Lola Ophelia Bailey

Missing you so much Lola!

To Our Cousins,

We did not get an opportunity to meet early in our lives, nor when I visited Tacoma later in life. However, learning of Lola, the daughter of Mom Julia’s first Cousin Matilda (known as “Cousin Tillie”) was an important link in expanding my knowledge and awareness of family. Very early in our lives, Mom Julia (Gayle Grimes) made sure we knew our Philadelphia cousins when they came to Ware Neck, VA for the summer and attended the Union Zion Baptist Church Homecoming. However, it was much later in life when I learned how that family had expanded—more first cousins, second cousins, and beyond. So, we were so sorry to hear of Cousin Lola’s passing. Having met her and exchanged FB messages with her, we had looked forward to many more communications and the possibility of even meeting again to share family news, pictures, and experiences! To Cousin Tillie and family, we express our sorrow at her passing, but also the joy of having known her though briefly and primarily from afar. Lola clearly had an impact on and made an impressive difference in the lives of those she touched. Our prayers are with you all.

With sympathy and love,

With Heartfelt Sympathy May memories of happy times you shared help ease your loss and bring comfort to you now. . Lola rest now in The Arms Of The Lord.

Our sincere condolences to Lola's family and friends. Heaven has gained another angel. She was such a smart, beautiful, kind, and loving person. Keep those wonderful and loving memories with you. She will always be in my heart.

Lola and I first met in the early 80s when I was teaching at the Tacoma Urban league Academy. We shared a love of teaching and a commitment to equity in education. She exemplified excellence in teaching and was a warm and caring soul who also stepped into her power whenever and wherever it was needed in service of her students and families. She was a giant in Tacoma and will be missed. Rest in Power and Love, Ms. Lola.

I have known Lola's mother, Tillie, for almost 50 years! And we were fortunate enough to meet Monika (Lola's daughter) many years ago...as well as Lola herself when she visited Monika who was living and working here in Minneapolis. We all send our deepest sympathy and love to the entire family.

Mrs. Bailey (not Lola to her students!) was my second grade teacher at Wainwright in 1978 and she made such a lasting impression! She was my absolute favorite. I feel so fortunate to have had an amazing role model at such an impressionable age. I remember Monika (who is close to the same age) visiting our class and maybe going on some field trips with us. My condolences to her entire family. She will not be forgotten.

Remembering the good times of sisterhood, friendship and caring with Lola is a treat. She was my AKA sister and I will always remember her smile, her joy and her interest in community service.

May Lola´s family be comforted knowing that her impact was far and wide.
Carolyn Patton

Sending so much love and my deepest condolences for the loss of such an amazing and kind woman. Lola, you will be greatly missed!

My sincere condolences to Troy, Monika and all of the Bailey family. Lola was truly a person I deeply admired.

There will be a Repass following Lola's service at Caballeros Club 1516 S. 28th St Tacoma Wa 98409

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

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Our deepest sympathy praying for your love ones Joyce and Robert Starks

Troy and Momika I as saddened to see this today. To me yiyr mother will always be remembered for her unlimited kindness. You are both in my insured today.