Carolyn M. Givens, age 73 of Grandville formerly of Newaygo, passed away Friday, September 14, 2012 at St. Mary's Mercy Hospital in Livonia. She was born November 5, 1938 in Detroit, the daughter of William and Hazel (Thomas) Ross. Carolyn married Robert on December 13, 1966 in Farmington. Together they raised their family in Newaygo. She enjoyed going to yard sales and resale shops. Carolyn is survived by three children, Gail Murdock of Livonia, Robert Givens of Grandville and Brenda (Marty) Meinzer of Dorr; six grandchildren, Brian, Kimberly, Kristy, Alicia, Myranda and Myrissa; two great-grandchildren; three siblings, Dolores, Shirley and Wayne; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Givens Sr. in 2006 and her parents. A graveside service took place Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at Aetna Township Cemetery in Morley.