In loving memory of Carole Ann Scarborough who passed away peacefully on 15th December 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and family devotion.
Born in Lewisham to Walter and Ellen Barwell, Carole was the eldest of four children. After waiting seven years for their first child, Walter and Ellen were overjoyed when Carole arrived at Christmas, earning her the fitting name of Carole, a true Christmas Carole.
Carole met her beloved Raymond, and they were married just ten months later, on 7th October 1972, a true love story. After a joyful holiday in Ibiza, they began their family, welcoming Sarah first, followed closely by Jamie, then Ben and Charlotte. Their beloved son Jamie passed away at the age of two and a half, a heartbreaking loss that devastated the family but ultimately drew them closer. Jamie continues to be a cherished and enduring presence in family life.
Carole worked as a punch card operator early in her career, and when she and Raymond started a family, she embraced motherhood wholeheartedly. She continued to work from home while caring for her children, a role she truly loved and cherished.
A loving wife to Raymond and a devoted mother to Sarah, Jamie, Ben, and Charlotte, Carole was known for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering dedication to her family. She leaves behind nine devoted grandchildren, who cherished their nan dearly. She will be remembered for her strength, her love of life, and the joy she brought to everyone around her.
Mums favourite colour was emerald green to raise a smile on her face in heaven if you have something emerald green to wear to the funeral either a scarf tie earrings or something similar that would be lovely.
Carole will be deeply missed and forever loved by all her family and friends.
FUNERAL DETAILS & TIMING (See full addresses below):
• Carole will be leaving her home 10 The Oval at 10:30 on 9th January 2026, with a few family and friends walking with her to the church. Cars can follow.
• The service will begin at 11:00 at Holy Trinity Lamorbey Church.
• Following the service, at approximately 12:00, Carole will be taken to Bluebell cemetery for burial.
• A wake will follow at the The Bulls Head, in Pratts Bottom from 14:00.
Everyone who knew Carole and her family is welcome to join the procession, service, burial, and wake.
Any flowers or donations in memory of Carole will be gratefully received.
Flowers to be sent to or brought to Carole’s home address.
Please see link to MND charity for donations: https://standagainstmnd.com/
RELEVANT ADDRESSES:
• Carole’s Home: 10 The Oval, Sidcup, Kent, DA15 9ES
• Church: Holy Trinity Lamorbey Church, Hurst Road, Sidcup, DA15 9AE
• Cemetery: Bluebell Cemetery, Old London Road, Halstead, Kent, TN14 7AE
• Wake: The Bulls Head Pub, Rushmore Hill, Alpington, BR6 7NQ
• Funeral Parlour: F.A. Albin and Sons, 163 Station Road, Sidcup, DA15 7AA
To Carole’s family and friends,
On behalf of Stand Against MND, we send our condolences to you all. We of course have first hand experience of this illness and so appreciate the fight you have all been through.
We are grateful for your generous donations to help in our Stand Against MND.
All our love at this difficult time,
Stand Against MND xxx
To my beautiful nanny,
You were one in a million. I will miss you so much. I love you with all my heart.
Love your Gracie Bo (LuLu) xx
I still can’t believe you are no longer with us Mum, I still feel you around us all the time and will continue to cherish your memory forever and ever. Love and miss you so much Mum, give Jamie a big hug from me and the kids x
To a special lady RIP carole
Lots of Love xx
Fly high beautiful lady ❤️
RIP Carole. You will be missed dearly. You raised a beautiful family who all love you tremendously. 🩷
In loving memory of a wonderful lady💔💔
Rest in peace Carole,
Thank you so much for making me & mine part of your loving family, you will always be missed, sending you all my love 💔
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In loving memory of our dear Carole — a truly brave, strong, and wonderfully funny lady. You will be deeply missed by all of us here at The Banana Garden. Sending all our love to your family.
The Banana Garden Girlies x
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Rest in peace Auntie Carole,
I can’t imagine a Saturday lunch or celebration without you.
You were such a huge part of mine and my kids childhoods and I will miss you so much.
You made us all feel loved and welcome.
Sending love to you all
Forever in our hearts and memories ❤️❤️
You leave us with lovely memories ❤️
Rest in Peace Carole x
You will be deeply missed Aunty Carole, I fondly remember all the good times we spent with you when I was a kid, especially all the birthday parties.
Thinking of you all and sending all our love
Harry, Lydia, Grace, Jack and Edie xxx
To my Auntie Carol.
Since I can remember you’ve always been part of my life with uncle Raymond. You are already really missed.
Say hello to my Dad for me.
Love you auntie, rest in peace.
All my love
Paul
My beautiful mummy x
My beautiful nan or grandma as you would ask me to call you. I love and miss you endlessly 💚💚
Taken on a family cruise around The Norwegian Fjords. Which Carole very kindly organised. Love u xx
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