This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: BARLOW, LEE, MELLEMA, SMITH, ASHBY, SCHULER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25645/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BARLOW, Carol Anne Age 71 Passed away peacefully in her sleep Christmas night, at her home in Old Bridge Village, North Fort Meyers. A resident of Richland, MI, for 35 years prior to moving to Florida. Carol Anne was preceded in death by her mother, Viva Lee and grandson, Brandon Mellema. Carol Anne is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Thomas Barlow; beloved children Thomas Barlow, Jr. (Kelly), Patrick Barlow, and Bridget Smith (Aaron), and cherished grandchildren, Ryan, Lauren, and Kevin Barlow, Shelby Barlow, Nicole, Danielle, and Zachary Smith. Father Robert Lee, siblings Linda Smith, Lareca Ashby, Donna Schuler, Gregory Lee and William Lee. Carol Anne was a giving, caring person who was loved by everyone. She touched the hearts of all she knew; her absence will have a profound affect on those she left behind to treasure their memories of her. A memorial service will be in Fort Myers, FL. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 31, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.