Carol Ann Zimmer, RN, MSN, 62, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital surrounded by family and friends, after a brave battle with Multiple Myeloma.
Born on February 1, 1964, Carol dedicated her life to caring for others. She spent more than 30 years as a nurse, serving countless patients with compassion, strength, and kindness, as a nurse preceptor at Southern Baptist University, she helped shape the next generation of caregivers, mentoring students with patience, wisdom, and encouragement.
Carol’s faith guided her far beyond the hospital walls. She participated in three mission trips across two continents, helping build schools and support an orphanage for children in need. Closer to home, she generously gave her time to homeless outreach services, always seeking ways to uplift and care for others.
Above all, Carol loved her family deeply. She was the mom who always said yes — chaperoning school and church events, supporting every milestone, and packing up the car for camping trips with her children nearly every weekend. Her warmth, laughter, and steady presence created lasting memories for all who knew and loved her.
Carol is survived by her beloved children, Nicholas (Kelsey) of Texas, Danielle (Nathan) and grandson Ezra of Texas. Her mother, Betty of St. Louis and her sisters, Mary Curran of Florida, Catherine Hunt of Seattle, and Linda O’Hanlon of St. Louis. Carol was preceded in death by her son, William, and her father, Walter.
Carol was a devoted daughter, sister, nurse, teacher, and friend who led with compassion and consistently showed up for others. Her legacy of service, faith, and love will continue to live on in the many lives she touched.
Visitation will begin Saturday at 10:00 a.m, with the funeral service to follow at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Kutis Funeral Home – Affton Chapel.
The service will be livestreamed at:
[Celebration of Life Livestream](https://together.oneroomstreaming.com/KutisFHAfftonMain/carol-a-zimmer/Y59KPV/register?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=chatgpt.com)
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the [American Cancer Society](https://donate.cancer.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com).
The family is deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and support shown during this difficult time. Your kindness means so much, and continued thoughts and prayers are sincerely appreciated as they honor and celebrate Carol’s life.
Sending condolences and prayers to
The Family of Carol Zimmer. I worked with Carol on 10200 at Barnes- Jewish Hospital back in the 80’s. Carol was such a joy to many. She will truly be missed by many.
May she rest in peace.
Carol was such a good friend to her neighbor , my daughter,Shanna. They relied on each other and were truly best of friends. Carol will be missed!
May Carol rest in peace. She fought a horrible battle. My prayers go out to her children, mom, and sisters.
Your mom was a wonderful lady❤️ I am so so sorry for your loss 🙏🏻She was taken from us way too soon! What a tough lady to fight this disease for as long as she did! I will be thinking and praying for you all, Grandma Bone and Carol’s sisters 🥰