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Harriett Bales Obituary
MALVERN: Harriett Lucille Bales, 83, of Malvern, passed away, Saturday, October 5, 2013 at her home following a short illness surrounded by her family.
Harriett was born in West Lafayette, OH on July 7, 1930, a daughter of the late Clarence and Audrey (Walker) Fleming.
She worked as a press operator at Merit Plastics in East Canton and was a short order cook at the Minerva Eagles.
Harriett is survived by three daughters, Penny Bales, of Malvern, Rainelle (Bo) Dyer, of Malvern, Teresa Bales, of Mogadore, OH; a son, James Bales, Jr., of Harlem Springs; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Bradford, of Plainfield, OH; and an aunt, Lilly Walker, of Lore City, OH.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James Bales, Sr.; and a son, Howard Eugene Bales.
Her wishes were to be cremated. There are no services.
Friends may express condolences at our website:
www.bartleyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Harriett Bales
Nickie Biggs
October 23, 2013
I love you grandma and miss you very much . I thank you for all the wonderful memories we shared.being with you and grandpa was the best times I had as a kid . I can't wait to see you both again. I love you with all my heart and soul .
Rite Aid Pharmacy
October 21, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill and Darletta Shank
October 17, 2013
You have our deepest sympathy and all our prayers. Loved your mom and will miss seeing her at Wood's. She never forgot my birthday. God bless you all and keep you strong. Think of the happy times with her.
Mac and Crystal McMullen
October 13, 2013
Sorry for your loss
Rich, Missy & Alec Byrd
October 13, 2013
So sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman, mother and wife. Love you all.
IRENE NICHOLS
October 12, 2013
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU WERE SUCH A GODD DAUGHTER TO YOUR MOTHER, THAT WILL HELP YOU IN THE COMING DAYS,YOU WERE THERE WHEN SHE NEEDED YOU.
Larry and Teresa Bradford
October 8, 2013
To The Bales Family - So sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. Aunt Harriet was a wonderful person. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Mary Lou Hardesty
October 8, 2013
Sorry to hear of Harriet's death. She was one of my best friends at West Lafayette High School, class of 1949. My sympathy to all her family.
Penny Bales
October 8, 2013
Mom, you will always be my light. I will carry you in my heart forever. Love always, Penny
Penny Bales
October 8, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Deckman-Bartley Funeral Home
October 6, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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