Carol Ann Tallant
April 7, 1961 ~ January 29, 2011
Carol Ann Tallant
Carol Ann Tallant a devoted, loving wife and mother died of a vascular aneurysm at her home in McLean, Virginia on January 29th, at the age of 49.
Carol was the only child of the late Robert M. and Shirley A. Ross, born in Washington, DC on April 7, 1961.
She is survived by her husband of thirty years, Tony Tallant, as well as daughters Jessica, Rebecca, Alyson, Kimberly, and sons David and Robert.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Carol Ann Tallant a devoted, loving wife and mother died of a vascular aneurysm at her home in McLean, Virginia on January 29th, at the age of 49.
Carol was the only child of the late Robert M. and Shirley A. Ross, born in Washington, DC on April 7, 1961.
She is survived by her husband of thirty years, Tony Tallant, as well as daughters Jessica, Rebecca, Alyson, Kimberly, and sons David and Robert.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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We will miss you Carol.
You’ll always be that tall, long legged, beautiful blond 16 year old at 1142 Marion Ave. Bye-bye Carol, I’ll miss you dearly, Claudia
Tony, There are no words to express our sympathy for this great loss. We know how much you love Carol . We know you are hurting. Please know more than anything that your friends and those who care are myriad. We are here for you to listen, and be there for you now, and down the road of time to never forget her life and love for each of you. Please call if you need anything.
Carol, I will miss you. You’re one of the most down to earth and nicest people I have ever met. Your smile and good humor blessed my day when you came into my store. My prayers are with your lovely family.
Tony, my sympathies go out to you and the ‘kids’ (relative term considering Dave and Jessie are both adults now). I’ll see you all on Monday and if there is anything that I can do, please let me know, sincerely.
Dear Tony, Allison, Kimmy, Robert, Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this time of such loss. I admired Carol so much and appreciated her point-of-view whenever we spoke. She was a devoted mother and friend. Her wisdom and experience was always a comfort to me and I am sure to others around her. She was a very involved and contributing member of our little school community. We will miss her so and hope to support your family in the days ahead. Sincerely, Cindy & Pete Wehner, Christine, JP and David
Carol will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much love, always.
Tony, and family- I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We lived in VA for 2 years and I knew Carol from FS Elem, Allison and Michael were in 1st grade together. I also knew her from Pre-school. I remember you taking our swing set when we moved for your family. I have very fond memories of you all. We wish you our heartfelt sympathy and keep you in our prayers. The Gonyo Family ( Vira, Jeff and boys)
My family and I feel blessed that we got to know Carol over the past two years. She was one of the most real people I have ever known. I valued her thoughts and feedback about all the myriad of topics we talked about for hours (often to the chagrin of our kids). I loved sharing our memories about growing up in Northern Virginia and being Franklin Sherman Moms. Carol was kind and loving towards my children who grew fond of her and smiled every time they got a chance to go visit and see Ms. Tallant. She was a calm in the storm for me and helped me out in more ways than she will ever know. We will all miss her, but keep her in our hearts and mind forever.
I greatly admired your mother as I worked at Franklin Sherman on the teaching staff. My encounters with her left me feeling grounded, somehow. I loved how she seemed to understand each of you and how she allowed each of you to be who you are, seemingly without judgement. She truly loved and cared for all of you children. You were blessed to have her. She will always be with you as each of you lives your lives. You will find yourself quoting her often. Blessings on you all. Mrs. Judy Gilchrist
Tony and famiy, My heart aches for you. You have my deepest condulences and heart felt sympathy. Much love.
Dear Tallant Family: I had the priviledge of teaching three Tallant children at Frankin Sherman: Robert, Alison and Kim. I always looked forward to speaking to Carol. Her down to earth parenting was always based on her love for each of you. She saw you as individuals and loved each of you for who you were. While I never met the older children, her pride in all of you was apparent as she warmly shared your successes with me. Even though I left Frankin Sherman this year, I spoke to your mom several times this Fall and I will miss her. I hope it eases your pain and sense of loss to know how proud she was of her family and how much she loved each of you.
We know Carol for the last few years since we moved to McLean seven years ago. We are specially fond of Carol because of her vibrant personality, always have a big smile on her face, always ready to give a helping hand. We live two doors down from them and wait for the school bus in front of their house with our seven year old who plays with her youngest, Kimmy, all the time. We already missed you Carol, our neighborhood will never be the same without you! With deepest sympathy, Francis, Rowena and Gloria (Aisa)
TONY AND FAMILY I WILL MISS CAROL EVERY DAY FROM COMING INTO SAFEWAY. SHE ALWAYS HAS THE SMILE ON HER FACE ,SHE ALWAYS TALKED TO THE CREW NEVER A UNPLEASANT MOMENT. SHE WILL REALLY BE MISS BY ALL OF US LOVE NORMA 1300..
Tony and Family Carol was so much fun to talk with. She had a tremendous amount of exuberance, primarily about her entire family and was completely devoted to every one of you. Mike Joy
Dear Tallant Family, It’s been my pleasure to watch each and every Tallant child pass through Franklin Sherman during my 21 years there. Mrs. Tallant showed the same enthusiasm and joy in participating in her last child’s school life as she did in her first. I will miss her positive, uplifting presence coming through our office.
Carol, You were such a ray of sunshine in my day when you came into the store. You will be greatly missed. Anita VanRoekel
Dear Robert and Alison: Losing someone close is never easy…It is beyond my imagination what you have to go through losing your Mom…Hopefully happy memories can fill the empty space and if need a friend, I am just around the corner.
Hi Tony and Family. Thinking of you all and hoping everyone is doing ok. May The Lord be with you all at this time of need. God Bless you all. Aunt Bernice.
We are all so sorry for the loss of Carol. She had such a good soul. Our family remembers with fond thoughts, of our times together with her and the family. Our thoughts are with you. Much love to all, The DeMarea’s
Tony and Family I wish there was something that we could all say to make everything better, but there isn’t, other than you are all loved. Carol will always be with you and all of us. I’m so glad we were all together this summer. She was a real hoot, and will be missed. Love you all. Hello up there Carol…
To all of the Tallants especially dear Kimmie and Alliecat (as I always call ya!) whom I know through preschool and MLL softball – you are in my prayers as I cannot imagine your loss. Your mom was always a ray of sunshine every time we crossed paths. I will keep your entire family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Andrea Dietrich
Dear Tony and the children, I had the privilege of getting to know Carol during Alyson and Kimmie’s preschool years. She went out of her way for my family then, and we will never forget her help. Then I always had so much fun chatting with her when I’d see her around town, at the grocery, McLean Little League, the dentist’s, etc. My kids loved the way she’d greet them, asking how they are and taking an interest in them. As so many have commented, she was so real and family-centered. I will treasure my fond memories of her and will miss her SO. Warm regards, Patty Keffer and family
We have no words guys. Wish we could be there with you during this time but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love you all. Micah, Theresa, Landon, Lauren
Tony and Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Carol was a great woman who I was lucky enough to know. She will be greatly missed!
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Take good care. Love Tammy, Bill, Megan and John
Dear Tony, Jessica, David, Rebecca, Alyson, Robert and Kimberly, Carol was a pure soul; a bright light, a positive, up-beat person. She had such enthusiastic, generosity of spirit and caring. Each of you were special and beloved and will continue to be special and beloved. We all wish her life on this Earth would have been much longer; there is much beyond our control. However, there is much we can control in the decisions we make. Now Carol lives on in each of you; you know how much she loved each of you. You can hear your Mom in your mind, and know in your heart what she would be saying and how she would be guiding you. Treasure that and your Mom will always be with you. Listen to your Mom, and your Dad; consider what others say who sincerely care about you. Continue to make your Mom and yourselves proud to be her children. Claudia, Appu, Maya & Roger Kuttan formerly from Marion Ave., McLean, VA
Dear Tallant Family, I have just heard of your loss! We were your neighbors for just a short time on Buchanan Street (July 2006 to Jan 2008) Your son Robert and my daughter Emily attended K, 1st and 2nd together at Franklin Sherman and Jessica babysat for me! I will miss your wife and mother so much! I loved her big smile, contagious laugh and friendly disposition.. but most of all the love for her family. I will treasure all the memories I have of our time together. Carol was the best Mom and wife anyone could ask for! She loved you all so very much! Praying for peace in your mind and hearts during this extremely difficult time! The Herbert Family
We were so sad to hear about Carol. She was a special person who would always share a smile and an encouraging word. Her presence will be missed in our community. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love, the Mahoney family(Robbie & Alison went to Redeemer Pre-school with Eilise & Mary-Kate)
Tony and Kids, We were so shocked and saddened to hear about Carol’s passing. She was always such a sweet and caring neighbor, and we will miss her. We know how much she loved all of you. Please let us know what we can do to help. Much Love, Mark and Sherry
We want you all to know that we are thinking about you and that we Love you all very much. There is nothing that we could say that would take the hurt away except maybe that we are thinking of you. We all need to slow down for alot more time together, more hugs and more I LOVE YOU’s in our lives. Let us know if there is anything we can do. We Love you and miss you all very much. Jeff and Dawn
I still can’t quite believe that such a warm spirit won’t be around any longer. I have fond memories chatting and (of course) laughing with Carol at Franklin Sherman events. Our community will deeply feel her loss for many many years to come.
Dear Tallant Family, I met Carol 9 years ago at Franklin Sherman and would run into her often in the halls, at Redeemer, the grocery store. Her easy manner and sheer joy in being a mother inspired me, especially during the tough parenting moments. I always marveled at her calmness and wished I could be like her. As I watched the last 4 of you go through school, I’ve been able to see your mother in each of you. Let that be what carries you through this painful time and throughout your lives. Who you are today and who you will be tomorrow is because of her love and devotion. The woman she was will live on in each of you for the rest of your lives…she will never be too far from your heart.
Tony: we are sorry to hear about your loss, my heart goes out to you and your family. In times like this I feel horrible as I know I need to make a more assertive effort in reaching out to family and friends like you and not wait like I do. You and your family have always been extremely special and close to my family and I just want to say how much we all love and care for you. I am here for you if you need me. I hope to see and talk to you soon. Mike
Tony and family, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing Carol very well but what I did know of her, I knew she had tremendous love for her family. My continual prayer for all of you is that God will give you comfort and strength in the days ahead. Tony, I am always here for you, in whatever you need. I love you all and we send our sincerest, deepest sympathy. Love, Kathie, Jim, Geoff, Brett and Tyler
As Owen Ricketts’ grandmother and grandfather, we have had the good fortune to share many an hour at the Little League fields with the Tallant family and in the stands with Carol. She will be missed by us all.
Dear Tony, David, Jessica, Becca, Robbie, Alyson and Kim. The news of Carol’s sudden passing broke our hearts. It just doesn’t seem possible that we won’t run into each other at Safeway and spend way too long catching up. We first met in the playground at Redeemer when Robbie and Maggie started pre-school. Our friendship grew when Alyson and Will attended school there next. Because she had older children, Carol knew how quickly the playground years go by and she showed the newer moms how to relish those days. In Carol’s happy, calm world, there was always time for one more climb up the slide. We were so happy to reunite when Robbie and Maggie started at Cooper and looked forward to more years of school events together. I will miss the wisdom and joy that was Carol and can only imagine how deeply you will miss her. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. ~Keith, Ellen, Maggie and Will Fischler
Tallant Family, Our son Dwight and Jessica have been friends for years but the rest of us never had the pleasure of knowing the rest of your family. I think it was about three weeks ago I had the pleasure of meeting and talking to your Mom over the phone and every note I have read in this guest book ensures how I felt when we hung up. Dwight cared very much for your Mom and enjoyed all of her warm attributes that everyone else has mentioned in their condolences. Please know that we are all very sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts. The Staebler Family, (Kim, Greg, Tara, and Dwight)
My prayers are with your family. May God be with you and bless you all.
There are some things in life one will never forget and with Carol it was her laughter and her kind ear to here you out.Knowing Carol and her family for over 30 years iam happy to say that i was blessed to know her.My love and support will always be with them.Love ,Brian and family
Tony,Jessica,Rebecca, Alyson,Kimberly, David and Robert: Your Wife Tony and your Mother children was a one of a kind human being. We have never seen such dedication and committment to her family and friends. She and all of you will be in our thoughts and we are available anytime to lend a helping hand or listen to a problem. Pamela and I will stay in touch. Carl and Pamela Bernstein
Tony and family, I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Carol,s death. My thoughts and prayers are and have been with all of you. Sincerely, Bert
To our son, Tony and grandkids. Each time I write this the words seem so little, in what I can say.Dad and I loved Carol very much. Now that she is gone our family is no longer complete. When I feel sad I just ask her to give me strenght and , she does. Carol would be the first to say OHooo, don’t be sad. I am so happy Dad and I were able to be with all of you for Christmas. When she came for us at the airport we saw her with a big smaile on her face and arms out for hugs. What a day to remember. We had a great time . And all of us at the lake last summer.Carol and I had some great quite times together, some I will never forget. Kids, your mom will give you guidance, she will always be by your side,guide you when you need it. Tony, she loved you so very much. So when you think there is nothing more,reach and she will help you. This is not good bye to Carol only so long until next time. Our love to all Dad and Mom