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William Bailey Obituary
Age 76, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 21, 2012 at the Heartland Hospice House surrounded by his family.
Born in Newburgh, NY, Bill was the son of the late Rose (Moran) and William D. Bailey, Sr. He was a 1952 graduate of Salesianum School, a 1956 graduate of the University of Notre Dame, and a 1959 graduate of the University of Notre Dame Law School. While at Notre Dame, Bill joined the Marching Band and traveled the country. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #1477 which he joined while at Notre Dame.
Admitted to the Delaware Bar in 1960, Bill practiced law for 52 years, a majority of them as a partner for the Bayard Firm and its predecessor firms. He retired from there to spend his last years serving as of counsel at Biggs and Battaglia. In his lengthy legal career, Bill had the pleasure of wearing many different legal hats. He served as House Parliamentarian early in his career. Later on, he represented the State of Delaware Public Service Commission as rate counsel. He was best known for his work in eminent domain.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, James P. Bailey.
He will be dearly missed by his wife of 49 years, Dolores; his daughters, Mary Page Bailey of Wilmington and Hope Dammeyer and her husband, Erik of Newark; his son, Col. William D. Bailey III and his wife, Tana of Springfield, VA; and four grandchildren, Lily, William, Katherine and Grace.
Friends and family are invited to visitation on Friday, May 25 between 6 and 8 pm at Mealey Funeral Home, 2509 Limestone Road, Wilmington. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 10 am at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church, 10 Old Church Road, Greenville. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Salesianum School Music Department, 1801 S. Broom Street, Wilmington, DE 19802.
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June 15, 2012
MaryPage and family: Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dad. The great legacy of this loved man lives on in each of you. Remember this, those who live in the hearts of others never really pass away. You and your dad are in our thoughts and prayers. Pete Teague and family, Wilmington, DE.
Joanne Owens
May 25, 2012
To the Baileys: my deepest condolences on the loss of Mr. Bailey. I worked with him for over 17 years at Bayard. He was a kind thoughtful man that found a place in many of our hearts at Bayard.
Joanne Owens
John Manion
May 24, 2012
To Mary Page and the Bailey family: condolences from the Notre Dame Class of 1956 family --- we
have lost a wonderful Classsmate/friend, who will
always be be remembered for wonderful friendship
over the years since we shared some 60 years ago.
John Manion
Brenda Rayford
May 24, 2012
Mrs. Bailey and Family,
I will always remember Mr. Bailey as a kind and gentle man when I worked for him at The Bayard Firm. My prayer for you is that the God of all comfort continue to comfort you and give you strength to carry on. He will never leave or forsake you.
Prayerfully submitted,
Ed Ianni
May 24, 2012
My condolences and prayers to Bill's family. I lost contact with Bill years ago after my departure from ND. Bill and I traveled back and forth from Wilmington to South Bend as well as on campus. Bill was my mentor.
Ed Ianni ND '58 from New Castle
John Gaadt
May 24, 2012
My deepest condolences on Bill's passing. I knew him best for his tireless work on behalf of the Red Clay Valley Scenic Byway. Bill represented Mt. Cuba Center and I worked with the Delaware Nature Society as consultant and Steering Committee Co-Chair. Bill's involement was crucial to the success of the Byway planning process and I will always remember is wise, steady, calm guidance. His dedication went above and beyond as he continued with the effort long after his work with Mt. Cuba eneded. His enthusiasm, wit and reasoned advice will be greatly missed. I'll remember him fondly.
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