Barry "Worm" Tolbert

Barry "Worm" Tolbert obituary, Paoli, IN

Barry "Worm" Tolbert

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226 West Campbell Street, Paoli, IN 47454

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Barry Tolbert Obituary

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Barry graduated from Orleans High School with the class of 1975 and was a member of Bethel Community Church

Barry spent many years working alongside his father at the Orange County Locker Plant, where he gained valuable experience and built lasting memories. He later joined Norman Brim Excavation, where he learned to operate heavy equipment and drive trucks. Throughout his career, Barry worked for several companies, including Mike Burton (Burton Seed), Infrastructure Incorporated, and eventually retired from Scott Daugherty Trucking. Barry had a passion for farm work, enjoyed attending auctions, and treasured the time he spent with his family.

Surviving:Mother:Thelma Tolbert Orleans, INDaughters. Amanda Roach (Ronnie) Orleans, INOlivia Phillips (Dillon) Orleans, INBrotherLarry “Wid” (Tammy) Tolbert Orleans, INSisters:Sandi Compton Orleans, INSusie Schmidt Orleans, INSister-in-law Sherri Tolbert Paoli, INAlso surviving Barry are Grandchildren Derek (Hannah) Roach, Lindsay Roach, Leah Roach, Daniel Roach, Liam Phillips, Lylah Phillips, Lawson Phillips and Lincoln Phillips.Visitation will be held at Dillman Scott Funeral Home, 226 West Campbell St, Paoli, IN on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 3:00 – 6:00 PM and Thursday, Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM also at the funeral home. Cremation to follow with interment to be held at a later date at the Bethel Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

5

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3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Dillman Scott Funeral Home

226 West Campbell Street, Paoli, IN 47454

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Mar

5

Funeral service

6:00 p.m.

Dillman Scott Funeral Home

226 West Campbell Street, Paoli, IN 47454

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