SEARS, Barry Theodore, 57, of Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2022 at his residence. Born August 4, 1964 in Cincinnati, OH to Curtis and Mildred (nee: Hale) Sears.

Preceded in death by his parents, he is survived by his wife of 2 years, Ericca (nee: Richmond) Sears of Lebanon, his brothers, Gordon Sears and Gary Sears(Pauletta) and his sister, Tammy Rankin(Randy)as well as his nephews and nieces, Alicia(Rob) Sollars, Aaron Rankin, Jessica Woodruff, James (Karen) Sears.  Barry also leaves behind many, many friends, fellow music lovers and followers of Barrysearsradio.  Barry will also be missed by his beloved dogs, Bipsy (aka Bippy) and Brutus.

Barry was the ultimate people person who never new a stranger and had a contagious smile.  His love for people, music, dogs and life were only superseded by his endless and unconditional love for his soulmate and wife, Ericca.  Their love for each other was evident to all who knew them and will continue to inspire everyone to love life, cherish every moment and believe in true love.  Barry's goal  everyday was to make people smile, so remember him with a smile and not with sadness.

A memorial visitation will be held on Monday, May 2, 2022 from 5 until 7 PM at the Oswald-Hoskins Funeral Home in Lebanon. Barry was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. Memorial donations are requested, in lieu of flowers, to the VA Hospital, 3200 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45220.