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Kristi Barranco Obituary

Kristi Cemo Barranco, born in Sacramento, CA, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at the age of 50 after a courageous battle with leukemia. Kristi lived in New Orleans the past 26 years. She is survived by her husband Russ Barranco; her sons, Cole Barranco and Paul Barranco; her father Sammy F. Cemo (Kim) of Sacramento; her mother Lynne Carlson (Tim) of Washoe, Nevada; sisters Trini Newquist (Harvey) of New York City, Wendi Bradley (Mark) of Las Vegas, Karlee Cemo-McIntosh (Eric) of Sacramento; and brother Sammy R. Cemo of Newport Beach, CA. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, and other loving relatives. Kristi was an incredible woman whose smile lit up a room and melted the hearts of everyone who was lucky enough to have known her. Among Kristi's passions were her family, entertaining, reading, and taking care of everyone and everything. Her true passion was running her businesses. As a self-taught business woman, Kristi founded, owned, and successfully ran Investment Retrievers NOLA and Tracepoint. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation and memorial service at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd. on Monday, May 15 at 7:00 P.M. Visitation will begin at 5:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Greater Sacramento Area Chapter at http://www.mwoy.org/pages/sac/sac17/kbarranco or checks to LLS may be sent to: Cemo Commercial, Attn: Sammy Cemo, 950 Glenn Drive, Suite 130, Folsom, CA 95630.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from May 12 to May 15, 2017.

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John Blancher

May 22, 2017

My heartfelt condolences to Russ and all extended family. Kristi lit up a room when she entered. She was truly one of the most simply, genuinely beautiful people I encountered. May her love live on through her family. God bless!

TERENCE GRILLO

May 18, 2017

I CAN NOT IMAGINE AND KNOW THE LOSS OF A CHILD AND THE SORROW THAT THIS WOULD BARE, FOR NOTHING CAN CUT DEEPER THAN THIS. BUT WHAT I DO KNOW IS THIS. HER FLESH HAS FAILED HER, TO EARLY TO LEAVE HER LOVED ONES. SHE DID NOT CHOOSE THIS OUTCOME. I CAN ASSURE YOU THAT HER ETERNAL SPIRIT IS THRIVING AND UNSCATHED WITHOUT WEEKNESS. LIVING IN THE PEACFUL PLACE OF OUR FINAL DESTINATION SHE IS NOW WAITING FOR ALL OF US TO BE IN THIS ULTIMATE DESTINATION. FOR HER WAIT FOR HER LOVED ONES ARE ONLY SECONDS FOR TIME IS ONLY PRESENT IN OUR FATHERS LAND. MY BLESSINGS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL HER FAMILY AND LOVED ONES.

Lexi Knight

May 17, 2017

We're so sorry for your loss. Kristi was a truly wonderful individual. She will be deeply missed. Our hearts go out to your family during this difficult time. May God bless you all with strength, courage, and love. Your family will be forever in our prayers.

May 16, 2017

So sorry to hear of the passing of Kristy,
love and prayers to the family
Donna Deagon Everton

Paul LaVenia

May 15, 2017

Dear Russ we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful wife, Kristi. It has always been a pleasure to work for your family. Kristi was so kind and will be deeply missed. God bless you and your boys. - Paul LaVenia and the team at Rooter Man Plumbing.

May 15, 2017

Dear Russ and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, the Miniter family

Marianne Ducros Gonwa

May 14, 2017

I am so sorry, Russ. You and your sons and all who love Kristi are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 14, 2017

Ross my friend for so many years, my heart is hurting for you and your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you.

Liz Padron

Shellie Cook

May 14, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this very difficult time.

Shellie Addison Cook

Jane Clement

May 13, 2017

Russ & family, I'm am so, so sorry for your loss!! I do know the pain you are feeling!! I will not tell you "she's not in pain anymore" I guess because I am selfish & would rather have my Terry here with me & his children & grandchildren!! I will tell you, remember the good times, the laughs, the little moments! It doesn't get any easier! You just learn to live with it better!! Hugs!!!
Jane

Julie and Paul Juneau

May 13, 2017

Words cannot express our respect for Kristi's brave fight! We will always have fond memories of her kindness and hospitality at our get-togethers. She always had the coolest costume at Mardi Gras too. So sorry for your loss.

Stacy

May 13, 2017

So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you all.

S. Rivers

May 13, 2017

To the Barranco Family, may "the God of all comfort" bring comfort, strength and peace during this time of great loss.

Patrick McMahon

May 13, 2017

Russ my deepest condolences and prayers go out to you and your boys. Ms Darlene has kept me posted on Kristi's courageous battles, God Bless her soul. Sincerely. Patrick J McMahon

Jay & Vicki Occhipinti

May 12, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family at this most difficult time. God bless the Barranco Family.

Joel & Denise Rollins

May 12, 2017

Russ, we are very sorry for your loss and sadden to receive the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and you during this very difficult time. On the couple of occasions Joel had the privilege to meet Kristi, her smile and kindness were infectious. We know her spirit will live on through your family.

barbara baudin

May 12, 2017

I am so very sorry for your liss Russ....i am sorry i never got to meet her . She must have been an extraordinary womman.We seem to be losing too many friends these days.Please take care of yourself I know how deep loss can be....praying for you and your boys...Barbara

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