Carol (Tillman) Perlaza

Carol Tillman Perlaza, 82, went to be with the Lord on February 2, 2026.  Carol was born in Wilmington, Delaware on June 10, 1943. The oldest of five siblings, Carol was an avid reader, excelled in academics, and was an animal lover.  Carol graduated valedictorian of her class in nursing school, and went on to have a long, successful career in nursing. She retired to Beech Mountain where she spent many years enjoying the nature and beauty of her surroundings.
 
Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry Tillman and Jeannie Tillman of Okeechobee FL; her son Sean McDaniel of Beech Mountain, NC; her grandson Jimbo Faught of Lithia, FL; her granddaughter Ashleigh Bagnall of Garner, NC; and her son-in-law Addam Bagnall of Garner, NC.

Carol is survived by her loving children: Bill McDaniel (Mercedes) of Dover, FL; Robert McDaniel (Edelwina) of Plant City, FL; Carol "Kitten" Powell of Orlando,FL; and Sharon Bagnall of Garner, NC.

Grandchildren: Jessica Gales (Nick) of Garner, NC; Christian Powell (Melissa) of Dallas Center, IA; Harley Morua (Gabriel) of Dover, FL; Shannon Powell of Las Vegas, NV; and Mandolyn Bagnall of Raleigh, NC.

Great Grandchildren: Troy Hinkley of Garner, NC; Ethan Hinkley of Garner, NC; Ryker Reynolds of Dover, FL; Sienna Crawford-Morua of Dover, FL; Arthur Powell of Dallas Center, IA; Ingrid Brown of Dallas Center, IA; Catalina Morua of Dover, FL; and Gabriel Morua of Dover, FL.

Her siblings: Johnny Tillman (Vickie) of Jensen Beach, FL; Jeanne Fiato of Okeechobee, FL; Jerry Tillman, Jr. (Kathy) of Okeechobee, FL;  Keith Tillman (Laura) of West Palm Beach, FL;

Her loving aunt Shirley Brittingham of Millsboro, DE; Her dearest friend, Don Groover of Beech Mountain; her beloved dog Rascal; and many nieces and nephews.

Carol was also blessed with many friends in the greater Beech Mountain and Boone communities, including members of the Boone Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Carol touched many peoples' lives as a caring daughter, mother, sister, and friend, as well as a friendly and competent caregiver. She left a lasting impression on everyone she knew and loved. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00 with funeral service following at 11:00 at Austin and Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory. Graveside will be held at 1:00 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Blowing Rock, NC. 

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