F. Lavinna Bayless

Lavinna Bayless, 97, of Gilbert, Arizona, formerly of Fairland, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024, at the Savana House in Gilbert.

She was born on February 17, 1927, in Rush County.   Lavinna was one of seven children born to James Frank and Ethel Marie (Patterson) Carpenter.  On April 16, 1948, she married Joel Harrison “Harry” Bayless, and he preceded her in death on June 5, 2009.

Lavinna is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Bayless of Gilbert, Arizona.

In addition to Harry, Lavinna was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Machelle Good; and son, Joel G. Bayless.

Lavinna graduated from Waldron High School in 1945.

She was a member of New Life United Methodist Church.

Lavinna retired from K&F Industries, where she was a bookkeeper.

She enjoyed reading and gardening.

Graveside services will be 1 pm Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at East Hill Cemetery, Rushville.

Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Online condolences may be shared with Lavinna’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.