Carol Beatrice Allen-Branback

August 17, 1935 - May 20, 2018

NORWAY- Carol B. Branback age 82 of Norway, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at ManorCare in Kingsford. She was born on August 17, 1935 in Racine, WI. Carol was one of five children born to William and Estella (Teafoe) Rivest. The good Lord chose on this day, that she has been visiting on earth long enough, now it is time that she goes home to live with her beloved God. While she was on the beautiful earth, God gifted her with crafting, painting, card designing, wood crafting and crocheting. She also enjoyed gardening, cooking and rummage sales. Above all she enjoyed her children and their families, which was the love of her life. Carol is survived by her nine children Michele (Andy) Soto, Cheryl (John) Degenaer, Thomas (Phyliss) Allen, George (Jan) Allen, Jr., Scott (Teresa) Allen, Darlene (Doug) Sebright, William (Lisa) Allen, Brandon (Michael) Allen and her favorite son Paul (Kimberly) Allen; 32 grandchildren and their spouses; 47 great grandchildren; sister Mary (Terry) Process; many nieces and nephews; and many special friends. In addition to her parents William and Estelle Rivest, and her husband Edward Branback, she was preceded in death by her brothers William Rivest, Jr., and Jerry Rivest; sister Lois Zakas and step-father Peter Orler. Her family would like to thank the staff at ManorCare for all the care and comfort provided during her stay. “Your heart is trying to rock, but it can barely beat at all, your soul is trying to run but all your body does is crawl!” Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 26 from 11-1 p.m. at the Ortman Funeral Home in Norway. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Ortman Funeral Home, with Fr. Ray Valerio officiating. Interment will follow at the Norway Township Cemetery.