Carolyn Sue Barnett, 79, of Marion, passed away at 5:25 a.m. on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at her residence.

She was born on May 13, 1942, to Sim and Beulah (Payne) Kingston in Clifton, IL. She married Ronald Barnett and he preceded her in death.

Carolyn began her career as a charge nurse at Manteno State Hospital in Manteno, IL. She then accepted a position at Shapiro Developmental Center, in Kankakee, IL, and retired after 50 years.

On Saturday mornings, she loved watching Bill Dance the fisherman. She also was an avid fisherwoman and a member of the Bass and Gals fishing club. She very proud to be on the scrabble team in Monticello, IL. Carolyn was a loyal Cubs fan and she loved her Cubbies. She loved eating out and shopping.

She resided with her daughter, Rebecca, who was her caretaker until she passed.

Carolyn is survived by her three children, Rebecca (Charles) Shepherd of Marion, IL, William (Becky) Davis and Kimberly Barnett; six grandchildren, Chaise Woolsey, Caylee Woolsey, Justine Davis, Nicholas Davis, Brittany Ashline and Breanne Ashline; a brother, James Kingston and two sisters, Yvonne Brandenburg and Wanda Jordan.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sim and Beulah Juanita Kingston and her husband, Ronald Barnett.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main St., Benton IL.

Per Carolyn's wishes, cremation will take place.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.