Barry Marshall Bales' Obituary
Barry Marshall Bales, age 64, of North Ridgeville passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at his home.
He was born in London, Kentucky and had been a resident of North Ridgeville for the past 40 years.
Barry was the operator and owner of Bales Construction Company.
He was a member of Cathedral of Life Church in North Ridgeville and enjoyed doing research, building boats, working on family projects, camping, hiking, fishing and spending time with his family. He was a master of all trades.
Survivors include his wife Debbie (nee Schifler), children, Amber Bales, Bryan Bales, Candice Bales, Bonnie Bales, grandchildren Jaden, Devin, Justice, Dawson, Grant, Carsen, Westin, siblings Joey Bales, Jeff Bales, Bruce Bales and Dean Bales and Mindy Shawver, mother, Mildred Bales, many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Bales.
Visitation will be on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10AM until the time of services at 12:00 PM at Cathedral of Life, 5375 Jaycox Rd., North Ridgeville. Rev. Mike Payne, Pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow at Ridgeville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions made be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org
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