Remembering Carole Machiz

December 31, 1990, was the day I started living again. That is the day Carole came into my life. I got to know her better, we started dating, I sensed she was a fun lady and I had to be a part of her life.

We were engaged in February and married in May. Carole was vital, vivacious, vibrant, assertive, charitable and benevolent. She connected with people with ease and cared deeply about her friends and family.

Carole loved helping people. She was moved by the theater, and loved the Phoenix Theatre and their cast. The love she received from the cast brought her so much joy; it was a miracle to see this in action.

Her tireless work and passion with charities included the American Heart Association, Childhelp, Suns Nite Hoops, Phoenix Suns Charities, Nancy Lieberman Foundation, Celebrity Fight Night, Best Buddies and too many other charities to name.

Carole's enormous contribution to the Valley was recently recognized when she was selected as one of 48 “Arizona's Most Intriguing Women." Carole was democratic: She would speak to janitors and CEOs with equal love and respect. On Feb. 26, 2013, she lost her valiant fight against ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), a disease where there is no hope.

Carole will be missed by me, her family including her nephews, fantastic grand nieces and nephews, many cousins, her friends and her wonderful cat named “Millie.” I lost, her family lost and our community has lost. Carole's unconditional devotion to me changed my life. Her spirit will forever be with me and in my heart.

I love you, Carole, Bob

Celebration of Life

Carole’s family invites you to share in the celebration of her life, which will be held at Phoenix Theatre, 11 a.m., Thurs., March 14, 2013. Phoenix Theatre is located at 100 E. McDowell Road in Phoenix. A reception will follow.

In lieu of flowers, Carole's family wishes memorials in her honor to be sent to Phoenix Theatre or Hospice of the Valley.