Carolyn J. O'Rourke
Died: Sep 4, 2013
Carolyn J. O'Rourke, 63 of Hackettstown, NJ died on September 4, 2013 at her residence in Hackettstown, NJ.  Born on January 30, 1950 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Clifford and Vera (Beck) Bryn. 

Carolyn received her B. A. Degree from Centenary College, where she was top of her class and graduated as the Valedictorian.  She was the owner/operator of the Distinguished Dog's  Pet Gallery in Hackettstown, NJ for over 35 years. Her favorite saying was "After being owned by a poodle - - everything else is just a Dog!" Carolyn J. O'Rourke, Cabryn Poodles.   Carolyn lived in Hackettstown, NJ since the late 1970's coming from Budd Lake, NJ. She was President for 14 years of the Watchung Mountain Poodle Club; she was a 3x named AKC Top Miniature Poodle Breeder of the years, 2004, 2009 and 2012; she bred poodles under the kennel prefix name Cabryn and finished  over 118 champions to her name.

She is survived by a son William "Scott" O'Rourke, Hackettstown, NJ and his companion Terri Quinn; daughter Wendy and husband Patrick Grogan of Hackettstown, NJ; brothers Peter Bryn, Budd Lake, NJ, Eric Bryn, Hellertown, PA and Douglas Bryn, Windsor, NY; a sister Ingrid Deskovick, Ramona, CA and 3 grandchildren.  Carolyn was predeceased by 2 brothers, Clifford and Kenneth Bryn. Throughout her life Carolyn also fostered many children. 

Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 7:00 - 9:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840. The funeral service will be held at 8:00 PM during the evening visitation.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers,  donations to the NORWESCAP, 350 Marshall St., Phillipsburg, NJ 08860 or Common Sense For Animals, PO Box 589, Broadway, NJ 08808.

Condolences:

andy nemeroff and family
#26
March 25th, 2014 11:45 am
carolyn-i will miss you and we will always love you. you gave us indescribable joy with the four perfect girls-my four standards-jolie-rest in peace and coco, maxie and woolie who are all thriving. i will never forget you and we have all just been devastated at you leaving us. rest in peace my wonderful friend. we love you. the nemeroffs
Georgana, Gianna, John Porcek and our Beautiful poodle Charlotte
#25
December 21st, 2013 2:41 pm
Carolyn, We will miss the best Poodle breeder on the earth! Our poodle Charlotte is the best! The temperament of these dogs and the quickness of the way they trained is incredible! We were shocked to find this out today and are very sad. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. You will always be in our hearts and will miss you very much!
Greg De Lillo
#24
December 21st, 2013 2:10 pm
I am deeply sadden to her of Carolyn's death. I had just herd. I have known Carolyn for about 11 years when I purchased Dakota, a male apricot poodle, Melba's pup. We had stayed in touch via e-mail, then about 3 years ago my sister purchased a brown female from her. Then August 1 of this year I purchased a red toy female from her, Roxie. I was just about to email pictures of her to Carolyn because she is 6 months old, when I found out that she passed. I am heart broken. My condolences to her family. There will never be another Poodle breeder with her dedication and love. I will miss her deeply.
joanne liegner md
#23
September 10th, 2013 5:48 pm
for the family of carolyn o'rourke, i'm so sorry about carolyn's premature death. she was a lovely woman and a wonderful poodle breeder. we have luna's daughter and grand-daughter! they are both fabulous poodles. i will miss carolyn!
Colleen
#22
September 10th, 2013 5:24 pm
Our deepest condolence to the entire family. Aunt Carolyn was one of the kindest generous people you could know. I would always know we would see Carolyn and her Poodle all dressed up at any gathering. Rest in peace kind one.
Charlie and Faith Meyer
#21
September 10th, 2013 5:09 pm
We are deeply very sorry to hear of the sad news of your mothers passing. there are no words to take away the pain.. but please know that our hearts go out to you, with much love. Our thoughts and prayers are w/you and your family.
Nancy and Dave Noren (Nancy Bertels)
#20
September 10th, 2013 4:08 pm
Carolyn you were my good friend for many years, I am so happy we were able to have that time. Your kindness and humor will be missed. You will be in our prayers.
Arlene & Alex Karmondi
#19
September 10th, 2013 3:49 pm
An immeasurable void has occurred with the passing of Carolyn. She was a remarkable warm, caring and giving person. We are so fortunate to have met Carolyn when we adopted Caviar, the sweetest baby we have ever known. She welcomed us with open arms and spent time talking, laughing and filling us in on Caviar's history. We will always remember her and her kindness. Thoughts and prayers to Carolyn's family.
Beth Neuman
#18
September 10th, 2013 12:25 pm
My deepest condolences - Carolyn was a special person. I own one of her apricol toy poodles - I picked up "April" on April 11 and she is so precious and on her way to becoming a Pet Therapy dog. Carolyn picked her out and agreed she was special. What a great loss to the poodle community.
Rita & Bill Moraski
#17
September 10th, 2013 11:12 am
We have been friends for over 15 years. I will miss our joking talks and visits tremendously!! She was a true friend and we are so sad and shocked. I cannot remember a holiday where she was not donating or giving to others. Our heart goes out to the family. She will be missed by so many that she touched!! Hackettstown will be lost without her. I love & miss you my friend!!
Ellen Baker (fellow poodle lover)
#16
September 10th, 2013 7:54 am
I was so looking forward to meeting Carolyn and her amazing poodles. Wishing friends and family all the love and comfort as you grieve such a terrific loss. Ellen Baker & Mia
Eve;yn and Bernie Lambearg
#15
September 9th, 2013 9:53 pm
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Carolyn's death. We didn't know her well, but had bought two retired breeders from her. The first one, Silver Angie, had lived her entire life in Carolyn's kennel. She had a sweet, playful disposition, was sociable and happy, an indication of the life she had led with Carolyn. The second was a breeder she had sold as a puppy, to another breeder. The second breeder had sent her back to Caroline a few months before we got her. It took a couple of years of kindness and affection to bring out the essential inner Cabryn poodle, sweet and lovable. The first poodle told a lot about Carolyn.
Mildred M Acevedo New Port Richey, Fl.
#14
September 9th, 2013 8:56 pm
Carolyn you will be missed my dear friend of 30+ years. I'll miss our once in awhile talks and my visit with you when in NJ. I send love and condolences to your family and friends. Rest in Peace Dear One!
Pat and Jim Truitt
#13
September 9th, 2013 5:42 pm
We extend our deepest sympathies to all the Bryn family as well as extended family. Carolyn will be missed by many people. Rest in peace Carolyn.
Andrea Grogan
#12
September 9th, 2013 11:15 am
So sorry for your loss.
Ingrid
#11
September 8th, 2013 3:37 pm
May you Rest in Peace.....You will be greatly missed. Love Always.
Leon and Ellen Lederman
#10
September 8th, 2013 3:34 pm
All of us who knew Carolyn were blessed. She was a fighter and rebounded so many times, it's hard to imagine not talking a laughing with her. Our Standard Poodles will always remind us of her care and loving stewardship of the Poodle breed. Will will miss you dear girl.
manuela quick
#9
September 8th, 2013 9:59 am
My deepest Condolence to the Bryn family. Carolyn was the kindest generous caring woman. I will never forget her, being owned by one of her special miniature Poodles Roxanne. Roxanne rescued me after I lost my best friend Hamlet to cancer.We will miss her
Poodle Obedience Training Club of Greater New York
#8
September 8th, 2013 7:29 am
Our deepest sympathy from P.O.T.C. Her life will live on through her wonderful poodles.
L. Howard
#7
September 7th, 2013 5:14 pm
My deepest condolences to the family. Carolyn was a warm and caring lady. She will be missed.
Cindy Luteran
#6
September 7th, 2013 9:51 am
Dear Wendy & Pat, Scott & Terri and family - My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. She was a very wonderful woman and there will be a special place in Heaven for her. May the comfort of family and friends give you strength for today and all the days to come.
Cathy (Bryn) Lorrah
#5
September 7th, 2013 7:57 am
I send my deepest condolences to the Bryn family on your loss. Carolyn was always such a character and will be sorely missed by many. Godspeed, Carolyn.
Chris Black
#4
September 7th, 2013 7:49 am
My deepest condolences to the family! Through her work, she has brought such joy to our family through our two mini's, Blackie and Jack! I loved going to her shop when I had them groomed so I could play with the puppies! I am so going to miss that and the chats I had with Carolyn about her latest Tricky Tray wins. Such a loss to the community!
Dolores
#3
September 7th, 2013 6:28 am
I would like to extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Carolyn's family- she was a lovely lady and I forevermore will be thankful to her for opening the world of standard poodles to us. May she rest in peace- she will never be forgotten because she brought so much joy to the world.
Cheryl Donaldson
#2
September 6th, 2013 11:55 pm
We lost a great, caring and funny woman. She will be missed by many and her children and Grandchildren have lost so much. So many people will miss her kindness and humor. My thoughts and prayers to all who who's lives she touched.
Carolyn and Rob Hagman
#1
September 6th, 2013 4:07 pm
Carolyn O I love you for your kindness, Admired you for being so dedicated to your life's joy of ? what else ? Poodle canines. we are owned by "one heck of a mini poodle" "Jimmy" who is from your line of mini's. Thank you Carolyn O We miss you
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