Photo courtesy of Rigby Harting and Hagan Funeral Home - Media
Media, Pennsylvania
Aug 5, 1929 – Dec 21, 2021 (Age 92)
Robert E Bailey (Bob) 92 of Middletown Township, Media Pa entered his eternal life with our Lord on Tuesday December 21st, 2021 with his wife and 2 of his sons by his side at home.
Bob was born in Philadelphia PA, August 5th, 1929 to Albert P Bailey and Alice Mae Detterline. Bob graduated from Frankford High in Philadelphia and after graduating, he went to work for Bell of Pennsylvania, now known as Verizon. He also attended college until he went into the Army . While in the Army, Bob attended Officers Candidate School and served as a Captain stationed out of the Pentagon. Upon discharge from active duty Bob returned to Bell of Pennsylvania and attended night school and obtained both a Bachelors and Masters Degree from Temple University.
During his career with Bell/Verizon, he held several management positions in Engineering and in the Headquarters Office. Bob retired in 1985 from Headquarters where he was the District Manager for Cost Results .
Bob was an avid reader and book collector and enjoyed golf. He was a member of Media Presbyterian Church.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by 2 grandsons, of Puyallup WA.
He is survived by his wife of 43 ½ years Rebecca W Bailey, 4 sons, Keith W Bailey (Deborah)of Puyallup WA, Bruce A Bailey (Sharon) of Ocean Park WA, Douglas R Bailey, Aston, PA , and William B Halverson, Media, PA He has 4 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren of Washington State. He is also survived by his brother, Albert G Bailey of Huntingdon Valley, PA and his sister Linda May Bailey of Drexel Hill, PA.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions can be made to Media Presbyterian Church Stephen Ministry or Samaritans Purse.
Arrangements by Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home 15 E. Fourth St. Media, PA 19063 www.haganfuneralhome.com
Read MoreWe were so very sad and sorry to find out that you had passed, Uncle Bob. Many great stories come to mind as your nieces and sister-in-law by Aunt Beck talked about you and her. We had to laugh, sometimes, even though the loss is heavy on our hearts. I know that you gave a lot to keep Aunt Beck with you as long as she had the strength. I would imagine that you showed the same strength.
Cindy
Lucinda Ridley
February 25, 2022 | Lemont Furnace, PA | Family
Dear Becky my thoughts and prayers to you Deepest sympathies on the death of your Beloved Husband Bob.
Marilyn Sarno
December 30, 2021 | Aston, PA | Friend
My Grandad was such a special person to me. He will be missed so much.❤
I always thought my Dad was the smartest man I ever knew, but Grandad was always a little quicker/wittier. R.I.P & I know my brothers will be smiling to see you.
Kyle Bailey
December 28, 2021 | WA | Grandchild
Bob was such a special man! I didn’t even know the half of everything he accomplished in his life. All I knew was what God allowed him to accomplish in Becky’s life as well as in their sons’ lives. I knew the kindness and gentlemanliness I felt when talking with Bob. He loved God and his family. He was a blessing to me and my family as well. Our love and prayers are with you for strength, wisdom and peace.
Keri Fernandez
December 27, 2021 | Miami, FL | Friend
Wonderful friend, enjoyed in MPC & Small Groups, sharing love of God and good humor, as military officers, at special car meets, as couples
Ed Ardis
December 27, 2021 | Media, PA | Friend