Carole A. Barrett

Carole A. (Birch) Barrett, age 81, a resident of Burlington, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday April 22, 2026. Carole was the beloved wife of the late John J. Barrett, with whom she enjoyed 41 years of marriage.

Carole was born in Lowell on February 12, 1945, and was the daughter of the late Samuel and Emily (Birch) Zousimas.

Carole was raised in Lowell, MA and went on to raise her family in Dracut. Carole had a long career in real estate starting with Dick Lepine RE and eventually opening Barrett Real Estate on Lakeview Ave where she ran a thriving business for over 20 years. She had a special passion for first-time home buyers and guiding people into home ownership. Prior to retirement she was a proud member of Laer Realty. Carole was an avid card player, spending years playing with the EPT poker league where she gained the respect of her peers and made many friends. She loved good friends, good food, and good wine. Her motto was “Life is precious. Do what makes you happy.”

Carole is survived by her daughters Linda Schumacher (Paul) of Douglasville GA, Liz McGowan (Greg) of Bristol RI, GA and Donna Caouette (Mike Lifred) of Lowell MA, and her grandchildren Ryan, Liam, Alyssa, Jared, Aidan, Devin and Andrew. She is pre-deceased by her husband John and her son John Jr. She will also be missed by many dear life-long friends and business associates.

Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 3-7pm at DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut. A short service will follow her visitation at 7pm in the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider an act of kindness towards a stranger or friend. Carole believed in paying it forward.