Nancy E. "Ross" Bailey

Nancy E. "Ross" Bailey obituary

Nancy E. "Ross" Bailey

Nancy Bailey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Colvin Funeral Home - Princeton on Jun. 18, 2025.

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Nancy E. Bailey, 78, of Princeton, IN passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at home surrounded by family. She was born in Princeton, IN March 2, 1947 to the late Harlon and Mary (Corder) Ross. Nancy has lived in Princeton her entire life. She owned and operated her own salon for 45 years, Nancy's Hair Salon. Nancy was a member of First General Baptist Church most of her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Theda Rae "T.R." Vickers.

Nancy is survived by her son, Rob (Teresa) Harrell; sister, Anne (CT) Montgomery; brother, Richard (Marva) Ross; and grandchildren, Brianne, Brenden, Brett, and Marissa.

A memorial service will take place 2 PM Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Colvin Funeral Home with Brian Newton officiating. A graveside service will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Princeton, IN. Visiting hours will be held from 12 Noon until service time Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to Colvin Funeral Home, 425 N. Main St. Princeton, IN 47670. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Condolences may be left and memories shared online at colvinfuneralhome.com. The Colvin Funeral Home is honored to serve Nancy's family.

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