Carol Svertesky, age 79, passed away on November 5, 2026.
Born on November 23, 1946, Carol was known most of all for her kindness. She had a gentle and witty way about her — always thinking of others, always ready with a helping hand, a kind word, and a funny remark that could make anyone smile.
Carol retired from the City of Bridgeport, CT, Police Department. Her hobbies included making jewelry and stained glass, and she had a delightful habit of collecting odd kitchen gadgets — always finding joy in the unique and unexpected.
She loved her Maxine cartoons and their thoughts on life ….
“Don’t think of it as aging, but instead upgrading to vintage.”
She will be remembered for the way she loved her family and friends, and for the quiet, steady kindness she showed to everyone she met. She will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her daughter, Sandra; her son-in-law, Joe Dotson; her sister, Nancy Robinson, and her husband, Gary Robinson; her brother, James Lesinsky, and his wife, Joyce Lesinsky; her nephew, Frank Lesinsky; and her beloved sweet pup, Penny, whom she adopted from the Dickson County Humane Society and adored.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Svertesky, and her parents, Mattie Elizabeth Wood and Edward Lesinsky.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol’s memory may be made to the Dickson County Humane Society.