Carolyn Cage

Carolyn Slack Cage, age 84, of 211 Howard Dr Edwards Colorado passed
peacefully on June 19, 2017. A long standing member of the Beaver Creek &
Vail community, she is survived by her husband Dr Gary Walker Cage and
her two sons & their spouses; Andrew & Maria Cage, Theodore Cage &
Lucy Fraser.She is also survived by her sister & brother in law, Jane and
Denny Sigloh as well as her nephew Matthew Slack Engelby, and her neices
Sally Engelby Farrell and Kate Engelby Kelderman. Born in Houston, Texas
to Thomas A Slack & Kate Keene Johnson. A Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum
laude graduate of Stanford & owner of Benchmark Assets investment firm in
Avon. Carolyn was altruistic and philanthropic throughout her life. A
prominent member of the Episcopal Church, she was instrumental in the
acquisition of the land and the creation of the Edwards Interfaith Chapel. Her
life long benevolent work with the Rotary Club led to her charitable work
with many other local organizations such as the Literacy Project, The Vilar
Center & Bravo. Carolyn was an avid golfer, world traveler & outdoor
enthusiast. Prior to their move to Beaver Creek the family were long time
residents of Bethesda, Maryland. Her passion for music, family and art led to
her years as a docent for the Smithsonian. Carolyn was on the board of
directors for both the Potomac School & St Andrews School and was highly
influential in the transition and growth to the scholastic institutions that they
are today. St John’s Episcopal Church credits her for the expansion of their
parish as well as the gain of their current location and prosperity.
Carolyn was a life long intellectual, always social and elegant, she will be
missed by many family and friends. Her independent spirit and commitment
to her community cultivated a beautiful & successful life.
Services will take place at the Edwards Interfaith Chapel and will be
announced later this month. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that
donations be made to the Literacy Project.