Funeral services for Carolyn Ruth Byrd Barnes, of Ruston, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, May 22, 2026 at Owens Memorial Chapel in Ruston with Bro. Paul Watts officiating.

Carolyn was born on December 2, 1939 and went to her Heavenly home on May 18, 2026 at the age of  86. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.  Carolyn loved to travel with her husband Keith. She and Keith traveled all over the U.S. and Canada in their RV. They cherished the friendships they made as they journeyed and were members of the Mudbugs RV club. Carolyn enjoyed gardening and found great pleasure caring for her flowers in her yard. For many years she was a dedicated office manager working at both LSU and Louisiana Tech. Her greatest love and devotion was reserved for her Lord Jesus Christ. She was a very active member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents, Carl Byrd and Lena May Price, and her stepfather Alton Lamar Price; and her husband Albert Keith Barnes. Left to cherish Carolyn's memory include her son, Jason Rockett; her stepsons, Keith Barnes, Jr., and Rick Barnes; grandchildren, Michael Rockett and Lauren Rockett; one great-grandchild, Nova Rockett; her sisters, Cloy Winquist and husband Leland, and Debra Wear and husband George. Carolyn is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation will be 9:00 AM until service time Friday at Owens Memorial Chapel.