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Barbara Fritz Obituary
Barbara J. Fritz (nee Bailey), beloved wife of 52 years to the late William “Joe” Fritz. Loving mother of Joseph W. Fritz and Byrnes A. (Julie) Fritz. Caring Grandmother of Collin R., Kaitlyn M., and Benjamin M. Fritz. Daughter of Emaline Bailey and the late Willard Bailey. Sister of Wanda Bailey, Linda (Danny) Koller, Diana (Steve) Griffith, Brenda (Jeff) Landacre, Mark (Diane) Bailey, sister-in-law Darlene Bailey and the late Don Bailey. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and her beloved dog Gege. Barbara was a manager at G.E. for 32 years. Passed away June 14, 2024, at the age of 72. Visitation will be held Friday, June 21, 2024, at Hodapp Funeral Home 8815 Cincinnati-Columbus Rd. (Rt. 42) West Chester, OH 45069 from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon.
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8815 Cincinnati Columbus Rd, West Chester, OH 45069
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