Barbara Ann Foley

Barbara Ann Foley, 85, of Gahanna, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023. She was born January 8, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Clyde and Anna Mae (Scheibeck) Stewart. She was a 1955 graduate of Holy Rosary Roman Catholic High School. Barb retired from Boyd Benning & Associates law office. In her younger years, she enjoyed bowling and dancing. Family was important to her and she cherished the time that everyone was able to spend together. She and the love of her life, Jim looked forward to every year going to Ocean Isles Beach with “The Gang”. Barb was a devout Catholic and an active member of St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Parish where she sang in the choir. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James J. Foley; sister, Diane Miller; and her granddaughter, Shannon Foley. Barb is survived by sons, Michael J. “Mick” Foley, Thomas P. “Tom” (Sue) Foley and Joseph K. “Joe” (Tammy) Foley; beloved “Baba” to grandchildren, Casey (Tara), Patrick (Lanie), Jordan (David), Jake (Kristin), Jared, Jacob, Lucas, and Gabby; great-grandchildren, Cooper, McKenzie, Henry, and Macy; brothers, Mike (Carol) Stewart and Mark (Laurie) Stewart, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Bella Care Hospice for their compassionate care. Visitation will be held 3-5 p.m. Sunday, May 14, 2023 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Matthew, 804 Havens Corners Rd., Gahanna. Fr. Steve Carmody, Celebrant. A private entombment will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Matthew. To leave online condolences visit www.schoedinger.com