WINCHESTER, June 14 – Ruby Ann Bailey, 80, of Winchester, formerly of Darlington Heights, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2011 in Winchester. She was the widow of William S. Bailey. She was a caregiver and loving mother.

She is survived by her children, Barbara Marion of North Vernon, IN, Sandra F. Bailey of Manassas, Charles K. Bailey of Ware, MA, Mary E. Tarman of Columbia, MD, Daisy M. Carroll of Louisville, KY, and Joyce E. Hoffman of Winchester; 14 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two children, Doris A. Bailey and Carol F. Bailey.

A graveside funeral service was conducted Saturday, June 11 at Spring Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Spring Creek Baptist Church, 918 Darlington Heights Road, Cullen, VA 23934.

The Shorter Funeral Home, Farmville, is serving the family. www.shorterfuneralhome.com