Carolyn Faye Bishop Byrum Staples, 79, passed away on Saturday, Nov, 7, 2020, at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on July 12, 1941, in Dawson Springs, KY, to the late Juanita Craig Bishop and Robert Bishop. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Byrum, Sr.; and her second husband, Elvis Staples. 

She is survived by her son, Bob (Roslyn) Byrum of Madisonville; granddaughter, Nikki (Todd) Manley of Owensboro, KY; and her great-grandson, Colton Clark of Owensboro. Carolyn retired after twenty-five years with Kentucky Bank and Trust and was owner of Main Street Carpet in Madisonville. 
Carolyn enjoyed gardening and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of Second Baptist Church. 

A private family funeral was held in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville with family giving her eulogy. Burial was at forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Madisonville.