Ziadie, Carol H. – Cochran Funeral

Carol H Ziadie, loving mother and wife, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in Hackettstown, NJ. She was 60 years old.

Carol was born on May 17, 1965, in Kingston, Jamaica and emigrated to the United States in 1978. She attended Irvington High School, and upon graduation, attended beauty school and became a licensed cosmetologist. She met her husband, Bill, in 1991, got married in 1992, and were blessed with 3 children: Kale, Aaren, and Saige.

An exceptional cook who started her culinary journey in Jamaica learning from her grandmother, Amy, and her mother, Esther. Carol enjoyed making traditional Jamaican dishes for friends, family, and acquaintances alike. Carol had an incredible sense of fashion, and a love for interior decorating, and enjoyed shopping at stores like HomeGoods, Marshalls, and TJ Maxx. Carol also loved music and would always play music loudly at home as she went about her day. But most of all, Carol loved being a mother, and took enormous pride in the education, and success, of her children.

Carol is survived by her husband of 33 years, Bill Ziadie, a son Kale, and two daughters Aaren and Saige, her mother Esther Taffe, two brothers Hugh Forbes and Neil Taffe, aunts Martha (Boogs) McFarlane, Mary (Girlie) McFarlane, Amy (Matt) Fraser, and Agnes (Tat) McFarlane in the US, with her aunt Rose and uncles Derrick and Noel McFarlane in Jamaica, along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews, whom she loved dearly.

Carol was predeceased by her grandparents Amy and Edward McFarlane, her youngest brother Sean Taffe, and Uncle Ewan (Mack) McFarlane.

A viewing will be held on Monday April 13, 2026 from 4:00pm – 8:00pm at Cochran Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday April 14, 2026 at 11:00am at Cochran Funeral Home with the burial taking place immediately after the service at Hackettstown Union Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/

9 Condolences for Ziadie, Carol H.

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Steve & Jeanne Fischer says

April 9, 2026 at 1:23 am

There are no words for such a heartbreaking loss.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. Rest peacefully Carol

Dawn Drescher says
April 10, 2026 at 10:48 pm

Kale, Aaren and Saige….
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I always liked her very much. It was nice to see her again when she worked at the Mansfield Elementary cafeteria after all of you left. You are all in my heart and prayers.

Len, Mary ,and the Zehnbauer Family says

April 9, 2026 at 1:46 pm

Prayers and thoughts are with you all. We will cherish the memories of Carol always. Fly high and Rest in Peace, Queen. You will surely be missed by all of us.

Cindy Reeves Tomeo says

April 9, 2026 at 1:51 pm

I’m so sad to hear of Carol’s passing. We loved having Carol, Bill and the kids as neighbors years ago. Carol was the type of person who just brightened up the room and even though we didn’t see eachother often after moving, I never forgot her. Steve, myself and our daughter Sara send our sincere condolences to Bill, their children and the entire family.

Donna O’Leary says

April 9, 2026 at 4:13 pm

Carol was such a bright light in this world. She was kind, caring, talked lovingly about her family, funny and just an overall joy to be around. She was fun to work with and will surely be missed. My condolences to her family and friends. RIP beautiful lady! ❤️

Dottie Kappers says

April 9, 2026 at 4:34 pm

Bill, I am so sorry to hear you lost you wife. My condolences to you and your children.

Donna Fassilis says

April 9, 2026 at 8:18 pm

I have no words to describe Carols passing just deep sadness she was a good friend and welcomed my family with open arms she was genuine and real that’s what I loved about her my heart goes out to Bill and their 3 wonderful kids what a loss I’m truly sorry

Fran Basile and Family says

April 12, 2026 at 5:08 pm

Dear Bill and Family,
I am so saddened to hear of Carol’s passing. While I only met her a few times, she made a wonderful impression. She was indeed a classy woman.
I also know she raised wonderful children as I worked with two of your children at ShopRite.
I also know you always spoke highly of her when we you and I catch up when you’re shopping. Sometimes life isnt fair.
Wishing you all peace from your faith, strength from friends and family, and comfort from wonderful memories to help carry you all in the difficult days ahead.
In deepest sympathy.

donna lee snyder says

April 13, 2026 at 9:48 pm

A heartbreaking loss. She was sunshine on a rainy day. Wishing you comfort and strength in the days ahead.

Wayne and Donna Snyder and family

Ziadie, Carol H. May 17, 1965 - April 7, 2026

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