Carol Janet LaFaver

Carol Janet (Priest) LaFaver, age 83, died at the Morning Star Assisted Care Center in Lakewood, Colorado on April 29, 2025. 

Carol was born in Rapid City, South Dakota to Clarence and Norris Priest. The family later located to Casper, Wyoming where she attended Natrona County High School, Casper College, and then went on to the University of Wyoming. Carol joined Standard Oil Co. after graduating, which relocated her to Denver. She had a 41 year long career in the oil business. Her move to Denver led to her meeting and marriage to her husband of 56 years, Donald "Don" LaFaver. Together they raised their son, Daniel.

Carol's passions were her family, her career, and outdoor recreation, including waterskiing where she set two records for her outstanding performance. She also enjoyed many years of house boating on Lake Powell. After her retirement, Carol enjoyed teaching English to the families of foreign business people while they were temporarily in the U.S.

Carol is survived by her husband, Don; their son, Dan and his wife Heidi; grandchildren, Molly and Indy; her brother, Bill; sister, Joyce; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.

There will be a private service for family and a Celebration of Life at a later date, information will be posted here.