Barbara Bailey's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio

Barbara Bailey

May 13, 1950 - June 23, 2025 (75 years old)

Columbus, Ohio

Barbara Bailey's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio

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Jerry Spears Funeral Home and Cremation

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Barbara Bailey

May 13, 1950 - June 23, 2025 (75 years old)

Columbus, Ohio


Barbara Bailey Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara Bailey (Columbus, Ohio), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 23, 2025 at the age of 75. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Bailey to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid Barbara farewell, let us not mourn the absence of her physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of her spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Barbara is not truly gone, but merely transformed, her energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Smith and Jean Smith. She is survived by: her children, Matthew Ries (Sherry), Brent Ries (Rachel) and Chris Ries; her grandchildren, Megan, Abigail, Ari and Eden; her brother William Smith (Susan); and her sibling's children, William Smith and Stacy Smith. She is also survived by numerous great nieces and nephews, other family and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jerry Spears Funeral Home and Cremation



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June 26, 2025

Todd Karas and the Marketing Leadership Team sent flowers

“In loving memory of Barbara Bailey, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”


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June 25, 2025

The McCurdy Family lit a candle


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June 25, 2025

The McCurdy Family sent flowers

“In loving memory of Barbara Bailey, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”


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June 25, 2025

Someone sent flowers

“Sending our love and prayers of comfort. Love, Nick, Kristen, Natalie and Anthony Lombardo”


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June 29

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Jerry Spears Funeral Home of Hilliard
5471 Frazell Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026

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June 30

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