Obituary
Carole B. Affsa, 93, of Dunedin, Florida, passed away on November 3, 2025.
She was born on February 12, 1932, in Boston, Massachusetts to Elias and Mary Hadge.
Carole was a talented hairstylist and proud co-owner of Russell Edwards Hair Salon, a sucessful business she built and operated alongside her husband. Beyond her successful career in the beauty industry, she expressed her creativity in many ways. She wrote a book entitled “The Power of the Mind,” studied astrology, and prepared personalized astrology charts for her clients. Carole was also a gifted floral designer, and after her husband’s passing, she continued selling her custom floral creations in her salon and at local craft shows. She also shared her interests with the community through her newspaper column, “Carole’s Corner.” She enjoyed art, music, and dancing, and had a bright and curious mind.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward J. Affsa, and her granddaughter, Nicole Rocafort.
Carole is survived by her children, Dawn Kearns (Gerry Kearns), Kim Rocafort (Luis Rocafort), Mark Affsa (Jill Affsa), and Derek Affsa (Daianne Affsa); and her grandchildren, Samantha, Joshua, and Nathan. She also recently became a great-grandmother to her great-granddaughter, Peyton, through her grandson Nathan and his wife, Tori Affsa.
A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Curlew Hills Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Condolences over the loss of your mom. We were blessed to know Carole and have wonderful memories in Braintree, Cape Cod and Florida. She was such a pretty lady, very stylish and always put together. She had a great sense of humor. Her wisdom and opinions were welcomed and appreciated. She had some very funny stories and we loved listening to her reminisce. As hard as it is to lose your mom, take comfort knowing she lived life the best she could, loved all of you and is peacefully in Gods care. We will miss her and keep all of you in our prayers.
Don, Carol, Daniel and Colleen
Deepest sympathies for the loss of your mother. She was a delightful lady. I know you all have terrific memories to help you through your grief.
Love & Prayers,
Terry & Michelle