Carol Disney Hulsey

Carol Disney Hulsey passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, at the age of 90. Born August 16, 1935, in Borger, Texas, Carol was the daughter of Carl and Ione Disney. She grew up on the renowned Four Sixes Ranch and graduated from Borger High School as a proud Borger Bulldog and Borgerette. Carol later made her home in Amarillo with Dale “Shrimp” Hulsey. Their marriage was rooted in family, shared laughter, and a steady exchange of witty remarks. They traveled together to bluegrass festivals and worked crossword puzzles side by side. Dale preceded Carol in death in 2018. A gifted soprano, Carol believed her voice was a blessing from God meant to be shared. Fitting to her name, Carol had a song for nearly every word, and she made sure you knew it, too. She sang in the choir at every church she attended and was a member of the Amarillo Civic Choir. She also served as secretary and organist at North Amarillo Christian Church. She later attended Wesley United Methodist Church and Covenant of Joy Church, and at Temple Baptist Church she taught Sunday School. Carol was also a longtime member of Church Women United, serving as President. Carol was incredibly proud of her family and rarely missed her children’s and grandchildren’s milestones. She wanted her family to experience the world, and she often made that happen by inviting them to plays, operas, and the symphony. She had a personality that filled every room she entered. Her laughter was unmistakable and contagious. And though her home was modest, it was often full of children, grandchildren, and lively conversation. She loved telling stories about her life and historical events, and if she didn’t know the real story, she wasn’t afraid to make one up. She also loved watching football no matter who was playing and was once an avid follower of professional basketball. Carol was also an incredible friend who truly didn’t know a stranger. She formed deep connections wherever she went, and her friendship with Carol Biddy was especially meaningful to her. Most importantly, her faith was the foundation of her life. She trusted the Lord, walked humbly with Him, and lived out her beliefs through love. She was a light to those around her — steadfast and compassionate. Her life reflected the message of 1 Corinthians 13 (her favorite verse), not love in word alone, but love in action. The legacy she leaves behind is a living inheritance of faith and love. She believed her greatest treasures were her children and grandchildren, because they were hers to love, and that love continues to shape our family today. She is survived by her daughter, Von Dell Knorpp of Grand Junction, Colorado; her sons, Bryan Hulsey and Carl Hulsey and wife Lisa, all of Amarillo; grandchildren Valerie Simonoff and husband Michael, and their children Michael III and Keisha; Clinton Knorpp and wife Ruth Swift; Katie Barnes and husband Steven; Hilary Hulsey and wife Shawna Koots; and her great-grandson, Silas Knorpp. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dale Hulsey; her siblings Gilbert Hays, Bobby Disney, Jay Disney, Bonnie Runyon, and Sammy Disney; and her granddaughter, Kara Knorpp.

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Carol Disney Hulsey

August 16, 1935 - January 28, 2026