COLERAIN, Ohio — The Colerain community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Barbara Wooten, 70, who tragically passed away Monday evening following a head-on crash on Pippin Road. Wooten was transported to Mercy West Hospital after the collision but succumbed to her injuries, leaving behind family, friends, and neighbors who cherished her presence.
Barbara was a devoted family member, a kind neighbor, and a friend to many in the Colerain area. Her warm smile and generous spirit brightened the lives of those around her, and her laughter could lift the heaviest of hearts. She will be remembered not just for the life she lived, but for the countless ways she touched the lives of everyone she met.
The crash occurred around 7:30 p.m., prompting authorities to close Pippin Road for several hours while the scene was secured and investigated. Two others involved in the collision were hospitalized, and the Colerain Police Traffic Safety Unit continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Barbara’s passing is a profound loss to all who knew her. In this time of grief, the community is rallying around her loved ones, offering support, prayers, and memories to honor her life. Her legacy of kindness, love, and generosity will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched.
Family and friends are encouraged to celebrate her life, hold her memory close, and lean on one another for comfort. While the circumstances of her passing are tragic, Barbara Wooten’s life remains a testament to love, compassion, and the connections we make with others every day. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.
