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Leslie Lee Bailey VIRGINIA BEACH - Leslie Lee Bailey, 66, passed away Oct. 14, 2008, in a local hospital. Mr. Bailey was the husband of the late Mary J. Bailey. He was a lifelong resident of Virginia, and retired from the International Longshoreman's Association after 35 years as a crane operator. He was a very generous man who will be deeply missed. He was well known and loved by his Oceana neighborhood. Mr. Bailey was a die-hard Redskins fan. Survivors include his goddaughter, Kelley Freeman and a grandson, Bailey Freeman, both of Norfolk. Services will be held at a later date. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 16, 2008.

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Nick and Paula P

October 16, 2008

Butch you will be missed. Thank you for always being there to help us out, chat on the front porch, and make us laugh! We love you! P.S.- Say hello to my mom!
Nick and Paula

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