Yvonne Ann Carey was born on March 1, 1938, in Newnan, Georgia. She was raised by
her mother Lucy Neely and grandmother Rachel Neely. She attended Central High School in Newnan and then matriculated to Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry. While at Spelman,
Yvonne met the love of her life, Howard Carey. They married in 1960 and had two
children, Melba Yolanda and Rodney Keith.
Yvonne and Howard relocated to San Diego in 1963. Yvonne worked for the County of
San Diego as a caseworker for the Department of Social Services. Soon after relocating to San Diego, they joined Bethel Baptist Church in where she was a devoted
member for over 60 years. Yvonne was a Deaconess and was also involved with both
Pearl Frye Circle and the Solace Ministry.
Anyone who knew Yvonne experienced her creative genius through the loving gifts she
gave which included handmade dolls and hair accessories, baking cakes, and elaborate
scrap books. Her extreme thoughtfulness was demonstrated by her support of college
students, various charities, and her family. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, walking, shopping, working on puzzles and spending time with her grandchildren. The thing that brought her the most joy was spending time with family and close friends through birthday celebrations, holiday gatherings and her grandchildren’s sporting events.
Yvonne passed away on August 7, 2025. She will be greatly missed by those who loved her dearly. She will be remembered for her devotion to God and her gentle spirit.
Viewing
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
5PM -7PM
Anderson~Ragsdale Chapel (FD-1329)
5050 Federal Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92102
Pre~Service viewing only
Thursday, August 28, 2025
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Homegoing Celebration
12:00 PM
Bethel Baptist Church
1962 North Euclid Avenue
San Diego, CA 92102
Committal Service
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Mount Hope Cemetery
3751 Market Street
San Diego, CA 92102
