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Carol Barks Obituary
Carol Barks was born and raised in Santa Maria. She graduated from Santa Maria High School in 1975.
Carol is survived by her son Chad Cassidy and his wife, Nicole; her parents Clayton & Jean Barks; her fiancé, Kim Ward; siblings, Keith Barks, Debra Loux, David Barks, Clay Barks and their spouses and many nieces and nephews.
Her family was with her when she went peacefully into the Lord's arms.
Graveside services to be held at the Santa Maria Cemetery on Thursday, December 9th at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Young Life of the Central Valleys at younglifecvs.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Barks
Jim Geary`
December 27, 2010
I am so sorry to hear that Carol passed away. We went through school togther.
Carolyn Nelson
December 20, 2010
Chad and the Barks family,
So sad to hear that Carol passed away. Will be praying for you all as you let the Lord give peace to your hurting hearts. Carol and I have many memories since we went through school and the Grace Baptist Youth group together! She will be missed.
Jack Shaffer
December 14, 2010
Chad - praying for the Lord to be your comfort in your time of grief.
Jennifer Hertler-Stout
December 11, 2010
Please accept condolences on behalf of the Hertler and Tabisola families. We are praying for God comfort you all.
John McKee
December 10, 2010
Really sorry to hear that Carol has passed. I considered her more than a friend. She is always in my thoughts.
Patti (Stephens)Turner
December 10, 2010
Carol was a dear sweet woman , we were friends in school , but had not seen eachother for many years . She will be missed by many . To the family , I express my sincerest sympathies .
Sandra Ring
December 9, 2010
Carol was a classmate and friend from elementary thru high school. She will be dearly missed by the Class of 1975 and friends. May her spirit embrace her family's hearts, always.
Janet Kee-Castillo
December 8, 2010
Carol was a classmate of mine I didn't get to know until years after we were out of school. She will be greatly missed by the people who knew her. You all are in my thoughts & prayers.
December 7, 2010
I was so sad to learn of Carol's passing. My sisters (Rita and Lita) and I send our thoughts and prayers to all of your family. We were neighbors for a LONG time.
Terri (Powell) Hilton
Monroe, WA
Eleanor Garcia-Abadajos
December 7, 2010
May the angels sing in joy as Carol is received by the Lord into his kingdom.
Connie Pounds Fontaine
December 7, 2010
Im so sorry to hear about Carol, We were childhood friends and she will be missed. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Misty Minchello
December 7, 2010
I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Chad. I am here for you if you or your family needs anything.
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