Tracy Barnes Obituary
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Walker Funeral Home - Walnut Hills Chapel, 2625 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati (45206). The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation, beginning at 11:00 am. Friends and family will gather to share memories, find solace in one another's company, and honor the legacy she leaves behind.
She will be laid to rest at Spring Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45232.
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Walker Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the Barnes family during this difficult time. Please call 513.251.6200 or visit www.HerbWalker.com for additional information.
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Tampala
January 18, 2026
To the Barnes family:
My deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences go to her husband, daughter, sons, and grandchildren during this difficult time. You all were truly her pride and joy, and I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared.
I was blessed to work with Mrs. Barnes at CCPA. She was always helpful, kind, and cheerful, consistently going above and beyond to support both teachers and staff. Her dedication and warm spirit made a lasting impact. Thank you for sharing her with us. She may be gone, but her memory and influence will never be forgotten.
Tampala Muhammad ( AKA Mrs. Black)
JASON W MCCOLLUM-SANCHEZ
January 17, 2026
I love you so much Tracy. Im praying for James chris Jeremy Jazzy your family. We will always speak your name and celebrate you. I am really going to miss you my beautiful friend
Marcella Miller
January 16, 2026
Tracy was a bright light in my life when she work at 5/3 bank. Her smile always warm my heart. Sending prayers and love to her family. Rest well my baby.
Tiffany Williams
January 16, 2026
Proverbs 10:7
"The memory of the righteous is a blessing." I was blessed to work with Tracy while at CCPA. She was my Gemini buddy with our bdays 1 day apart. We both took joy in claiming the Month of May as ours. She will be missed by me and many others on Earth however her memories, loving and fun spirit, and smile will be cherished forever. Condolences to the family and loved ones. Tiffany Williams
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Kathleen Joiner
January 14, 2026
To James and the Barnes Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. I'm asking the Lord to surround you all with His love and blanket you with His Peace. Am keeping you all lifted up during this difficult time.
Kathleen Joiner
Pamela Carter
January 10, 2026
My condolences. I met her at Washburn. She was a nice person. I believe her children were students. I worked in the office. This is very sad to see.
Monique Campbell (Dudley)
January 9, 2026
Working alongside Tracy (Tray Tray) in the front office at CCPA was one of the true highlights of my time there. She brought warmth, patience, and a genuine love for people to everything she did-whether she was helping a student, greeting families, or simply brightening our mornings with her smile.
Even after we no longer worked together, her friendship remained steady and kind, a reminder of what it means to care deeply and to live with grace. Tracy had a way of making everyone feel seen and valued, and her memory will continue to do the same.
She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Love & Prayers to the family!
Dana Reyes (Dudley)
January 9, 2026
I will forever hold the memories in the front office with you and Jaz. Your way to fill the room with laughter will never be forgotten! My deepest condolences to Mr. Barnes and the entire Family!
Lauren (Henson) Mack
January 9, 2026
Sending love, prayers and condolences to the family. Mrs Barnes was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. My fave staff member at CCPA, always checked on me and my parents. You will be missed!! Lauren (Henson) Mack
Bryana Thomas
January 9, 2026
Mama Tra :( I don´t have many words as shocks continues to cover my presence but I know that I love you so much! Thank you for always being there for me and being the best work mom I could ever ask for! Thank you for the laughs, the comforting tears, trying different foods with me, and the best thing I will miss about you, your hugs! May God continue to watch over and bless your amazing family and thank you for sharing them with me! Oh and "what Cowas" (insider) lol! -Bry
Amey
January 9, 2026
As a new teacher at CCPA I met Tracy. She was such a light and always offered a laugh. She had nicknames for everyone...she called me "Mookie Poo" and I called her Tray Bae...I can still hear us laughing at each other every time we would call each other these names. Sending you all love and peace because to lose a light this great, is painful. May you find peace in her memories, stories, and may she always leave you signs that she is still with you!
Sheila Howell
January 8, 2026
With my deepest condolences to the family of Tracy Barnes. To her husband and children I have nothing but pleasant, respectful, and kind memories of your wife and mother. My prayers are sincerely with you, always. Tracy will always be loved and remembered. Peace be with all of you.
Alexis Kidd Zaffer
January 8, 2026
Mrs. Tracy was beautiful in all ways! I remember working with her here at the Neighborhood House. She was a powerful example for me and the young ladies she mentored here!
My prayers will continue for your family.
Ryan Craven
January 8, 2026
Words don´t even example how much of a Shining light you were and still are. Your energy could shift the room the moment you walked in. Your smile could make the toughest person crack lol. Nothing short of a jokester, you seem to always know what it took to lift everybody spirits up around you. I´m miss you Mrs. Barnesssssssss!
Detra Jett-Lewis
January 8, 2026
Mrs. Barnes was one of the kindest souls I´ve ever encountered. I met her during my years of volunteering at CCPA and she loved those babies! I´m so heartbroken by this. Many prayers being sent to the Barnes family.
Jenn Hautman
January 8, 2026
OMG!!! I cannot believe this! This physically hurts my heart! "Barnsey" was the sweetest, funniest, kindest person! She was the perfect person to welcome people when they arrived at CCPA! I was lucky enough to call her a friend and even after we left and went our separate ways I would still run into her and we would give each other the biggest hugs, catch up on life, and just laugh. I will truly miss her! Rest easy in heaven my dear friend
Jerrie Lewis
January 8, 2026
Mrs.Barnes was my daughter teacher at ccpa. She loved my daughter like her own, she will be truly missed. Sending my condolences to her family, a beautiful soul inside & out. May you rest in peace Mrs.Barnes
Karen Harrison-Tucker
January 8, 2026
I´m sending my sincere condolences to James, the kids and the family on the loss of such a beautiful soul.
Walter Wells
January 8, 2026
I'm truly saddened to hear about your passing. You were truly a light. Myself and my classmates are sincerely bereaved. Our thoughts and prayers for your family and everyone else that knew you. Rest easy lady. Job well done. Deepest condolences. CCPA ALUMNI C/O 05. .
Ariadne
January 8, 2026
Mrs. Barnes, thank you. Thank you for your hospitality, for treating me like a child of your own. Thank you for the laughs, your encouragement and love. Thank you for stepping in You are truly missed!!!!!
Jatoy
January 7, 2026
I love you soo much it was great to have you in our family I will be sure to continue to be beautiful just like you love you Jatoy Mathis give granny a huge hug for me this feels so unreal
Tare King
January 7, 2026
Mrs. Barnes, you will be missed dearly. You were in my life during a pivotal moment and encouraged and rooted me on everyday. When my head was low you reminded me with a hug and always wonderful laughter that it was okay to take a moment but to always and you did mean always never let it hang too low for too long. You´ll forever live in our hearts and I´ll be forever grateful that you were a big part of my life.
Victoria chatman
January 7, 2026
You going to be miss by many.heaven got a beautiful angel.
Valessia Walker
January 7, 2026
Tracy with the beautiful smile. That is who I remember. My prayers to the family that they always remember the smile.
My God give you day to day strength.
Toni Brooks
January 7, 2026
My prayers and deepest condolences to the family Tracy was such a loving & caring person to know her is to love her we go all the way back she will definitely be missed rest now friend .
Charlena "Cee" Calloway
January 7, 2026
My condolences to the Barnes family and friends of Tracy whom was a beautiful women inside and out. Rest in Paradise
Shannon Larissa Hill
January 7, 2026
Tracy you will be miss you will always be my TAFT HIGH SCHOOL BAND SISTER rest easy
Jackie Cobb
January 7, 2026
I still remember the days of seeing you in the halls of Taft High always smiling and laughing. Prayers for her family
Michelle Duncan
January 7, 2026
Michelle Duncan she will be missl
Love all you Barnes Family
Olikia Hill
January 7, 2026
Even though I never met this Beautiful Angel I´m sending my deepest condolences to her family and friends
Neil Hardy
January 6, 2026
My name is Neil Hardy, and I worked with Tracy, at the main 5/3 branch, downtown on 5th Street, from 1997-2002. Although I hadn´t seen her, in now 24 yrs, she was always in my thoughts. She was as funny as she was caring and matronly. Her departure stings, deeply, and I´m saddened that she´s no longer here. God bless Tracy and her family.
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