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Christy Bailey

1967 - 2015

Christy Bailey obituary, 1967-2015, Denver, CO

Christy Bailey Obituary

Christy Lyn Bailey, of Broomfield, died June 12, 2015, with her family by her side. Christy was born May 1, 1967, in Houston and grew up in states across the U.S. After earning a bachelor's in journalism and an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Christy moved to Denver. In 2002, Christy left her corporate job and joined the Peace Corps, where she served in Honduras. Once back in Denver, she pursued her passions of teaching and writing. She earned an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts in 2011, taught creative nonfiction writing at University of Denver and Regis University, taught writing to homeless children and was a writer in residence at Children's Hospital. Christy also wrote a memoir about her path to self-acceptance after losing her hair to alopecia areata. With her quick wit and adventurous spirit, Christy made lifelong friends wherever she went, whether completing marathons and triathlons, hiking fourteeners, working in Honduras or sharing her voice at Lighthouse Writers Workshop in Denver. She traveled to 19 countries, wandered ancient ruins, and encountered wildlife from sloths and anteaters to pink dolphins. She was fearless and even went on a successful search for anaconda. Like a tropical flower herself, Christy stood out for her colorful headscarves, even before she was diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer in 2012. A master storyteller, Christy shared her IBC experience with a growing audience of devoted online readers, revealing the challenges of her treatments and celebrating every reprieve - and above all, embodying bravery, gratitude, compassion and love. Christy loved Cinco de Mayo and a mean margarita. Next time you have one, raise your glass to her. She is survived by her parents, David and Margaret Bailey; sister, Melanie (Glenn) Lewis; beloved nieces, Lindsey and Grace Lewis; numerous relatives; and hundreds of friends around the world. A celebration of Christy's life will be held July 11 from 1-4 p.m. at Lighthouse Writers Workshop, 1515 Race St., Denver. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Christy's name to Lighthouse via www.lighthousewriters.org or to IBC research through www.theibcnetwork.org.

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Published by www.denverpost.com on Jun. 21, 2015.

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Karen Main

June 15, 2020

My dear friend: I miss you constantly, and I feel your energy and your support with me, especially when I need it the most, so Im grateful for that.

Corinne Lincoln-Pinheiro

June 25, 2019

Will love and miss you forever, my dear sunflower.

Valenda Newell

December 21, 2016

PRAYERS and BLESSINGS

June 25, 2015

Many thoughts are with your family. Christy sure touched many people in her life and definitely lived her life to the fullest. Sounds like she packed many things into a short amount of time while on this earth. Let the light guide your way, keep all of the memories as you go. Mark Wehde, Janet, Coleen & Sydnee @ State Farm

June 25, 2015

Dear Christy: May your flight as spirit now be into a joyful, wondrous world of light and comfort. My best wishes always! Lindy Shultz

A dancing moment!

Valerie Wolff

June 24, 2015

It is hard to accept that Christy is no longer with us, although she's been so open about all she's going through with the treatment, it just wouldn't want to sink into my mind that she might be leaving us too soon. I've been looking through the photos with her while we were both in the Peace Corps and living together in Amapala. She was my mentor, she taught me so many life-skills there, and she's continued doing so. I've missed our long chats, funny and witty remarks and the energy of being around her, and now it's hard to accept that we won't have a chance to share some beautiful moments together again. My heart is heavy and it's hard to find any comfort. I hope that time will somewhat heal the pain - my condolences to her family & all her other friends.

L M

June 22, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Roberta Ekleberry

June 22, 2015

i had the honor of meeting Christy when I visited Corri in Honduras. In that short time her smile and great personality left a lasting impression on me. She will be missed but her memory will live on forever.

June 22, 2015

We are sorry to learn of the passing of Christy, but grateful for her service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Honduras.

Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association

Kathy & Tom Carpenter

June 21, 2015

Margie & Dave,,
When we think of Christy we cant help but think about the happy times we had spending time with Christy and you guys. We know how proud you were of her, her life accomplishments, and the love and support you provided to her during her Illness.
Christy was special, she touched the life of a lot of people..... she will be missed.

karen main

June 21, 2015

Christy's spirit shines on. She has made me a better person and I am so blessed to have known her.

Willard and Kay Jones

June 21, 2015

David and Margie,

We are very sorry for your loss. Losing a child has to be the worst pain in the world. Our prayers and thoughts are for you and the rest of Christy's family and for her friends.

Katherine ells

June 21, 2015

As I stand leaning against the railing of the Ventnor Boardwalk at sunset, I think of how much I enjoyed cousin Chrity's visits/walks/( with mr. Energy, Tomas), bike rides, and even Peppar dirty martinis by the bay here in in south Jersey. My cousin lived life to the fullest and I aspire to her level of vim, vigor, happiness and unbridled energy!

Laura Sullivan

June 21, 2015

An amazing person recently became an Angel. Rest in peace.....A life "Well done".

Sue Silverman

June 21, 2015

Christy, I am so honored that you were one of my writing students at Vermont College of Fine Arts. That semester we spent working together remains very precious to me...just as you will always remain precious to me. It means so much to me that we got to see each other one last time at AWP. You are loved and missed by so many. Sue Silverman

Maria Boucher Roark

June 21, 2015

My condolences to her family and friends.

Corinne Lincoln-Pinheiro

June 21, 2015

It was truly an honor sharing part of this life with such an amazing spirit. The lessons, love, memories with stay with me forever. I miss you, my love. My deepest condolences to the Bailey family for your tremendous loss.

Diana

June 21, 2015

Christy was truly an inspiration, not only to me but many others too. I was fortunate to train for and compete in a triathlon with her. Even with everything she encountered, she remained positive. I miss you Christy Bailey. You are a bright shining star.

Rebecca Snow

June 21, 2015

You were a wonderful blessing to me and so many others, Christy. I won't forget your courage, support, inspiration, and beautiful smile.

Ginny Mason

June 21, 2015

On behalf of the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation, I want to offer condolences. I was blessed to know Christy via the internet and even though we never met face to face, her spirit shined through her words. She will be missed by all her inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) sisters. my heart is with her family in this huge loss.

Anna Maria Vassilion Chaney

June 21, 2015

My deepest condolences to Christy's family and her many friends around the world. I pray for comfort as we grieve this deep loss and celebrate her remarkable life. What a beautiful picture this is of true beauty!! I recall as roommates at UNC in the 80's, Christy and I spent considerable time perfecting our outward appearance, often joking and lamenting our quest for "the natural look." Young and naive were we to think that natural beauty could ever come from the outside. Ironically, in the end, you, Christy Lyn Bailey, are truly a "Natural Beauty" radiating from the inside out and captivating us all. Your memory will remain eternal through your written word, our cherished memories, and loving hearts....Until we meet again, Anna

Sjheila Wright

June 21, 2015

I've followed your brave journey ever since I met you at Lighthouse. You wrote and shared the emotions of many of us. Rest in peace.

Sally Hurwitch

June 21, 2015

Christy touched so much lives, through her friends, friends of friends, family of friends. Clearly a very special and well loved soul. Her body rests. Her light shines on.

Leslie Stevens

June 21, 2015

Christy, you are a friend of my friend, Sara Hurwitch, and through her, I know what an amazing light you shine. God bless and rest in peace.

Cindy Lord

June 21, 2015

The Christy I knew came over to babysit me and sometimes her sister did too. I remember always being eager for my parents to go because that would mean a Bailey sister would come! Christy and I would eat pudding, munch on popcorn and watch tv. She would tell me stories at bedtime and my mental image of her from that time is mainly of her smile. Always bubbly and enthusiastic when she came over, I remember her being willing to do any silly thing I wanted to do. How lucky I am to have had those experiences. My heart goes out to all her family and friends...

Beth Giambra

June 20, 2015

What an amazing and kind woman. I am truly grateful our lives crossed paths. I think of her often, and I am praying for her family and friends.

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