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Shirley Bailey Obituary

Circleville Shirley Joanne Bailey, age 86, passed away on December 12, 2025. Born February 21, 1939 in Pence Springs, WV to the late Joseph and Myrtle Bragg.

Shirley is preceded in death by husbands, Clyde Ward and Charles Bailey; children, Denzel Ward, Sherri Crosby, Regina Ward, and Larry Ward; grandson, Jesse Ward; and 4 sisters and 2 brothers. Shirley is survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and one great great grandson; close friend, Peggy and housekeeper, Amy; several nieces and nephews; close friends and neighbors. She lived a full life, she loved to travel whether it was a car trip, going to the beach or taking a cruise. Shirley also enjoyed shopping and was always looking for a good find whether that was good will or yard sale. She was a dedicated member of Turnpoint Church in Groveport. She will be missed by all her grandchildren and family many of whom affectionally called her Nannie. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 18 from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm at Turnpoint Church in Groveport 7718 Groveport Rd. Interment will take place in the Obetz Cemetery. Shirley Bailey

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Published by Circleville Herald on Dec. 17, 2025.

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Dec

18

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Turnpoint Apostolic Church

7718 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125

Dec

18

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Turnpoint Apostolic Church

7718 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125

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O. R. Woodyard Co. Funeral & Cremation Services - South Chapel

1346 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43207

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