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Margie (Marge) Jean Bailey
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Margie went on to attend Tennessee Temple University where she studied Art and Music. She was a remarkable, savvy business woman whose entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish several successful businesses, including, Encore Entertainment, Driver Finder, and Trucker Cupid. She was a gifted and accomplished portrait artist who painted many mid-south celebrities as well as local families. She was once commissioned to paint two identical family portraits of Elvis, Priscilla, and Lisa Marie Presley, one of which was displayed in the Smithsonian for an Elvis world tour, and the other is owned by one of Elvis's former bodyguards. Her creativity and ability to turn visions into reality were truly remarkable.
Marge's zest for life, and her innovative mindset were evident from a young age. She was a beacon of inspiration to many, always encouraging others to pursue their dreams with vigor and passion.
She was preceded in death by her father, David J Bailey, and her mother, Marda Lou Bailey.
Marge is survived by her loving children, Robyn Sharbono (Mark) and Jeff Banton; her siblings, Linda Bailey, Wayne Bailey, Connie Sykes (Don), Joyce Bailey, and Ricky Bailey; and her cherished grandchildren, Tosha LaForest (Jeremy), Kerry Shey Gerard, Marissa Banton, and Scott Banton (Amy), Savannah Karch (Cody), Mallory Branch (Noah), and Sean League. Many great-grandchildren, Kaleigh, Wyatt, Landon, Maryse, Annabelle, Hazel Grace, Olivia, Cash, and Lawson. She also had an abundance of nieces and nephews she loved dearly.
Marge's legacy will continue to live on through her family, her businesses, and the vibrant art she created. Her life was a testament to the power of hard work, creativity, and the enduring strength of family bonds. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and they will share the memories of her life that will live on forever.
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Linda Lou Bailey
July 14, 2024
Margie and I were very close growing up. We shared a bedroom as kids and we went places together as teenagers. I remember one night when we were supposed to be going to sleep but we were talking and laughing. Dad told us several times to get quiet and go to sleep but we couldn´t stop laughing. Dad came into our bedroom with his belt to punish us and since I slept next to the wall, I slid down between the bed and the wall. Margie was mad at me afterward because she got most of the lashing. Years after that we laughed about that night. Over the past 15 years or so we didn´t get to see each other very much because we lived so far apart but we talked on the phone often. I will miss our conversations. I know that I will see her again one day in heaven.
Joyce Marie Bailey
July 14, 2024
I remember back in 2010 . I was living in Clarksdale but I had developed some very disturbing pain in my abdomen that persisted for over a year . I called my daughter that almost immediately flew me to Margie´s home in Michigan where in the late evening Margie rushed me to the hospital. Where it was determined that my Gall Bladder had burst and infected my entire intestinal regioned . If it hadn´t been for my dear sister , I might not be here today . Love you always Sissy please give Mama my love .
Robyn Sharbono
July 12, 2024
My favorite memories of Mom revolve around her art studios in Clarksdale and Tunica, Mississippi. I grew up in that amazing creative environment, and I can't imagine my life or my daughters' lives without creativity and a passion for beauty. Thanks, Mom, for giving me and my girls all your artistic talents!
Jeff Banton
July 12, 2024
I remember mom trying to hustle us up and off to school when we were kids. Robyn and I were bickering and moving slow I'm sure, mom frustrated completely. We finally got settled in the car, mom jumped in, cranked it, reversed it, and hit the gas...... backing straight into the car of a traveling evangelists who was parked directly behind us. It's funny now, but mom sure wasn't laughing then :)
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Joyce Bailey
July 12, 2024
She was and will always be my very loving and talented sister . My heart pours over just knowing that she is now in heaven with the Lord and mom and Dad . Thx to anyone that reads this , it´s a really a great tribute to Margie
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