Carolyn Ann “Carol’ Rinks Fullerton, age 80, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025 in Crossville, TN. Born in Lawrence County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Freeman E. and Clevia Quilled Rinks. After graduating from Loretto High School in 1962, she moved to California where she spent the majority of her life with her husband, Lou Demongin. She is survived by her son, Scott, and his wife, Brenda, who reside in California. Carol is also survived by her three sisters: Mary Nix of Lawrenceburg, TN, Nell Belew of Lewisburg, TN, and Freda Dryden of Leoma, TN. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no service. The family suggests making donations in Carol’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association of America, Nashville Chapter.

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