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Thomas Bailey Obituary

Thomas Lloyd Bailey June 19, 1939 - October 7, 2010 COLUMBUS, GA— Thomas Lloyd Bailey, 71, of Columbus, GA died Thursday, October 7, 2010 at St. Francis Hospital. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 11, 2010 in the Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, Macon Road Chapel, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, GA 31907 with Reverend Billy Duncan officiating and assisted by Reverend Andy Hines.Ê Burial will follow in Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Bailey was born June 19, 1939 in Calhoun County, FL the son of the late Samuel Lee and Bessie Lauramore Bailey. He had lived in Columbus most of his life and was a Roadway Express retiree. Mr. Bailey was a member of Beallwood Baptist Church and was very active in the Mission Columbus Ministry Program and The Helping hands program of Beallwood Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Peggy K. Bailey of Columbus; one daughter, Cindy Lawrence (Larry) of McDonough, GA; one son, Danny T. Bailey (Sherrie) of Columbus; five brothers, Clyde Bailey of Graceville, FL, Hayward Bailey (Charlotte) of Slocomb, AL,Ê James Bailey (Judy) of Graceville, FL, Bobby Bailey (Linda) of Hartford, AL and Donnie Bailey (Faye) of Slocomb, AL; two granddaughters, Melissa B. Yaun (Josh) of Columbus, GA and Tammy Middleton (Greg) of Wetumpka, AL, three grandsons, Adam Lawrence (Melissa) of Tallassee, AL, Matthew Lawrence of Tuscaloosa, AL and Josh Lawrence of Montgomery, AL; five great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, numerous family members and close friends. In lieu of flowers, those so desiring may contribute to The Helping Hands Ministry, Beallwood Baptist Church, 4650 Veterans Parkway, Columbus, Georgia 31904. For condolences and flowers visit www.shcolumbus.comÊ

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on Oct. 9, 2010.

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October 14, 2010

Peggy and family, we were so sorry to hear about Lloyd. He was truly a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew him. Our prayers are with all of you in the coming days. Love in Christ, Brad and Linda Corbitt

October 13, 2010

Aunt Peggy, Cindy, Larry, Danny & Sherrie, There are no words to express the pain in my heart that I feel for all of you. Uncle Lloyd was such a kind, wonderful, caring, loving & inspirational man to all of us. He touched & impacted so many lives. What a blessing he was. He is going to be dearly missed. Heaven has now gained a precious Angel. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you, bless you & comfort you now and in the days ahead. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. Love you so much!

Renae Bailey Laier (Dothan, AL)

DONNA PELFREY

October 12, 2010

MRS. PEGGY AND FAMILY,
I'M SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF BRO. LLOYD. MAY GOD GIVE YOU ALL THE STRENGTH AND COMFORT YOU NEED DURING THIS TIME. YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.

Noah Thompson

October 12, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patty & Kenneth Love

October 12, 2010

Peggy and family, the lost of Lloyd is painful now but God dose have a plan for you and your family. Let your christian friends and family hold you up and Let God put his arms around you and carry you thru these dark days.Never forget that GOD WILL NEVER LEAVE OR FORSAKE YOU IN TIME OF NEED. We are a phone call away. We love you all.

Susan White-Lafferty

October 12, 2010

Dear Cindy and family, my thoughts and prayers have been with you all week. God bless you all at this difficult time.

Gene Austin

October 11, 2010

Mrs. Bailey, my mother was one of the many, many people that Lloyd helped in his time at 2nd Ave. Baptist Church. I had the honor of being in his Sunday School Class when visiting the church. I am truly sadden by his passing. May God bless you and your family in your time of need.

Teresa Green

October 11, 2010

Danny and Sherrie,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in the thoughts and prayers of everyone at Roberta Evangelistic Church.

Garry and Tammy Briggs

October 11, 2010

Ms. Peggy, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. There are not too many people in this world who walk the talk. Brother Lloyd was a precious Christian man who did walk the talk of a christian. You both are so special to us. We hope you find comfort in knowing that Brother Lloyd has left a wonderful example of the Christian life behind for us all to follow. We love you.

Mary Scarbrough

October 11, 2010

Dear Peggy,
You and your husband are so loved and respected in Columbus and surrounding areas. Both of you have set a good christian example with your great works for the Lord. May all your cherished memories give you comfort. God Bless You and Your Family with strength that only comes from Him. Lots of Love and many continued prayers.

Chrys & Mary Traylor

October 10, 2010

Mr.Lloyd.
I remember last Monday at the bowling alley. I was sitting at the table doing my crossword puzzle & you said what are you doing,homework? We both laughed. And how you always asked Chrys,You gonna bowl that 300 tonight. And we will always remember your smile. Rest in piece, Lloyd. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Kathryn Ezell

October 10, 2010

Peggy, and all the family. Peggy I know You remember how very much Clyde and myself loved Lloyd, He helped us out so much before Clyde died,I will never forget Him, He will truly be missed by everyone who new Him .
You , and all Your family are in my prayers.
Love In Christ
Kathryn Ezell

Heather Alday

October 10, 2010

Mrs. Bailey and family, our hearts are broken at the office. We loved Mr. Bailey because he was one of the greatest and sweetest men we knew. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

October 10, 2010

Mrs Peggy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr Lloyd will be greatly missed.
Love in Christ,
Marie Bates, Shawna Smith and Kim Stewart

lynn daniel

October 10, 2010

to the bailey family our thoughts and prayers are with you love lynn daniel and family

Tina Davis-Fields

October 10, 2010

Mrs. Bailey, Cindy, Danny and Family; I was so very sorry to hear of the sudden death of Mr.Bailey. I know he was a big part of our church family on Norris Road. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Linda Mcquinn

October 10, 2010

Dear Peggy, I am sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing, He was such a sweet and wonderful man, and a Godly man. He will be missed by so many. He will surely be rejoicing in heaven.

October 10, 2010

TO THE BAILEY FAMILY ,OUR THOUGHTS &PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. I WAS REALLY SHOCKED WHEN PETE CALLED ME.WE HAD MET THURSDAY THE WEEK BEFORE FOR A DRIVERS MEETING &PLANNED ON ANOTHER IN NOV.MAY GOD GIVE YOU COMFORT &PEACE,FOR WE KNOW WHERE HE IS. JOE GEORGE

Angee Norris

October 9, 2010

My Deepest Sympathy to Mrs.Bailey and Family.Mr.Bailey was a great man of God,he touched the hearts of all that knew him.I remember his smile and his laughter.He was one of a kind and will forever remain in our hearts.

October 9, 2010

To Peggy and family: As we glanced thru todays paper, one of the first things we saw was the announcement about Lloyd. We have always considered you and Lloyd one of our special friends. There are no words to describe the impact that Lloyd has made on others with his life. There was no doubt about him, he was a man on a mission for God. we are glad to say we knew him. Our most sincere sympathy to you and your family at this time. Erline and Albert Caldwell

DANNY JORDAN

October 9, 2010

DEAR BAILEY FAMILY, WHAT A JOY IT WAS TO HAVE LLOYD AS A FRIEND ALL OF THESE YEARS. HE WAS ONE OF THE MOST FAITHFUL CHRISTIANS WE HAVE EVER KNOWN. THE DAYS AHEAD WILL CERTAINLY BE HARD FOR ALL OF YOU BUT GOD IS THERE TO HOLD YOU IN HIS ARMS WHEN YOU NEED IT. TAKE COMFORT FROM ALL OF THE PRECIOUS MEMORIES THAT YOU HAVE. WE LOVE ALL OF YOU. DANNY & MARTHA JORDAN

Barbara Jones

October 9, 2010

Mrs Peggy and Family,
Our heart is saddened for you all during this difficult time. Mr. Lloyd was certainly a positive and Christian role model for all those he came in contact with. Our prayers are with you.

David and Barbara Jones

Cindy Fountain-Hutto

October 9, 2010

Mrs. Peggy, Danny, Cindy & family. I am so sorry for your loss of Mr. Bailey. He and your family are very special parts of my life. Mr. Bailey always had a smile and kind word no matter where we saw him. My love and prayers are with you. God Bless you and keep you in His Arms during this sad time. I love yall! Jesus Loves You more!

Janice & T.H. Tucker

October 9, 2010

Peggy,Cindy,Danny (all the Bailey Family)
T. H. I are shocked to hear about Lloyd's passing. All the Bailey's are such a beautiful family and we love you all so much. May God give you the comfort you will need to get you through the days ahead.
We will never forget our wonderful friend and precious family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lloyd will be missed so much, he was such a wonderful friend to our family.
Love you all so very much... Love and Prayers.

October 9, 2010

My Deepest Sympathy to Mrs. Bailey,Danny, and Cindy. Mr. Bailey was indeed a sweet man who loved the Lord and you could feel that by the way he lived his life. Always there if you needed his help. I have not seen him in quite awhile but never forgot his friendship. He will be missed by all.
Steve Norris
Knoxville Tn.

Louise & Roy Gibson

October 9, 2010

We are so saddened to hear of Lloyd's passing, but we know he is sitting and talking with our Lord

Rusty Cheney

October 9, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

October 9, 2010

Peggy and family, our hearts are broken and full of sadness for all of you today. We loved Lloyd and will miss seeing him at all the gospel sings that he loved so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Butch & Anita Sloan (Columbusm Ga.)

October 9, 2010

MAY GOD COMFORT YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. DON and SHELBA DANIEL

Betty Monfort

October 9, 2010

So sorry to hear this. Praying for you and family. Our children went to school together. We also lived in Bibb Village. We are now living in Climax,Ga.

J.L. & Margie Head

October 8, 2010

Our hearts are broken for you, God Loves you and so do we.

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