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Donald Bailey Obituary

Bailey Donald Ward Bailey, age 66, of Marengo and Westerville, Ohio, died Sunday, February 28, 2016, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born on November 22, 1949, son of the late Francis S. and Mary Rolison Bailey. Don attended Westerville schools and graduated from the Carolina Military Academy in 1968. He was a Vietnam War veteran serving in the United States Army. Upon returning from the service, Don worked at Roush Hardware and John Evans Appliance in Westerville. He then purchased Spain's Appliance Store in Marysville which he operated for many years. He enjoyed his involvement in Marysville community events including the Balloon Festival. He loved spending time with his family and was a beloved uncle to his nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his parents and brother Scott Bailey. He is survived by his brother, Bruce (Jo) Bailey; sister-in-law, Margo Bailey; nephews, Seth (Kristen) Bailey and Brad (Heather) Bailey; nieces, Gretchen (Aviad) Cahana, Paige (Steve) Goslin, Quinn (Daniel) Dybdahl; great-nephews, Omri and Zeiv Cahana; and great-niece, Adaline Bailey. Private interment at Blendon Central Cemetery, Westerville. Arrangements by MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, Westerville. Friends are invited to share memories at www.morelandfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2016.

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Micki Caskey

March 3, 2016

I'll miss Don's laugh and sense of humor. He was one of the "good" guys. I'm sad this is the only way I have of paying my respects to him. I will keep Don in my thoughts, prayers, and memories.

RIP

Herb USMC

March 3, 2016

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A Vietnam Memorial

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CMA 1968

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J.C.

March 3, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. During hard times like this find comfort in your family and friends, and also remember the promise God made at 1Cor.15:26

Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC

March 3, 2016

God Bless.And A heartfelt Thank YOU, Donald for your service in Vietnam RIP..... And Semper Fi.

young

March 2, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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