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Remembering Ross Bailey, owner of RJB Produce, Inc.
It is with a deep sadness that we announce Ross James Bailey, a loved and cherished husband, father and friend, passed away on February 16, 2025, at the...

It is with a deep sadness that we announce Ross James Bailey, a loved and cherished husband, father and friend, passed away on February 16, 2025, at the age of 64.
Ross was owner of RJB Produce, Inc., BB #:288946, Visalia, CA, where he managed sales and marketing. He spent 40 years in the produce industry, also working for Voita Citrus, Sequoia Orange, Cal Sales, Cal Citrus, Cecelia Packing, and Sunkist.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business and Management from California Polytechnic State University in 1984.
Ross was born on October 28, 1960, in Reedley, CA, to Jim and Nadine Bailey. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Bailey and children, Jimmy Bailey, Brooklyn Bailey, Jackson Bailey, and sister Tootie Bland.
Funeral service for Ross will be held Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:00AM at The Gateway Church, 1100 S. Sowell St, Visalia, CA 93277.

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