Carolyn Jean (Barnett) Bridges, 72, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, peacefully passed away Friday, December 2, 2022, at her home. She was born May 3,1950, the daughter of Gene Glenn and Doris Lorene (Whitten) Barnett, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.
She was a member of Evangelical United Methodist Church, a 1968 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and a retiree of Whirlpool Corporation.
Carolyn was a devoted mother and grandmother to her family and will be missed very much. She enjoyed cooking for her family, attending her grandchildren’s school and sporting events and taking care of them. Mamaw was so proud and felt extremely blessed to have such wonderful grandchildren in her life.
Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Kimberly Acree and Kerry (David) Hall; grandchildren, Evan, Eric and Elliott Acree and Lauren and Kourtney Hall, all of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; a brother, Phillip Barnett and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She also leaves behind her beloved cat, Leo.
Carolyn is preceded in death by her grandparents, Fred and Mabel Barnett and Milton and Eunice Whitten; her parents; sister Phylis Hedrick; son-in-law John Acree and granddaughter Emily Lorene Acree.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies in Carolyn’s memory.
In keeping with Carolyn’s wishes, a private service will be held by the family.
The family would like to extend its sincere gratitude to Father Robert Zwilling, Larry Hodgson, and Shaun and Kim Keepes for the care and compassion they have shown during this difficult time.
Condolences may be made on-line at www.shortcunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Carolyn Jean (Barnett) Bridges.
