Camille Etta (Memaw) Carney (nee Callahan) passed away peacefully at her home with family at her side on July 24th, 2024 at the age of 83. She was born in St. Louis, MO on August 19th, 1940.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Melville J. Callahan and Loretta F. Callahan (nee Buffington), a stillborn son, James Paul Carney, a newborn daughter, Mary Rose Carney, a stillborn grandson, Greyson Stuart Carney, a brother, Gary D. Callahan of Nashville TN, and brothers in law, John P. Carney of Homosassa, FL and Thomas M. Carney of Bella Vista, AR.

She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, James P. Carney. Her children, Deborah C. (Wayne) Holborow and Sean P. (Stacey) Carney. Memaw to six grandchildren, Matthew (Wendy Bussen) Holborow, Lauren (Stephen) Smith, Michael (Haley) Holborow, Ryan (Juli Sanning) Holborow, Logan (Bailey) Carney and Ana (Joe Butcher) Carney. Lovingly remembered by her 7 great grandchildren, Cash Holborow, Evan Holborow, Brennan Smith, Tristan Smith, Cora Holborow, Camille Holborow, and Ivy Sanning. She will be deeply missed by her brother James P. (Martha) Callahan, of Nashville TN, and sister in law, Rita A. Carney, of St. Louis.

She was an inspirational and loving aunt, cousin and friend to many.

Camille was known for her many talents, and her willingness to help anyone in need. In the 1960’s she donated her blood and time and was instrumental in the development of the Rho(D) Immune Globulin, allowing women with the Rh-negative blood factor, to carry their babies to full term, healthy deliveries.

She was a gifted artist and shared her talent with many aspiring artists and friends with her home based ceramic classes.

She was a shop owner in Kimmswick, MO from 1991-2007. Her shop “Camilles” was well known for her hand painted ceramics, Beanie Babies, as well and a variety of other hand-crafted items and gifts. She was also influential and helped create the Kimmswick Visitor Center.

She was President of The St. Louis Track Club from 1990-1993, receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001 for her service and dedication to the St. Louis Track Club.

She also served her community as an Election Judge for many years.

Camille loved to travel, experience new things and see new places. She loved traveling with her husband, and support his love of running marathons, half marathons and 10k races. She especially loved visiting Hawaii, and Washington DC with her husband and track club friends.

She visited The Holy Land with a group from her church, reinforcing her faith and commitment to her Christian beliefs.

She took a cruise through the Panama Canal and another cruise to The British Isles with her dear brother and sister-in-law.

Her absolute favorite place on earth was her Cabin along the Black River, that her Grandfather (Jacob H. Buffington) built, and where she met her husband. She loved sitting on the porch, reading or sharing stories of her ancestry, love of nature and all the peace that surrounded her there. Not only did she share this special place with family and friends, but also her dogs and grand dogs that held a special place in her heart.

Her legacy will live on in all the lives she touched with her inspiration, kindness and unconditional unwavering love.

A Celebration of Life will be held for her family and friends at a later date.