Carol Dolph Mandell

Carol Dolph Mandell (80) passed away on October 17, 2024 in Tallahassee, Florida where she has spent the last 7 years of her life. She was born on November 21, 1943 in Washington, D.C. to parents Newell and Doris Clewis Dolph. Carol graduated from Unadilla High School as Valedictorian and later from University of Georgia with her Bachelors. Upon graduation, she taught both chemistry and physics at a high school level. She married the love of her life Milton “Sandy” Mandell in 1969 and their life together was nothing short of remarkable. Often traveling for Sandy’s military or law enforcement careers, they called numerous places “home” throughout their 55 years together: Texas, Mississippi, Kentucky, Georgia as well as Miami, Ocala, Sarasota, Pensacola and most recently Jacksonville, Florida before settling down in Tallahassee. His service also led them beyond the United States to Bahrain, Germany and Korea, where she enthusiastically taught math to grades 1-6 on base. Carol also worked for the CIA during their time in Washington, D.C. Carol was never deterred by the stresses of moving while raising their son as long as she had her Sandy by her side. You could often find them going out to eat together, because date night was every night, or simply spending time together with their beloved dogs Snickers and Cocoa who just recently passed at 19 years old; her long life no doubt due to the tender love and care from Carol. Survivors include her adoring husband Sandy and their son Michael Aaron Mandell (Stephanie) as well as her brother, Bo Dolph. She was preceded in passing by her parents and her other son, David C. Mandell. A service in celebration of her life will be held at Bevis Funeral Home on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10:30am with a reception to immediately follow. Carol will later be laid to rest and reunited with her son David at Arlington National Cemetery. Breanna Green of Bevis Funeral Home (850-385-2193 or www.bevisfh.com) is assisting the family with their arrangements.

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Carol Dolph Mandell

November 21, 1943 - October 17, 2024