Mrs. Carol Barham Remy, born December 5, 1955, in Ruston, Louisiana, entered her eternal home in Heaven on January 16, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Carol lived the majority of her life in north Louisiana, where she poured her heart into her family, her faith, and the many students she served for nearly four decades. After 58 years in north Louisiana, she moved to Baton Rouge to be near her children and to lovingly care for her first granddaughter, Alison, a role she cherished deeply.

Carol, known to her grandchildren as “Jojo,” was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She is survived by her loving husband, John Remy; her daughters, Laura Remy and Melinda Penny; her son-in-law, Andrew Penny; and her beloved grandchildren, Alison, Ainsley, and John Michael, who were the joy of her life. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Barham, and his wife, Lorie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton and JoAnn Barham.

A woman of strong faith, Carol lived out her calling through service and love for others. She began her career as a home economics teacher in Spearsville, where she taught for 13 years, before continuing her life’s work as a 4-H agent for 20 years in Union Parish. She was known and loved by countless students and families whose lives she touched through her guidance, encouragement, and unwavering kindness.
Carol and John also served together for 14 years in Volunteer Christian Builders, traveling across the country to help construct numerous churches and Christian camps, a ministry that reflected their shared faith and love of service. Carol’s life reflected her deep trust in the Lord, and her legacy is one of compassion, dedication, and quiet strength. Those who knew her will remember her gentle spirit, servant’s heart, and steadfast love for her family and community.

A visitation to celebrate Carol’s life with her Baton Rouge friends was held on Saturday, January 17, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Istrouma Ascension.

A visitation was held at Crestview Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA on Sunday, January 18, from 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 AM on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Crestview Baptist Church with Bro. Wayne Whiteside as officiant. Interment followed at Unionville Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield.

Carol’s family finds comfort in knowing that she is now at peace, rejoicing in the presence of her Savior, and they are grateful for the promise that her love and faith will live on in all who were blessed to know her.