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Wilbur Baily Obituary
Wilbur W. Baily, 86, of Palmer Township, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2014 in New Eastwood. Born May 14, 1927 in Bethlehem, PA, he was a son of the late Walter D. and Margaret Leidich Baily. His wife of 54 years, the former Shirley M. Shade, died July 8, 2007. Wilbur served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He was the owner of Wilbur Baily Real Estate which he began in 1963. Previously he was employed by Maryland Credit Finance and Bay States Adjustors. A 32nd degree mason, he was a member of Dallas Lafayette Lodge 396, F & AM. He had been a member of the Allentown YMCA Scuba Divers. He was past president of the Easton Area Real Estate Board and past governor of the Quiet Burden Pilots Association. Years ago he was a ferry pilot for Bradens Airport. Survivors: A sister-in-law, Doris Baily, of Palmer Township; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Charles and Lee Baily; and two sisters, Norma Hudock and Doris Mann. Services: 11 a.m. Friday in the Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 2101 Northampton St., Wilson Borough. Call Friday 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Entombment will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Offer online condolences at www.strunkfh.com.
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William Mayo
January 30, 2014
Will was a great man and pilot, and we will miss him.
Michael Mescavage
January 28, 2014
May your loved one soar on Eagles wings for the Great Courage HE has shown,
Our Freedom which HE fought for and His love of country for which he gave.
The members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart
Michael J. Mescavage, Cmdr.
Dept. of Pennsylvania
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Bob Kennedy
January 28, 2014
Will! Now flying forever. Enjoy meeting Ed Braden in the sky--from Vero Beach to Easton. Pipers were fun to fly. Blessings to you.
Your friend,
Chris Minnich
January 28, 2014
Wilbur and I go back a long way in the 80's. Flying out of Braden's, working on HUD projects with him and attending QB meetings. A great guy! God bless him.
Shirley Mendola
January 28, 2014
I remember Wilbur and his wife Shirley from the old Intrigue during the early 60's and 70's. He was a fun person and someone who would remain in your memories. Rest in peace, Wilbur
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