Carrie West, 82, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026

Born on March 9, 1944, Carrie spent much of her life in Fullerton, California where she grew up with her parents, Robert and Anna Ward and her brothers Gary and Darrel Ward. It was there that she also raised her three daughters Laura Cockrell, Lisa Snell, and Linda Byrne. During her career she worked many years as a buyer for local company CBS Musical Instruments at the company's large factory in Fullerton, CA.

After the loss of her husband Arthur West in her early forties, Carrie helped raise her grandchildren and was an active member of Sunny Hills Church of Christ and volunteered and worked as a caregiver for several seniors in the community.

In her later years, Carrie made her home in Green Valley, AZ. She attended the United Methodist Church of Green Valley and enjoyed Sunday services. She also volunteered at the Animal league of Green Valley where she helped care for the cats and dogs at the shelter. Other hobbies included flower arranging, cooking and spending time with her family. She was a proud and loving mother and grandmother.

Carrie was proceeded in death by her husband, Arthur West, twin brother Gary Ward, and her parents Anna and Robert Ward.

She is survived by her three daughters Laura, Lisa and Linda and her brother Darrel and her extended family including her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Carrie will be remembered for her social and talkative personality, her willingness to help others especially seniors, and her love of her own family. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.

A private memorial gathering will be held on Friday July 30, 2026 at 7:00 pm at the home of Laura Cockrell.