Linda V. Barfield

It is with love and celebration in our hearts, we announce the homegoing of Linda V. Barfield, who gained her wings on March 16, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 80. Linda was born on June 17, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, to her parents, the late William and Ella (Sparrow) McClain.

Linda was married to Mr. Perry Barfield for 59 years, and together they had a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and joy. She was a graduate of North High School in Columbus and worked at Mt. Carmel Medical Records before dedicating herself to caring for her three daughters full-time.

Linda was an active member of the Christian Valley Baptist Church, where she found comfort and community. She was known for her sassy personality, strength and resilience. Linda endured life’s challenges with grace and courage, always putting family first.

Linda is survived by her beloved husband, Perry, three daughters, Vanessa (Ronald) Jester, Monica (Pastor Donald) Fitzgerald, and Melissa (Dr. LaBronz) Davis, son, Randall (Sherri) Odom, twelve grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren. She will be forever loved by her three sisters, Cynthia (Woodrow) Hudson, Willie (Charles) Boyer, and Karla McClain, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A Visitation will be held at 11:00 AM, followed by a Homegoing celebration at 12:00 PM, on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Christian Valley Baptist Church, located at 3330 Scottwood Road. The interment will take place at Eastlawn Cemetery.
Linda will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She will be remembered for her strength, her kindness, and her unwavering love for her family. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute, and offer condolences to the Barfield Family, please visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com.