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Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Ret. SGM Ricardo Barbet, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 79. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and all that is connected. Services are entrusted to Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory of Fayetteville. Please keep this family in your prayers during their time of bereavement.
Ricardo leaves behind a legacy of service, resilience, and unconditional love. He will be deeply missed and cherished by his devoted wife, Sharon Elaine Barbet, children: Ricardo Barbet Jr. (Debbie) of East Windsor, NJ; Karen Barbet, Michelli Thompson of Fayetteville, NC and Aisha Lias (Davisa) of (Lexington, MD); Sisters: Antoinetta Gittens of Colon, Panama; Linda Evelyn Far Rockaway, NY, one brother: Raymond Barbet of Colon, Panama; Sister-in-law Kay Niles (Johny) of Upper Marlboro, MD; Grandchildren: Kenneth Boykin, Brittany Barbet, Shatrice Boykin, Brianna Barbet, Marquis Foshee, Thomas Ruhland Jr., Desire Thompson, Julian Ruhland, and Alonso Ruhland; 7 Great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.