Barbara Cartolano Obituary
The passing of Barbara Cartolano of Houma, Louisiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 5, 2025 at the age of 88. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Cartolano to show support.
She was predeceased by: her husband Ernest Grow Jr.; her former husband Joseph Cartolano Sr.; her parents, Addie Giroir and Lorita Oliver Giroir; her son Randy Grow; her stepson Joseph Cartolano Jr.; and her sister Marina Fanguy.
She is survived by: her children, Rocky Grow and Roxanne Picou (Gary); her stepchildren, Catherine Cartolano, Laura Leone, Karen Balcom, Melissa Hackikian and Gregory Cartolano; and her siblings, Betty Trahan, Tommy Giroir and Elaine Blanchard. She is also survived by many loving nieces, and nephews.
Viewing will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Chauvin Funeral Home (5899 LA-311, Houma, LA 70360). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at the St. Francis Cemetery (6157 W Main St, Houma, LA 70360).
