Obituary: Barbara Ailport

Barbara Ailport

May 26, 1942 - May 23, 2025

Barbara Ailport passed away peacefully just days before her 83rd birthday after a courageous battle with cancer. A devoted mother, beloved grandmother, and cherished friend, Barbara was the heart and soul of her family—their guiding light and matriarch.

Barbara found joy in life’s simple pleasures: tending to her garden, watching hummingbirds dance through the flowers, and hosting family gatherings that brought everyone together in laughter and love. Her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry, with whom she shared 39 wonderful years of marriage, and by her son Randy. Together, Barbara and Larry created a home filled with love and friendship, surrounded by a community of family and friends who loved them deeply.

Barbara is survived by her sons, Shawn and Mark, and by all those whose lives she touched with her kindness and strength. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her.