Carolyn Gail Henrikson passed away at home suddenly on Monday, Feb. 25, 2013. She was 79.

She is survived by her children; Erik, Aleta, Kjell; and Gregg, her grandchildren; Kjell, Paul, Dustin, Ashley, Jeffrey, Brent, Carolyn, and Everett, and her great-grandchildren; Keelan, Hugo, and Annie.

Carolyn’s love of Lake Tahoe began while a child growing up in Tahoe City, and lasted a lifetime. She loved painting, gardening, and enjoying her family and all of her dear friends.

For anyone wishing to honor Carolyn’s memory, please make a donation to North Tahoe Arts, PO Box 6354, Tahoe City, CA 96145.