Carole
L. Barrett, a beacon of patience, love, empathy and thoughtfulness,
passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, at the age of 83. She was
born on January 23, 1942, in Burlington, Vt., where she lived for
most of her life, except when she and her husband, John, became
snowbirds, spending part of their year in Barefoot Bay, Fla. Carole’s
life was a testament to the importance of family and the power of a
kind heart.
She
was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Constance Lumbra;
her beloved husband of 54 years, John F. Barrett Jr. (June 2017); her
sister Patricia “Patti” Baumann and brother-in-law Kevin Baumann;
her brother-in-law Andrew “Andy” Lord (her sister Sally’s
husband); and her sister-in-law Kathleen Lumbra (her brother Thomas’
wife).
One
of nine children, Carole, the second-born, is survived by her
siblings Sally Lord; Thomas “Tom” Lumbra; Jayne Coyne and her
husband, Daniel “Dan” Coyne; Margaret “Peg” Maffitt and her
husband, Thomas “Tom” Mafitt; James “Jim” Lumbra and his
wife, Susan “Sue” Lumbra; Kathy Conway and her husband, Martin
“Marty” Conway; and Daniel “Dan” Lumbra and his wife, Nancy
Lumbra.
Carole
was deeply devoted to her loved ones, especially her children and
grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter Kimberly C. Barrett;
her son, John F. Barrett III, and his wife, Kerry L. Barrett; and her
daughter Bridgette B. Fuller, along with her husband, Travis M.
Fuller. Her five energetic grandchildren brought Carole immense joy:
Avery P. Barrett, John “Jay” F. Barrett IV, Benjamin “Ben” A.
Barrett, Oliver G. Fuller and Anna C. Fuller. They filled her life
with endless laughter and light. She took great pride in showing
everyone her many photo albums filled with pictures of them and
shared numerous stories of their visits with all.
Family
was the cornerstone of Carole’s world; she cherished every moment
spent with them. Her patient nature allowed her to navigate the ups
and downs of life with grace, offering unwavering support and
understanding to those around her. Her empathetic spirit made her a
trusted confidante and a source of comfort to many. Carole’s
thoughtful gestures, both big and small, demonstrated her deep care
for others and left a lasting impact on their lives.
Carole’s
legacy will live on through the love she shared and the values she
instilled in her family. She will be deeply missed by all who had the
privilege of knowing her.
Details
regarding memorial services will be announced at a later date.
In
lieu of flowers, please donate to Memory Care at Allen Brook, 99
Allen Brook Ln., Williston, VT 05495, for the amazing level of care,
compassion and beautiful friendships they provided for Carole over
the last years of her life, battling Parkinson’s disease, a
condition that she faced with courage and resilience.
Arrangements
are in the care of the Ready Funeral & Cremation Services. To
send online condolences, please visit readyfuneral.com.
This article appears in The Summer Preview 2025.