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Charles H. Bailey Jr. NORFOLK - Charles H. "Uncle Buddy" Bailey Jr., 78, passed away peacefully Nov. 9, 2009, while under the wonderful care of the staff at Sentara Leigh Hospital during his final days. He fought a courageous battle with cancer. Uncle Buddy was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Bailey. He served his country in the U.S. Navy, retired from NORSHIPCO and attended Spring Branch Church. A visitation will be held Friday, Nov. 13, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Norfolk Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Special "Thanks" are given to the neighbors and friends of Camilia Gardens who offered their love and support. Uncle Buddy will be missed by all who knew him, especially his loving niece and caretaker, Patricia Stearns. You may offer condolences at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 11, 2009.

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Jeff Hannah

November 21, 2009

Although it has been many years since I last saw Charlie I think of him often. I first met him 25 years ago at Norshipco, I was a 23 year old planner and Charlie was an old salty buyer, he scared me every time I had to call him. He taught me so much those early years. After working with for a few years, I learned what a nice man he was, he forced me to learn and now I am the Manager of the purchasing department he once work in. I can still see him at his desk every time I pass by. I am sorry to hear of his passing. God bless you all.

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