Carol M. Heinly

Carol Musselman (Bard) Heinly, 90, of Kutztown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 in her residence. She was the widow of Robert J. "Bob" Heinly, who died on November 28, 2018. Her former husband, Richard D. "Red" Adam predeceased her on May 21, 2013.

Born and raised in Kutztown, PA, Carol lived a life rich with love, dedication, and unwavering strength. She was a daughter of the late Ralph M. Bard, Sr., and Ruth (Emsing) Bard and was a proud 1953 graduate of Kutztown Area High School. Carol was always concerned about her classmates and cherished her friendships. She served as the Treasurer and Secretary for the former Robert J. Heinly Optical Company, Inc., Reading, PA, for 14 years until her retirement in 2001. Carol was a true "Kutztonian" and was so glad to be a resident in her community. She was a very patriotic person who loved yard sales and going antiquing.

As we remember Carol, we honor her spirit, the laughter she shared, and the countless memories created over the years. She will forever remain a guiding light in our hearts.

Carol is survived by her children, Bruce D. Adam, companion of Lisa Geiger, Fleetwood, PA, Carol B. Adam, Ashland, OR, and Roslyn A. (Heinly) Fenerty, Breinigsville, PA; step children, Jeffrey L., husband of Rose (Vetter) Heinly, Sinking Spring, PA, and Jennifer L. (Heinly) Kurelia, Kutztown, PA; six grandchildren, Jordan, Christian, Madeline, Abigaile, Owen and Ian; four step-grandchildren, Jason, Shannon, Jed and Olivia; three great-grandchildren, Aurora "Rory", Tyson and Grace; and five step-great grandchildren, Bradley, Anthony, Ellie, Nova and Han.

Along with her husbands and parents, Carol was predeceased by her siblings, Ralph Bard, Jr., Henry E. Bard, Wendell E. Bard, Joan M. Bast and Ruth E. Gehris.

Services for Carol will be held privately by her family. The family requests contributions be made in Carol's memory to American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 or online at www.heart.org.

Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown, PA, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting Carol's obituary tribute page at www.Ludwickfh.com.