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Rachel Barclay Obituary
New London - Rachel Allison Barclay, 40, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024, after a valiant battle with ovarian cancer. Rachel was born in Natick, Mass., to Anita (Goldstein) Miller and Scott Barclay. Rachel attended Harbor School and graduated in 2001 from New London High School, where she enjoyed playing on the tennis team. Rachel also attended Mitchell College.
She and her mother reincarnated the family business, Goldy's Restaurant, and then she went on to work as general manager of Ocean Beach Park in New London. She also served as secretary of the Alewife Cove Conservancy.
Rachel is survived by her mother, Anita, and stepfather, Chris; along with her father, Scott Barclay; as well as sisters Adrienne (Aaron) Kerwin, Lisa Barclay; and stepbrother Josh Miller. She also leaves behind her nieces and nephews who she shared an extra special bond with. "Rae Rae" will be forever missed by Emma, Elliot, Easton, Ryan, Lucy and Samuel. She will also be missed by her bestest dog, Charlie.
The family would like to thank the nurses at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital who cared for Rachel this past week. Their compassion was truly a gift.
Donations in Rachel's name may be made to Healing Therapies through Sharing at 83 Boston Post Road, Waterford, CT 06385 or Temple Emanu-El at 29 Dayton Road, Waterford, CT 06385 or Alewife Cove Conservatory, 98 Neptune Ave., New London, CT 06320 (www.alewifecove.org).
The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, April 5, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Ocean Ave., New London. Condolence messages may be left on her memorial page at www.neilanfuneralhome.com.
In honor of Rachel please order yourself a giant prime rib as rare as possible and piece of pumpkin pie for dessert!
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Memories and Condolences
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Barbara Payne
September 29, 2024
Dear Scott and Family, I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss of Rachel. Although I didn´t know her I know she had to be a wonderful girl.
Charlesia Ross
April 11, 2024
My condolences to Rachel´s family! I pray God will comfort you during this time. I´m saddened by this news Rachel and I were childhood friends since Harbor school days! She was extremely Sweet and will be missed!
Ronald Gibson
April 9, 2024
Anita,
It was with great sorrow that I read of Rachel loosing her battle to cancer. I know what a disaster it is to loose a child and my sincere sympathies are with you and your family.
Ron Gibson
Chuck Flynn, NLPD Ret
April 6, 2024
Anita, Chris (Meat), Adrienne;
I had the pleasure to have met Rachel at Goldy´s and occasional social events. Always found her to be friendly, sociable and welcoming regardless if you were stranger or best friend. May the road rise up to meet her and God hold her in the palm of his hand. Rest in Peace Rachel.
Ellyn Bye
April 6, 2024
My most sincere sympathy to your dear family on this heartbreaking loss of this valiant warrior, Rachel. May you all enjoy the memories you shared over her short but inspirational life. Big hugs and much love...fly free lovely Rachel!
Theresa Delaporta
April 6, 2024
Anita and Family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful Rachel. You are in my prayers.
Susan Condry
April 5, 2024
Anita my heart and thoughts are with you and your family
Elaine price
April 5, 2024
So very sorry for your loss.rachael was such a nice person
Karen J. Harrington
April 5, 2024
Rachel was a genuine, good human. She enriched the lives of all who were fortunate to have known her. Always there with that dazzling smile, a helping hand, the truth when sometimes hard to hear, and laughter - always! She fought the fight bravely and inspired so many with her courage and determination. Rae would not want us to be sad or depressed. Rather, she'd encourage us to welcome each new day with gratitude, for tomorrow is promised to no one, cancer or not. Thankful for you, Rachel! Fly high and keep watch over your family and friends.
Adriana
April 4, 2024
I worked with Rachel as a teen and she was a joy to be around and was always smiling and kind. Praying for her family that they find strength and peace.
Tim Garstka
April 4, 2024
Rachel was one of the toughest and sweetest people I ever met. She fought like a champion.
Jamella
April 4, 2024
My condolences to the family. Rachel was a beautiful person so very glad to know her since childhood she will be missed.
Lonny
April 4, 2024
My condolences to the whole family. I'm sure going to miss Rachel and that smile she always had.I'll remember our conversations no matter how long or short. You fought a good fight and God gained a Angel. Love you always and you will always be remembered.
Keith Turner
April 3, 2024
Rachel's passing weighs heavily on our hearts; her strength and resilience were unparalleled, a beacon of courage in the face of adversity. Despite any challenges, she faced each obstacle head-on, inspiring us all with her unwavering determination. Though she may no longer walk beside us, her indomitable spirit will forever guide and inspire us.
Rick Bates
April 3, 2024
Heartbreaking. So sorry for the loss to the family.
George
April 3, 2024
Anita and family, sorry to hear about Rachel. My deepest sympathies on the loss of your daughter.
Rebecca (Becky) Griffin
April 3, 2024
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious daughter, sister, aunt, Charlie's mama and friend Rachel Barclay. May she RIP. Prayers for her family and all who knew and loved her.
Jennifer Kwon
April 3, 2024
Rachel will be in my heart and remembered as beautiful, positive, always quick to smile and courageous women. Will miss her so very much. May God bless her family in this hard times.
Edward Lamoureux
April 3, 2024
Our deepest condolences to Rachel's family and friends.
It's so sad that she is no longer here with us on the earthly plane of existence.
What a joy it is to have known her and to have worked with her.
The Alewife Cove Conservancy is deeply grateful for all of Rachel's superior efforts as the ACC Secretary and as a staunch supporter.
We were very fortunate to have Rachel as our dear friend and fondly remember the many good times we had.
Rachel was the " I can do that" gal.
And she got it done !!
Ralph Waldo Emerson said it best when he said, " Extraordinary People are ordinary people caught on fire with a burning desire and purpose "
That was Rachel.
With the fondest of memories,
Edward & Jill Lamoureux
Cliff Hedges
April 2, 2024
This is so sad to hear, she fought this battle so hard and I felt she was doing much better. A wonderful and kind woman. Will be missed by many here at the Eastern States. Way to young.
Margo Neistat
April 2, 2024
Rachel was a stunning young woman-truly,
taken from us so
unfairly, and far
too soon. Words´re inadequate to make
any kind of sense, whatsoever. To say
that her family is
devastated is an
epic understatement.
Rachel was a warrior,
fighting until she took
her last breath. She´ll
leave a conspicuous
void in the lives of
so many people, in
addition to her
beloved family.
Gina debona Carter
April 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss May Rachel rest in peace
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