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Kenneth Bailey Obituary
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BAILEY, Kenneth L. of Tipp City, Ohio passed away on January 10, 2008. Law was his passion. An ACTEC Fellow, he was drawn to the complexities of estate planning. He brought enthusiasm and excitement to the puzzles of his clients' needs and devoted his life to helping them. A big thanks goes to his loyal office staff for their long years of service. In his 50 years of practicing law, he had the honor to work with many colleagues in this field and affiliated professions. He admired them and enjoyed their camaraderie. The lunchtime Round Table at The Bicycle Club was especially dear to his heart. His life's second passion drew from his roots growing up in rural Auglaize County, Ohio. A tree enthusiast, he studied rare and unusual specimens. When feasible, he brought them to the 27 acre arboretum that he and his wife of 45 years, Barbara Studebaker, designed at their home. Ken's family included children Heather and Grant and their spouses Frank and Lesley. Grandchildren are Connor, Quentin and Brooke. The caring nurses of Hospice of Dayton are owed heartfelt thanks for their work. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at The Schuster Center's Wintergarden atrium, downtown Dayton, OH, on Friday, January 18. Clients, friends and family are welcome. Informal visiting time begins at 3:30. At 5:30, we will gather to share memories of Ken's life. Memorial contributions can be made to Heifer International, P.O. Box 8058, Little Rock, AR, 72203.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Bailey
Dan and Gayle Manson
January 19, 2008
Sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Will remember the times of planting and replanting his trees and working on his car. Gayle remembers the times of organizing his shirts and cleaning up.
Faithfully yours always,
Jennine Catau
January 17, 2008
Dear Barbara, Heather, and Grant,
My condolences to you. As I read through the words of your friends and associates I am struck by how much Ken and your family mean to many. As a family member who has not been close over the years, I believe I have erred in not developing a stronger relationship. However, I have childhood memories of time spent on the Bailey farm and the fun of being with my cousins, and I hold these memories very close.
I will speak here for my father, Roger Bailey, and my stepmother, Irene Bailey, also my mother, Pera Shappell, and I will tell you how lovingly Ken was spoken of to me of times when he was a "cuddly" toddler to a loved and respected adult.
My thoughts are with all of you.
Herbert L. Braverman
January 17, 2008
Barbara,
Ken and I enjoyed so many wonderful times in Miami at the Heckerling Institute and at ACTEC meetings around the nation; I will miss his wit and wisdom and I join you in grieving for his loss.
Herb Braverman
Stull Implement
January 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May all of the wonderful memories of Ken help you through this time of sorrow.
All of us at Stull Implement &
Jason and Amber Stull
Ellen Cotterman
January 15, 2008
Dear Barbara and Heather,
I am in Florida and Stan called to tell me of Ken's passing. I'm so sorry that you are suffering this loss. We will all miss Ken's jovial interpretation of life.
Fondly,
Ellen Cotterman
Andy Ratliff
January 15, 2008
Barbara,
I am very sorry for your loss. Ken was a very special person who helped my family through both good times and bad. My family offers our deepest sympathy to both you and your family.
Trish McKinney
January 15, 2008
Heather, My heart goes out to you and your family, in this difficult time. You are in my prayers. Love, Trish
Lori Spencer
January 14, 2008
Dear Barbara, Heather and Grant,
Ken was a great neighbor and we will surely miss him "on the hill." His love of a good pie, a nice glass of wine and the world around him will be held in all of our hearts. Perhaps most of all, we will miss his "full-body smile." You are in our thoughts. Love, Reed, Lori and Ethan Spencer
Rick, Andy & Jon Wygant
January 14, 2008
In the short time we have known Ken and Barbara we have come to appreciate their stength and kindness. They have been an example of how to handle adversity in life, but yet still appreciate the good things in life while facing that adversity. Our prayers will continue for Barbara as Ken now is at peace in a better place.
Catresa Carmack - Bourelle
January 14, 2008
Barbara, Heather & Grant,
We have many happy memories of Ken sitting in my parents kitchen and discussing life. We will miss him.
Karlene Rowland
January 14, 2008
Barbara,We were so sorry to hear about Ken. He was one of our favorite people. We have many pleasant memories of our dinners out with both of you. Karlene & Robert Rowland
Miriam Owen Irwin
January 14, 2008
My dear cousins,
One of the world's best story tellers has left this realm, and we will always miss his smiling face and shiny head. How wonderful that he got to see his arboretum vision take shape.
With loving thoughts, Miriam
Robert Wiseman
January 14, 2008
Dear Barbara,
Sincerest sympathy and condolences with the passing of Ken. What a joy to know him if only for a short time. I always remember with fondness the stay at your place and the occasional meetings over the last 5 years. A wonderful, positive person that will be greatly missed I am sure
Amy and David Stull
January 14, 2008
Dear Barbara Jo, Heather Jane and Grant,
I remember so many fun times with your Daddy and all of you, eating popcorn at Mom and Dad's, picnics,going swimming up at Uncle Bob's, seeing him the first time sleeping outside late at nite under a white sheet when it was sooo hot. Watching Ken pace around the "oval" office as he was thinking up his next plan of attack. So many memories come to me at this time. David has lost his "wartime buddy" at figuring out what to do in the next crisis. Ken use to make my head hurt at these meetings, listing to the two of them coming up with ideas and then how to make it work. David learned alot from Ken. He will be sooo missed.
Please Barbara, we will always be here for you, and you know that we are just a few miles away.
Heather and Grant, your Daddy was a great man who was loved and I and David will miss his smile and humor and pacing. My heart goes out to all of you and your families. We love you.
Jerrie V Smith
January 13, 2008
Barbara and family,
Remembering with you, Ken, so important to so many. He surely will be missed.
JV Products Company
Jerrie & Rae Ann Smith
Don & Bo Hall
January 13, 2008
Barbara, Heather & Grant,
You are certainly in our thoughts & prayers at this tough chapter of your lives, your entire family touched Bo & my life as Ken & I started our careers at the same time & we helped each other suceed, thanks for the memories!
JULIE & KEITH CRINER
January 13, 2008
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY.
LOVE YOU,
JUJU AND KEITH
Barbara Bailey
January 13, 2008
Your Favorite Wife, Barbara
Steve Stocker
January 13, 2008
Dear Barbara, Heather, and Grant,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your extended families.
In all the years I had the pleasure to spend time with Ken, he was always upbeat and made you feel like he cared about you as a person. I will miss his smile and kind words.
Steve and Karolyn Stocker
Jim and Janice Reed
January 12, 2008
Barbara and family,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you work through the loss of Ken who was such a special person in your lives. We remember him for his ready smile and cordiality toward us.
With Hugs and Peace,
Jim and Janice Reed
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