Carolyn Jean Webb

January 22, 1924 - December 14, 2014

Carolyn Jean Webb Jan 22, 1924- Dec. 14, 2014 Carolyn Jean Webb of Corvallis passed away quietly on December 14, 2014. Jean was born in Corvallis on January 22, 1924 to Clarence and Vivian Rawlings. She graduated from Corvallis High School in 1942 and Oregon State College in 1946. In 1950, she married Alvin Webb, also of Corvallis. Jean is survived by her two sons, Gerald (Elaine) and Ronald; two grandchildren Emily (Kyle) and Jeffrey; and one great-grandchild, Audrey. Jean lived most of her life in Corvallis and enjoyed helping others. She taught English as a second language, allowing her to make friends with people from around the world. During WWII, she transcribed shortwave radio messages from allied prisoners of war held by the Japanese. She would forward the transcriptions to the prisoner’s loved ones. The messages were often the first indication that the prisoner had not been killed in action. Jean’s hobbies included reading, painting and writing poetry. No services will be held. Donations made be made in Jean’s name to the Oregon Talking Book and Braille Library. http://givetotbabs.org Please share your thoughts and memories for the family at www.demossdurdan.com