Mrs. Carolyn Settles, age 87, of Hazlehurst, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Hazlehurst Court Care and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on April 26, 1939, in Eastman to the late Milton D. Coleman and Winnie Stevens Coleman. Carolyn had been a resident of Hazlehurst for more than 45 years and was a member of Philadelphia Church of God in Valdosta. She enjoyed shopping, attending church, and, most of all, spending time with her grandchildren. Carolyn was known for her sprightly personality and her spirited, spitfire nature. She was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished her family and the time they shared together.

In addition to her parents, Carolyn is preceded in death by her daughters, Myra Tribble and Kathy Worthington; her sons, Terry Tribble and Richard Jason Settles, and several brothers and sisters.

Carolyn is survived by her husband of 50 years, Richard Settles of Hazlehurst; her sons, Alex Settles of Hazlehurst and Tim Tribble (Rene) of Vidalia; her daughter, Tracy Hulett of McRae; ten grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel of Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home with Rev. Johnny Taylor officiating.

Visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. until just prior to the service.

Burial will follow in the Helena City Cemetery in McRae-Helena.

Wainright-Parlor Funeral Home and the Settles family are in charge of arrangements.