Carol Ann Merchant

Carol Ann Merchant has gone home to be with her Lord on July the 27th. 

Carol Ann was born to Paul Dawkins and Lorna Charlotte (Burnham) Petro on November 7, 1942 at their home outside of St Louis, Michigan. She was educated at Mull School (corner of Van Buren and Bagley) through the 6th grade then went to Alma Schools. Carol graduated with the class of 1960 from Alma High School. 

In 1960 Carol was married to Lee Joseph Kennedy and they welcomed their first son, John Paul that year. Leann Marie followed in 1962, James Patrick in 1963 and Elizabeth Susan in 1968. 

Carol was married to Scott Merchant in 1980. Scott brought a sweet son Eric. 

John married Laurie Bauwens and Laurie brought a smiling Michelle. Born to John and Laurie are Bryan and Shawn. Michelle married Gary Foco, they bore Jenna and Tory, Bryan (Victor) Kennedy and Shawn (Michelle) Kennedy who have Logan and Addison.

John then married Letitia Thrush who added Devin and Emily. Devin (Troy) Everingham who have Gavin, Jayden and Raymond and Emily (Randy) Thrush who have Zane. 

Leann married Todd Reichel. Their children are Joshua (Jolynn) Reichel who have Emma and Molly and Kevin Reichel. 

Jim married Diana Ruiz Their children are Ayden and Bentley. 

Elizabeth Married Mark Shultz. They have two boys, Nicholas (Kelsey) who have Atlas and Micheal.

Eric married Elizabeth Laney, Their children are Madysen and Masen. Eric later married Tina who blessed our family with five more boys, Austin (Stephanie) Buffin who have Rhea Jane and Sterling Nova, Tyler (Alison) Buffin, Kyle Buffin, CeJay Jones and Alex Jones.

Carol is also survived by Scott, her husband for 42 years, brothers Roger Petro and Ted (Jane) Dershem sisters Nancy (Mike) Shotick, Kathy Grass, JoElla Beckman and Cindy (Joe) Daigle. She also has many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A celebration of Carol’s life will be on August 13th at the United Methodist Church in Ithaca. Visitation with family from 9am to 11:30 with a celebration service at 11:30. Lunch to follow.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Bill & Liz Dershem]

Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Bill & Liz Dershem

[Scott Johnson]

So sorry to hear of Carols passing. Never an easy time. But remember the Forty-Two years you both shared. Scott you now have forever to look forward to. Stay strong my friend, you will see Carol again!!!!

[Nola Owen]

Ken and I admired and loved Carol and her genuine love for people with a smile that showed her Christian spirit. God give you peace Scott& family.

[Tom & Kathy Howes Kanitz]

Scott, we are so sorry to read of your loss. It’s been years ago, but I recall meeting Carol & felt she was a wonderful person. Our condolences & prayers for you & family!

[Kevin and Stephanie Howes]

Carol was such a wonderful lady. She was so compassionate and also fun to work with. She will be missed by so many people. We are keeping you and your family in prayer Scott and family.

[Marilee J Mouser]

I am so sorry to learn of Carol's passing. She did so much for our community. My condolences to the Merchants.

[Jerry & Cathy Timmons]

Scott and family...
We are sorry to hear of Carol's passing. She was a lady who did for others without hesitation. We'll remember her as our Ithaca Mrs. Claus.....she loved this role of giving so much and she embraced all those children with sweet words and a loving smile.

[Phyllis Smith]

Sorry to hear of Carol's passing. She will be missed.Carol was a lovely lady with beautiful smile.
With deepest sympathy.
Phyllis Smith

[Elaine Burnham]

Scott and family, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

[brian godley]

God Bless You ! Sincerely sorry for your Loss! (wonderful person)!

[Keith & Linda Wyeth]

What a beautiful woman Carol was inside and out!
So thoughtful and caring for anyone she came in contact with. Our loss, but Heaven's gain!
May God give Scott and family peace knowing where Carol is now.


Ca

[Erika, Tom and Alex Stroh Jan Maynard]

Scott
We are so very sorry for your loss. We know she is with her father in heaven. And she is at peace now. I now this is a very hard time now. We will be praying for you you.
Love Erika, Tom, Alex and Jan

[Tina and Jeff Dafoe]

Scott, I am sorry for your loss. Carol was an amazing, FUNNY, loving, and giving person. She would light up a room with her smile and spirit even towards the end. Thoughts and prayers to you and the family. Love you!
Tina and Jeff

[Dennis Powelson]

Scott, I’m very sorry to hear about Carol. She was always such a pleasant person. God Bless.