October 16, 1944 ~ January 2, 2016
Carol Elaine Barcia, 71, of Rhodes, our devoted, loving, brave, and selfless wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at McLaren Bay Region with her family by her side. Carol was born in Rose City on October 16, 1944, the daughter of the late Dennis and Ethel (Nelson) Cooley. When her mother broke her ankle, she met an ambulance driver by the name of Gerald Allen Barcia. They dated, fell in love, and were eventually united in marriage on September 25, 1962. Jerry and Carol owned and operated the Rainbow Resort for many years. Known for her wonderful cooking and baking skills, Carol also worked for Judy's Pies and Daily Special (where she won the best cook award by the Midland Chamber of Commerce). She was a member of Garfield United Methodist Church in Linwood and loved time spent by the pool, crocheting, but most of all, time spent with her family (especially her grandkids). She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of fifty-three years, Jerry and her children, Karen and husband, Philip Zywicki, Michelle and husband, Brian Campbell, Kim and husband, Joe Krzyminski, Jerry Jr. "Buck" and wife, Paula Barcia, along with her two step-daughters, Susan Musinski and Jerrilynn Schindler and her companion, Jim Killian. Carol was the caring and loving grandma of Brad, Heather, Thomas, Nicole, Jenna, Kayla, Britnie, Josh, Erica, Chad, Chelsea and the great-grandma of Gibsonn. Also surviving are her siblings, Norman and wife, Emma Barber, Jay Barber, Rick and wife, Cathy Cooley, Oliver and wife, Bonnie Barber, Shirley Miller; her sister-in-law, Carol and husband, Robert Cuthbert, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends. In addition to her parents, Carol was welcomed home to heaven by her siblings, Leona Campbell, Ron and Bill Cooley, and her in-laws, Jenny Barber and Clarence Miller. Carol's family will be present to receive visitors on Thursday, January 7, 2016 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp. On Friday, January 8, 2016, Carol will be taken to Garfield United Methodist Church, 1701 N. Garfield Rd., Linwood, where visiting will continue from 10:00 AM until the time of her 11:00 AM Memorial Ceremony. Pastor John Tousciuk will officiate. Memorial contributions may be directed to the wishes of the family. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
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Carol Elaine Barcia, 71, of Rhodes, our devoted, loving, brave, and selfless wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at McLaren Bay Region with her family by her side. Carol was born in Rose City on October 16, 1944, the daughter of the late Dennis and Ethel (Nelson) Cooley. When her mother broke her ankle, she met an ambulance driver by the name of Gerald Allen Barcia. They dated, fell in love, and were eventually united in marriage on September 25, 1962. Jerry and Carol owned and operated the Rainbow Resort for many years. Known for her wonderful cooking and baking skills, Carol also worked for Judy's Pies and Daily Special (where she won the best cook award by the Midland Chamber of Commerce). She was a member of Garfield United Methodist Church in Linwood and loved time spent by the pool, crocheting, but most of all, time spent with her family (especially her grandkids). She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of fifty-three years, Jerry and her children, Karen and husband, Philip Zywicki, Michelle and husband, Brian Campbell, Kim and husband, Joe Krzyminski, Jerry Jr. "Buck" and wife, Paula Barcia, along with her two step-daughters, Susan Musinski and Jerrilynn Schindler and her companion, Jim Killian. Carol was the caring and loving grandma of Brad, Heather, Thomas, Nicole, Jenna, Kayla, Britnie, Josh, Erica, Chad, Chelsea and the great-grandma of Gibsonn. Also surviving are her siblings, Norman and wife, Emma Barber, Jay Barber, Rick and wife, Cathy Cooley, Oliver and wife, Bonnie Barber, Shirley Miller; her sister-in-law, Carol and husband, Robert Cuthbert, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends. In addition to her parents, Carol was welcomed home to heaven by her siblings, Leona Campbell, Ron and Bill Cooley, and her in-laws, Jenny Barber and Clarence Miller. Carol's family will be present to receive visitors on Thursday, January 7, 2016 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp. On Friday, January 8, 2016, Carol will be taken to Garfield United Methodist Church, 1701 N. Garfield Rd., Linwood, where visiting will continue from 10:00 AM until the time of her 11:00 AM Memorial Ceremony. Pastor John Tousciuk will officiate. Memorial contributions may be directed to the wishes of the family. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
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Sorry to here of Carols passing she is a great women may she Rest In Peace she will be greatly missed. The Gromaski Family
So sorry for the loss of your mother. Your mom was a special lady. She was always so kind to my mom and dad and our kids when they lived across the road from them on Siedlers Rd. She always had a hug for you and a big smile. She will be missed dearly… God bless you all as you go through this loss… The Evans Family, Mike, Debbie and Angie..
To the Family of Carol Barica we are so sorry for your lost of a dear love one thinking of yous all at this difficult time .
I never had the opportunity to meet Carol, but her grand daughter Heather is a dear friend of mine. I enjoyed the stories Heather has told me of her, she sounds like a very sweet, funny, and loving woman. I know she will be dearly missed and I will be praying that the family finds comfort from the Lord in the coming weeks. God Bless.
My favorite memory of Carol was when she shared her secret to making an awesome broccoli salad along with a few other tips on baking/cooking. Only problem was, we were both drinking and I didn’t take any notes! Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Queenie
Aunt Carol, your hugs always made me feel so close to Grandma. Thank you for those hugs, praying for all of the family, sending my deepest condolences. Rest in Heaven, give grandma and my momma kisses.
Jerry & Family, I m sorry for your loss, I’ll have all of you in my prayers. Carol was a beautiful person inside & out!! I will miss her dearly . Linda & Mike Wojda & family
I’ll never forget all the great time I had at your house swimming in the pool for hours during your pool parties and everything. And I’ll never forget your delicious food that you’ve always cooked up. You will be missed Carol. I’m in shock that you’re gone. I just can’t believe it. Fly high Angel. And watch over all of us. R.I.P Carol.
My Aunt Carol was a wonderful caring woman who loved her family & Lord & no one was a stranger to her . She loved life & love to share others burdens .Her hugs & advice had helped me & my siblings when our parents had passed we couldn’t have made it without her wonderful caring arms .She will surly be missed love Susie & Bill .Wentworth
Words cannot express the sadness my family and I feel for the loss of this “mother to us all,” but mostly my heart breaks for the family she has left behind. What a fine example of a most dedicated, loving mother, grandmother, sister, wife, auntie and mentor. Thank you Carol, for holding me up when times were tough I will think of you often and when there are two butterflies.
I know that from the couple of times i met you, your smile lit up your family and friends. Heather was all the time talking about your cooking. May your wings let you breath comfort to your girls. You will be so missed.
So sorry for your loss, your family are in our prayers.
My deepest sympathies to the ehole family and clise friends during this very difficult time. Carol was the most loving and caring person I’ve know. Carol made you feel like you were nust another one of her kids! She welcomed us always at Rainbow resort , and of course she fed us! Whether at her home or anywhere Carol was always catering to everyone , and she did it all with great love and care. May her family find comfort in knowing that she was loved by many and she loved well.
The LeFevre, Torp, and Klumpp Families purchased the Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for the family of Carol Elaine Barcia.
What I remember about Carol the most is her smile. Her whole face glowed with her smile. You felt welcomed when she smiled at you. I loved when she shared praises at church as she healed from her stroke. She was strong. This latest illness was hard and I was very moved when she came to church and talked about the fight, both physically and spiritually. She lifted all of us there with her strength and sharing her faith in the Lord. I’m saddened at losing her but so glad I got to know her. I know we will see her again because of the promise, because of the Good News. To Carols family at this time of great loss and sorrow, we are so sorry, Peace and healing to your heart, in time.
John and Marsha Oates
remembering the games of dice we played,it with always be one of my fondest memories..until we meet again…. Keep them dice hot. you will be missed.Love you always…
Sister, you are loved and missed…Rest in peace
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Barcia family. Even though it has been many years since I have seen or spoken to you, my childhood is full of memories shared with your family. I know how important Carol was to you and that she will be greatly missed.
Amy (Spiker) Near
Thinking of the Barcia family during this time. George Jody Valley
What a wonderful woman!!! I recently had a chance to be her nurse twice. She was always a beautiful, thoughtful, and strong woman. I am very saddened by the news of her passing. Even though I am a Davenport University Student RN – she had a special place in my heart and always will. Determined, kind, generous, and always had a smile on her face. My ultimate prayers and hugs to her family and friends!!!!
Mary Lou McMan