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Nettie BAILEY Obituary
Nettie was born to the late Benjamin and Gertrude Perry on June 24, 1935.
Nettie attended Newport News schools and graduated from Huntington High School in 1953. She attended Virginia State University for her freshman year. She transferred to Hampton Institute (now Hampton University) and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Biology and Mathematics in 1957. She earned her master's degree from Atlanta University. Nettie was a math teacher for 35 years. She started her career in Portsmouth, Va. She then relocated to New York and taught in the Westchester County school district. In 1963, she became one of two African American faculty members at Deer Park High School, where she was a dedicated teacher and mentor for more than 31 years. In her "retirement" years, Nettie taught at Saint Leo University, Fort Eustis, Va.
Nettie was a servant leader in her church and community. She was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Amityville, N.Y., and St. Lawrence of Canterbury Episcopal Church in Huntington, N.Y., where she was an active choir member. When she retired and relocated to Newport News, Va., she joined St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church. There she served as a member of the Daughters of the King, vestry, choir, and developed the Black History Month exhibits. She also participated in several activities at the diocese level, including the Ecclesiastes Committee. She served as a member of the Long Island (NY) Minority Educators Association, was a lifelong active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, member of the Huntington High School Alumni Class of 1953, the Hampton University Alumni Class of 1957, and the Hampton University Booster Club. She was a committed fundraiser for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.
Nettie's life is celebrated by her family including her daughters, Lisa Bailey and Vanessa Bailey Reed; son-in-law, Vincent Reed; granddaughters, Monet Felix and Jasmine Reed; sister, Marian Whitaker; brother-in-law, Howard Whitaker; cousins, Beverly and Katina Richardson; longtime friend, Jordan Kermit Wilson Sr.; "adopted" children, Erica Baker, Cheryl Knight, Chandra Patterson, and Robert White; a host of family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, at St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church. Inurnment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for Nettie BAILEY
Sponsored by anonymous.
April 3, 2020
Mrs Bailey was my math teacher at Deer Park H.S.. She was a caring, patient, inspiring and wonderful example for us all. I will always be grateful for her sincere kindness and after-school assistance, too.
May G-d bless you, Mrs. Baily, and your family.
K. Goldstein
Felicia Lerner
November 28, 2012
Oh my, I've always thought of Mrs. Bailey throughout the years but now had a moment to look her up and I'm truly heart broken to see that she has passed away. My condolences to her family. I had her as my Math teacher at Deer Park HS and because of her I graduated with a Math degree. I am truly grateful to have had her in my life as a result she has shaped my path and I will never forget her for that. She will always be missed and will be remembered in my heart.
Brian Schiel
November 26, 2012
Ms. Bailey was my calculus teacher at Deer Park High School in 1990. I just now learned of her passing. 22 years later I still tell a funny story from one of her classes. My condolences to her family and friends.
Susan Erickson
November 14, 2012
Mrs. Bailey was my algebra teacher at DPHS in 1969. She made math interesting and was a dedicated teacher. I have thought of her often during my graduate and post-graduate studies. My sincerest condolences to her family.
Bob Erickson
November 14, 2012
Nettie Bailey was my math teacher many years ago. She was kind, compassionate, understanding, funny, serious, patient, and immensely knowledgeable—hallmarks of a great teacher. She didn't command respect from students, they gave that willingly. She was an inspiration to me and helped to shape my eventual career. She is in my thoughts now because she always has been.
Dicl Nagle
January 20, 2012
I was privileged to teach with Nettie at Deer Park High School. She was an outstanding teacher and motivator of students. She was a caring teacher who made an impact on the lives of many students.
Suzette Betsill
January 17, 2012
Vanessa,
I saw first hand the love you shared for your mother. You were dedicated to her needs and put aside your own. God tells us to "honor our mother and father". Be Blessed. I will continue to pray a prayer for peace for you and your family. God has each of you in his hand and peace is in the mist.
Robert Brooks
January 13, 2012
I regret being late signing the guest book for Mrs. Bailey. I met and got to know her during several trips with VMW Guided Tours. She was friendly, sincere and a kind hearted person. It was great to meet and travel with her because of her outgoing personality. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. I will remember her and the family in prayer during these difficult times. She is gone from all of us who knew her but not forgotten.
January 10, 2012
We met Nettie at the Hampton Jazz Festival a few years ago. Since then, Nettie was gracious enough to secure for us the best seats during Festival events. She usually seemed concerned if we were happy with our seats. She must have forgotten the 'nose-bleed' seats we were getting before! We love how Nettie sincerely cared, even though she was doing US a great favor. What a sweet lady!
We will continue to pray with the family during this difficult time.
Charlie & Edith Isler, Durham NC
Karl Dailey
January 10, 2012
I was a student at Deer Park High from 69-72 --- Though I never had Ms. Bailey as a teacher, I remember her as kind and good hearted. Peace to her family.
Bishop Gurley, Chaplain H.H.S.A.A.INC
January 9, 2012
May the love and peace of God keep you and your family as our heart felt condolences are with each of you at the home going of Nettie E. BAILEY. Nettie E. BAILEY was love and bless by so many. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
Marjorie Lawrence
January 9, 2012
Late signing the guest book, but with sincere condolences to Nettie's family.
January 9, 2012
Lisa,
You are and have been in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if you need/want to talk. I am so sorry for your loss. God be with you in this tying time. Your friend, Angie Applegate
January 8, 2012
Lisa,
We just wanted send our condolences to you & your family. Lisa & I were very sorry to learn of the passing of your mom, Nettie Bailey. We are keeping you, Lisa, & your family in our prayers & thoughts. You have had a verying trying year, we hope that strength serves you & your family in this time.
Dave & Lisa Solomon, Silver Spring, MD
Helen Gielarowski
January 8, 2012
Ms.Bailey was AMAZING! Her smile & laugh could light up a room..her "old school" ways is what got most if us through senior year...she made us feel like we were home..
RIP Ms.Bailey ...thank you for everything ...xoxo. Helen Gielarowski
Patricia Dailey Rosen
January 7, 2012
I was a student of Mrs. Bailey at Deer Park High School and have very fond memories of her. She was a model for her students as well as an educator and impacted our lives in ways that continued to bear fruit long after our school days were over. I am sorry to hear of her passing. Please accept my condolences. Patricia Dailey Rosen (Lafayette, IN)
Keith Shelton
January 7, 2012
Mrs. Nettie Bailey was not only a great teacher she was a great person. The world is a better place because she was able to teach so many. She will always be my all time favorite at St.Leo. My heart felt condolences to her family.
Elaine Allen
January 7, 2012
Ms Bailey was my math teacher. She always brought out the best in her students. She was a great inspiration to all. RIP
Constance Lambeth Brown
January 7, 2012
I am truly sorry to hear of the death of Nettie, we both graduated from Huntington High School Class of 53, she was one of our brightest students and a great friend. She will be greatly missed, My condolences to the family.
craig zabransky
January 6, 2012
Bailey Family,
I had Ms Bailey for pre-calc; she definitely made the class as much entertaining as educational. It's always easier to learn with a smile.
I am sorry for your loss.
Craig
DPHS '91
Bob Sinclair
January 6, 2012
Nettie was one of my Math Teachers in Deer Park. It is a sad time to lose her and also Frank Ugenti. They were both great teachers and role models. Nettie will be remembered by me and many others. She was a great person as well as a teacher. Anyone you could talk to could only say something nice about her.In fact, I will miss her as a friend and fellow teacher.
My best to her family, friends and fellow educators.
Leshia Murray
January 6, 2012
Dear Vanessa, Lisa, and Family,
I just received the phone call today about Mrs. Bailey. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. As you know your Mom was very special to me and I am truly going to miss her. She was an inspiration to me. She took me under her wings and loved me with no strings attached. I am going to miss her laugh, smile, and most of all her beautiful heart. With deepest regards. Leshia Murray and Family.
Taryna Wood
January 6, 2012
My deepest condolences on your loss. I had your mom for a math teacher in Deer Park and she truly was the best.
Taryna Wood
DPHS Class of '90
keith mciver
January 6, 2012
i didn't have Ms. Bailey as a teacher in Deer Park but she touched me in other ways. she always had a positive message and a smile that let you know she really cared about you. she will definetly be missed.
Sonya Thompson
January 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out Vanessa Bailey Reed and family during this loss of your Mom. She was a blessing to know and I enjoyed the times we shared. May GOD provide all the strength you need during this time. Love you
Mary Helen Baker
January 6, 2012
Vanessa and Lisa, my family and I are very happy to have known your mother. Nettie had a "sweet sweet" spirit.She was always lovong and kind when we visited with her. I am so thankful she was a mother to my daughters, Chandra and Erica. We will truly miss her.
Gloria Marshall
January 6, 2012
Lisa and family - you have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the wonderful memories of your loving Mother help sustain you. May the Lord Bless you all.
Rev. Alicia Carpenter
January 6, 2012
Dear Lisa, Vanessa and Family, Our sincere and deepest sympathy to you all. May our God of comfort and strength, bless and keep you. You are in our prayers. Mercy & Blessings, Alicia, Maurice & James (Yonkers, NY)
Deanna Barrett-Hannah
January 6, 2012
Lisa, please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your mom. It's good to know that God blessed you with such an amazing mom. I know she is resting comfortably in heaven. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you. God Bless you and your family.
Scott McDonald
January 6, 2012
Mrs. Bailey was truly a blessing to me. Now that she has gone home, I want to briefly how she impacted this father of three.
As an African American Student in the early 80's, I remember her kindness, quick wit and willingness to listen and provide guidance. Teaching Calculus she reinforced by her mere presence the fact that I too could get my bachelor's degree in Mathematics. She encouraged me to attend Morehouse College and 30 years later I have a son attending Morehouse. I am eternally grateful to Mrs. Bailey and I thank God for placing such an angel in my life, in Deer Park, NY. Be blessed in Jesus' name and rest in Peace Mrs. Bailey.
Eternally Grateful.
DPHS Class of '82
Marilyn Bridgette
January 6, 2012
Mrs Bailey,
I will miss our converstions about who went to the best school - HOWARD or hampton. I promise to ensure that Monet goes to a good school as well as keep an eye on Vanessa(:o).
Steven Cooper
January 6, 2012
We are terribly sorry to hear of the passing of Nettie Elizabeth Perry Bailey. We are all thinking about Lisa, her family and keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. We know that Lisa is a very strong woman and we admire her very much for that. We hope that strength serves her and her family now in their time of need. Steven W. Cooper
Maria (Miccio) Robertson
January 6, 2012
I had Mrs Bailey as a teacher in high school. I remember her being kind and always willing to help me. I am sorry for her families loss. May she be resting in peace.
Monika Walters
January 6, 2012
I LOVED my calculus teacher "Miss Bailey". She was the quintessential high school/college math teacher in Deer Park (back in the 80's). May her spirit live on with the future math teachers of tomorrow.
Howard Roever
January 6, 2012
Mrs. Bailey was a blessing to so many lucky students at Deer Park High School. May God rest her soul and grant all who knew and loved her the peace of knowing that she has gone home to be with God.
Clintonia Weekes Weekes
January 6, 2012
To the Bailey Family,
My heart and prayers go out to you. I pray the Holy Ghost strengthens you during this time. Ms Bailey was such a positive influence on me in high school. She was one of the few teachers that actually cared, and for that I am eternally greatful....... Be encouraged.
Bob Marakovits
January 6, 2012
I had your mom as my math teacher in the mid 1970s at Deer Park HS. I was badly behaved in her class but she never stopped trying to get thru to me. And while I did not show her the proper respect at the time, I felt her support and a bit of Ms. Bailey always stayed with me. RIP
Kwam Dow
January 6, 2012
My deepest condolences go out to the family of Ms. Bailey (as I knew her).
I was a student at Deer Park High (Class '91) and while I was never fortunate enough to have Ms. Bailey as my teacher she did serve as my mentor. As one of the only African American teachers in the Deer Park School District in the late 80's and early 90's Ms. Bailey was an example of excellence for us to look up to. I remember going to her to discuss wanting to start a club/group for minorities at DPH and asked if she would be our adviser. Without hesitation she said yes and from there the African American Student Alliance was founded.
It wasn't until I read this Celebration of Life did I realize that not only was Ms. Bailey my mentor but she was also my sister (Delta Sigma Theta) as I am a member of Omega Psi Phi. Ms. Bailey you meant so much to so many especially me.
You will always be loved and missed.
Kwame Dow
DPH Class ‘91
January 6, 2012
Lisa, I just wanted to send heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Although I knew your mother was a great women as exemplified through you her daughter, but reading her many accomplishments confirmed what a contribution and legacy she has left. I am proud of her as a woman and a Soror.
We pray that God will continue to give you and your Sister the strength you have exemplified getting through the trying times you have experienced this past year.
Allard and Mary Hines, Fort Washington, Maryland.
January 6, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious Mom. I know you were close to her and she will be missed by all of your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary Revels (DuPont)
STEPHANIE BROWN
January 6, 2012
I WIIL MISS YOUR MOM I MET HER WITH YOUR AUNT MARIAN. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
Teresa Davis
January 5, 2012
Vanessa, Lisa, I remember your mother was such a strong and positive person when I was growing up. I thank God that she is in His faithful embrace now and I pray that His comfort will be with you and the rest of her family and friends.
January 5, 2012
Vanessa, Lisa, and the girls, Your Mom has been such a loving and giving part of our lives. Continue her legacy with your shared memories of her; she's irreplaceable. Be blessed.
Jodie and Phyllis James
Woody & Teresa Dorsey
January 5, 2012
Lisa, Vanessa, Monet and Jasmine.
We will miss Nettie so much. She fought the fight and was an inspiration to all of those she knew and loved. We are saddened.
January 5, 2012
Nettie and I worked on numerous church projects together and she was always so positive. She had a loving word for everyone. Special blessings and condolences to Vanessa, Lisa, Monique and Jasmine. Thanks for sharing Nettie with us. Thanks be to God.
Mary White
January 5, 2012
I am so glad to have had such a beautiful woman cross my path in life. She will be missed so much. I thank GOD for allow her to share some time with us.
Love
Robert White Jr.,Aja' and Mary
Pam Frazier-Woodard
January 5, 2012
"Mama Nettie" I know you are in a better place and I know you are an angel watching over all of us. You will be missed. Love you. Pam & Tyler
Ann Knox
January 5, 2012
Lisa, Vanessa and Marion,
your mom and sister and I have known each other for a very long time. Even when she lived in New York, I visited. She was a lovely person and a good friend and I will miss her very much and I know you will as well. May God watch over you and the family and help you through this. Love you all.
Calvin Downing
January 5, 2012
The family doesn't know me but Nettie was a dear friend in high school and I want to express my condolences to them. Rest in peace dear Nettie and may God's abiding love comfort all of you who she leaves behind.
Norene Richardson
January 5, 2012
To God be the glory. God called his angel home and now she is rejoicing at her new place of residence HEAVEN is the address. Just know Nettie is gone but never forgotten. Just hold to God unchanging hand and he will see you through all thing.
Love from Norene, Junnie, Tasha and Marshey Richardson
William Knox
January 5, 2012
GOD Bless you Nettie. Be at peace now. You will be truly missed. Thank you for being such a good friend to my mother. We love you.
Patricia Jones-Kleckner
January 5, 2012
Vanessa, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May GOD be with your family at this time of sorrow. Take care of yourselves and always remember the times you all shared.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
January 5, 2012
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