Carol Crain Pendleton peacefully passed away on January 3, 2026. Carol was born on November 8, 1942 in Altus, OK. Carol resided most of her life in Arkansas, living in Silom Springs, Little Rock and Hot Springs Village.

Carol graduated from Stephens College in Columbia, MO, and began a long career in marketing research and advertising in Little Rock. She was a long-standing member of the Downtown Little Rock Civitan Club, having served in many capacities, including President. She was a member of Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church in Little Rock.

Carol had many interests and hobbies – gardening, reading mysteries, attending horse racing at Oaklawn and all sports at The University of Arkansas.

Carol is predeceased by her husband, Larry Pendleton; her parents, George and Jewell Crain; and her brother, Dusty Crain. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Therese Pendleton, her cousins, Sallie Hill, Chris Lincecum, Steve Lincecum, Meridith Irwin and a host of nieces and nephews.

Carol will be buried with her husband and parents at a later date.