Carson

Catherine Denise (Giza) Carson, 63, of Renfrew, formerly of West Deer, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on July 15, 1962, in Memphis, Tenn., and was the daughter of the late Edward and Norma Jean (Price) Giza.

Cathy was a loving wife and devoted mother, known for her hardworking nature and positive, accepting attitude. Cathy was a 1980 graduate from Deer Lakes High School and had an associate degree in biology from Butler County Community College. She worked as the bookkeeper for over 25 years at Saw Sales and Machinery, Hampton. She also worked for over 17 years for Applebee’s, Richland. She was adored by everyone that came into contact with her and will be greatly missed by friends and family alike. She loved to travel, cook and spend time with family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Scott A. Carson; her sons, Joshua (Melinda Smeltzer) Carson, of Butler, Stephen (Sydney Rausch) Carson, of Renfrew, and Lucas (Jenn Weaver) Carson, of Banner Elk, N.C. Cathy was an extremely loving grandmother to three adoring grandchildren, Gentry (Lucas and Jenn) and Eli and Chance (Stephen and Sydney). She also leaves behind two older siblings and their spouses, Karen (Ron) Plesh, of Russellton, and Michael (Jennifer) Giza, of Richland; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

CARSON — At her request, all viewing, services and burial were private for Catherine Denise (Giza) Carson, who died Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Arrangements were entrusted to SIWICKI-YANICKO FUNERAL HOME, 23 McKrell Road, Russellton, West Deer.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent in her name to help support children with autism to Austin’s Place (Corporate Office), 276 Kaufman Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044 or online at https://austinsplace.org/support/.

View her obituary online and leave condolences at www.siwicki-yanickofh.com/obituary/Catherine-Carson.

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