Carmen Barbosa (nee Espindola) passed away on March 8, 2019, in Detroit at the age of 80. The daughter of Randolph and Clara (nee Rojos), she was born on July 6, 1938, in Mexico City, Mexico.

Beloved wife of Dr. Robert Barbosa, D.O., joined in love for 60 years. Loving mother of Jayme (Mark) Hendershot, the late Sidney Robert Barbosa, Jacqueline (James) Carroll, Gina (Frank) Belknap, and the late Aaron John Barbosa. Cherished grandmother of Robert, Sidney, Alex, Sarah, Alexandra, James, John, and Aaron. Proud great-grandmother of Kaden, Talon, and Keegan. And dear sister of Ida, Ruth, Robert, and Roman.

Carmen's greatest joy was spending time with her family. Her adventurous spirit took her all over the world with her husband and children. No matter where she was, Carmen endeared herself to others, taking time to listen and talk, always lending a kind word. She made everyone around her feel valued and special.

A memorial service in Carmen's memory will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2019, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Crosspointe Christian Church, 21336 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236, with coffee following.

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