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Violet Bailey Obituary

July 29, 1922 - Feb. 23, 2013
LAKESIDE - Violet "Maxine" Bailey, age 90, of Lakeside, MI, went home to heaven to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 23, 2013. Maxine was born July 29, 1922, in Culver, IN, to William and Mary Etta (Howell) Crossgrove, both of whom preceded her in death. Maxine married Robert Hall Bailey, the love of her life, her best friend and soulmate at the age of 20 in 1943. Together, Robert and Maxine had 16 children (blessings). Maxine is survived by her sons, Randy (Fran) Bailey of Knox, IN, and Douglas (Rita) Bailey of Kalamazoo, MI; daughters, Sharon (Lloyd) Miller of Kingsford Heights, IN, Lesley (Truman) Stepp of Portage, MI, Patricia (Dan) Combs of Three Oaks, MI, Christine (Mark) Veneklasen of Lakeside, MI, Janice (Rich) Brychta of New Buffalo, MI, and Tucson, AZ, Marcia (Peter) Rhode of New Buffalo, MI, Melody Bailey of Tuscon, AZ, Gloria Bailey of Lakeside, MI, Bobbi Freedman of Tucson, AZ, and Terri (Keith) Carlson of New Buffalo, MI; 30 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Iris Hyland of Culver, IN, Gloria Goble of Plymouth, IN, and Coleen (Buck) Hampshire; brother, William (Dee) Crossgrove of IN; numerous nieces and nephews. Maxine was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hall Bailey; children, Michael, Kent, Tina and Brian (twins), and Bailey; and grandsons, Gary Bailey and Rick Nelson. Maxine was a graduate of Culver High School in Culver, IN. Maxine loved working in her home and working with her husband in the garden and canning vegetables. She was a hard worker. She loved all who graced her back door, and had the gift of hospitality. Maxine enjoyed watching Dr. Billy Graham, Dr. Charles Stanley, Joyce Meyers, and "Everybody Loves Raymond." She played the piano and guitar. Maxine and her best friend, Mary Garrett, and sister, Iris Hyland, sang on the WLS Barn Dance Radio Show. She loved to collect antiques and enjoyed country music and the old Hymns of the Faith. Maxine truly bore the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Maxine was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Her children nicknamed her "Saint Maxine" and called her the "Proverbs 31 Woman." She was a woman full of love and compassion, faith and patience. She will be greatly missed but we'll see her again in Heaven. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her and in knowing her, we knew that her most important relationship was with her Lord, Jesus Christ. Maxine had a unique gift of seeing all the colors of God. She was a rainbow of humility, love and strength. She had a hope that never failed, her hope was in God. We celebrate Maxine's passing, for she is finally home in Heaven. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Maxine's life on Friday, March 1, 2013, at 12 noon at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens, Michigan City, IN, with Pastor Kevin Galloway officiating, and soloist Peter Bailey. To view guestbook, share a memory or leave condolences, visit www.Carlislefh.com.

Published by South Bend Tribune on Feb. 27, 2013.
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Dollahan Clan

March 7, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Dollahan Clan

March 7, 2013

Missing You Mom but will be seeing You soon!!! I Love You!!!
Sharon

March 7, 2013

i am very sorry to hear about your mother she is a very special lady. Janet Hampton Rose

March 6, 2013

I remember Maxine from my very youngest years. Our family (Hanson) visited your family often. Mom and your Mom were cousins and friends from childhood years until my Mom died in 1998. When Bob & Maxine were dating, my Dad took Bob to Culver to see Maxine because Bob wasn't old enough to have a Driver's License. Then Maxine introduced my Dad and Mother. And, as they say "the rest is history". Maxine was always sweet and kind. She didn't have an easy life, but I don't think she ever complained. She loved her family and she loved the Lord. One of these days we will be with her again in Heaven. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for the promise of life eternal with you. Love to the whole family, Cheryl Hanson

March 4, 2013

I will miss Aunt Maxine, but knowing that she is in Heaven, happy and whole and pain-free, reunited with loved ones who shared her faith in Jesus, brings comfort and peace, even joy.
To my cousins, I am sad for your loss.
Among my favorite memories are those few times shared with you and Aunt Max at Grandma Crossgrove's house in Culver.

With love,
Lyn Beltz Indianapolis, IN

March 1, 2013

I have fond memories of times spent with Maxine and her good friend, my Aunt Frances and all the Crossgrove family in Culver. Iris, Gloria, Colleen and all of your families my prayers are with you all.
Shirley Cote Ferguson

February 28, 2013

You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Maxine was a wonderful example of living a godly life, full of love and kindness.

Joyce DeBoer

February 27, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family

Cyndi Revis

February 27, 2013

I remember Maxine from my childhood, when I went over to play with her children. She always made me feel welcome. I praise her for the woman, mother, aunt, grand-mother, great-grandmother that she was. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Andrew Tarquino

February 27, 2013

To the family and friends of Maxine, I extend my sympathy. I will always remember her as a lady full of life and love for all. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor. She will be missed by all of us who knew her.

David Piper

February 27, 2013

Gram was truly a gift to the world! Her beautiful smile and light she brought to the world will be deeply missed!

Tina Myers

February 27, 2013

So sorry for those left behind that will greatly miss their mother, sister and grandma but rejoice in knowing that she is pain free and had her final journey to her heavenly home where you will all see her one day. She was a great lady.I loved her also. May Gods peace and comfort carry you all thru the days ahead. Love you all.

JoAnn & Andy Holt

February 27, 2013

I know you are now happy with your loving family that has gone on to Heaven before you and were waiting for you there. I love you!!!

Iris Hyland

February 27, 2013

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