Mitt Romney’s Sister-in-Law Carrie Elizabeth Romney Found Dead in L.A. Parking Garage at 64 — Senator’s Family “Heartbroken” After Sudden Loss
The Romney family is mourning the loss of Carrie Elizabeth Romney, sister-in-law of former U.S. senator and 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, who was found dead in a Los Angeles parking garage on Friday, October 10. She was 64 years old.
Authorities confirmed that Carrie’s body was discovered by bystanders in a downtown L.A. parking area, where emergency services were called shortly before noon. Paramedics arrived within minutes but were unable to revive her. While officials have yet to release an official cause of death, law enforcement sources have stated that there were no immediate signs of foul play, and an investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding her passing.
In a brief statement released to People, Mitt Romney and his family expressed their grief, describing the loss as both “sudden and deeply heartbreaking.” The senator said, “Carrie was a beloved member of our family, full of light, kindness, and compassion. We are heartbroken by her passing and ask for privacy as we remember her life and support one another during this painful time.”
Carrie Romney, who was married to Mitt’s brother, was known among family and friends for her quiet warmth, strong faith, and generosity. She had spent much of her life involved in community and charitable causes, often volunteering with organizations focused on education and family welfare. Those close to her describe her as someone who led with kindness, never seeking attention but always offering help where it was needed.
A family friend told reporters that Carrie “had a gentle soul and a giving heart,” adding that her presence was a comforting one for those who knew her. “She had a way of making you feel seen,” the friend shared. “Even in a busy room, she’d take time to listen. That’s what made her special.”
For Mitt Romney, 77, the loss is another reminder of the challenges and sorrows that exist beyond politics. Though he has largely stepped back from public life after announcing he would not seek reelection in 2025, the senator has continued to speak about the importance of family, faith, and integrity. In moments like this, those values are what he leans on most.
Romney’s wife, Ann, also shared a quiet reflection on social media, writing, “Carrie was a light in our family. We will forever miss her smile and her heart.” The post received hundreds of messages of support and condolences from across the political spectrum — a rare show of unity that speaks to the respect the Romney family has earned over decades of public service.
Local authorities say the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office will release more details once the autopsy is complete. Until then, friends, family, and supporters have gathered in private remembrance. A family service is expected to take place in Utah, where much of the extended Romney family resides, though no official date has been confirmed.
For now, the Romneys are remembering Carrie not for the circumstances of her passing, but for the life she led — a life marked by love, humility, and quiet devotion to others. “She never wanted recognition,” another friend said. “She just wanted to make people’s days a little brighter.”
Her passing has left a deep void in the family, but also a legacy of kindness that will continue to ripple through the lives she touched. “We loved her dearly,” Mitt Romney’s statement concluded. “And we always will.”
