her brother-in-law Ryan Chamberlin.