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Sheila Bailey Obituary
Born Oct. 20, 1948, in Bradford, Pa., she was the oldest of ten children born to Gordon and Geraldine Doriguzzi Stewart. On Aug. 30, 1969, she married David P. Bailey, who survives.
Sheila graduated from Bradford High School, class of 1966. She later worked for several insurance agencies in the area before her retirement. Her greatest joy and passion was spending time with her family.
In addition to her husband, Sheila is survived by five children, Daniel (Pamela) Bailey of Olean, Adam (Kristen) Bailey of Allegany, Shannon (Bill) Work of Portville, Amber (Keith) Pierce of Little Genesee, and Stefanie (Darby) Lavery of Cuba. She was the best mom and even better Nana to her grandchildren, Nick (Kate) Bailey, Abbey (Darien) Haight, Torie (Steve) Crowley, Alexandra (Jarret Ward) Work, Isabelle Bailey, Kali (Thomas) Calhoun-Mullen, Grace Pierce, Emily Pierce, Connor Whitney, Brayden Lavery, and Brynn Lavery; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Anna and Kallen Crowley, Peyton Scott, and Luxton Haight. Sheila is also survived by her siblings, Gary (Judy) Stewart, Glenn (Traci) Stewart, Gene (Ginger) Stewart, George (Cindy) Stewart, Carrie Kisko, and Michelle Faes; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents, and in-laws, Eugene and Fran Bailey; one sister, Valerie Stewart, and two brothers, Greg and Grant Stewart.
Friends will be received at the Guenther Funeral Home Inc., 51 S. Main Street, Portville on Saturday (July 8, 2023) from 10 a.m. to noon, at which time a memorial service will begin. Private burial services will be in Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Portville.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
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Lee and Connie Mittan
July 1, 2024
While it has been many years since we have seen Sheila and Dave, we were friends from the start. We were at their wedding on August 30, 1969 and on September 20, 1969 my wife Connie and I were married. If I remember correctly there were others of our group that were also married around the same time. That was our time and for the next 50 plus years, it was our time, creating our families and living our lives together. Even though over the years our contacts were few, we do miss Sheila and wonder, how in the world did she ever put up with Dave, sometimes there are only questions and no answers. Marriage is one of the most amazing gifts we could ever receive from our Creator. I know Dave and Sheila valued theirs.
Denny Jerome
July 9, 2023
So sorry for your loss, I will pray for your healing.
The Rogers family
July 6, 2023
Very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Clem and Mary Rogers
Eve Hartle
July 5, 2023
I am so sorry for the passing of Sheila. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband and family, Twerpie and all the Stewart family. May the Holy Spirit blanket you all with His peace and comfort as only He can. In Jesus Name. Amen.
Judd Bailey
July 5, 2023
So sorry to hear my heart goes to family she was the best may she RIP love you guys Judd
Martha Rhodes
July 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss, Dave. May all your great memories bring you peace.
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