Carol "MaMa" Meyer Grace

Carol Meyer Grace, affectionally known as “MaMa”, age 85 of Palmyra, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Londonderry Village. She is survived by her loving husband, D. John Grace, Jr., and was preceded in death by her late husband, Roy M. Meyer. Born in Hershey, PA, on July 17, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Ira M. and Miriam N. (Lingle) Baum. Carol was also preceded in death by her brother, Jay L. Baum. In addition to her husband, Carol is survived by two children, Kimberly A. Graves, wife of William Jr. (Annville), Roy A. Meyer, husband of Kelly (Annville), five grandchildren: Jessica Wenger, wife of Christopher; William E. Graves, III, husband of Hilary; Jenna Benedict, wife of Bo; Chelsea Logan, wife of Douglas; Erica Veach, wife of Michael. Carol also has eight great grandchildren: Addison Wenger, Grant Wenger, MayLeigh Graves, William Graves, IV, Josie Benedict, Riley Logan, Nora Logan, and Kayleigh Veach. She considered John’s family her own, which consists of three children: D. John Grace, III, husband of Sandra (Palmyra); Nancy G. Bogdonoff (Palmyra); Kathleen K. Grace (Palmyra), four grandchildren: Jacob Bogdonoff, husband of Ann Mason; Eleanor Bogdonoff; Robert Grace, husband of Karla; Daniel Grace. In addition, five great grandchildren: Fox Bogdonoff, Stella Bogdonoff, Alex Crosby, Aram Crosby, and Izabella Crosby. Carol’s life is exemplified by her never-ending love for her family. Many memories of Carol are known by seeing her at an athletic field or activity, whether it was supporting her husband, her children, her grandchildren, and even her great grandchildren. She was the anchor of her family and imparted her humble spirit on all those whose lives she touched. Her strong faith in God led her to a life of service. She exemplified this service in the Palmyra Church of the Brethren, of which she was a member since 1958. She also enjoyed her bookkeeping work in the family business, H. L. Meyer, Inc., for many years. Carol was married to her high school sweetheart, Roy, and raised their family together for 40 years. After his passing, she found love again and was married to John for the past 24 years. John has been a devoted caregiver throughout Carol’s recent illnesses. A public visitation will be held from 10:30 am. to 11:30 am. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Palmyra Church of the Brethren, 45 North Chestnut Street, Palmyra, PA 17078. Following, a Celebration of Life Service will begin at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Londonderry Village Good Samaritan Fund, 1200 Grubb Road, Palmyra, PA, 17078, or to Palmyra Church of the Brethren.

Carol "MaMa" Meyer Grace

July 17, 1939 - April 10, 2025