Paul Bailey Obituary
Paul Edward Bailey, 71, of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, MO. He was born on October 10, 1954, in Kansas City, MO, the son of Paul N. Bailey and Rachael M. (Woodard) Bailey, who preceded him in death.
On December 30, 1977, in Sedalia, MO, he was united in marriage to Carol Jane Bailey, who preceded him in death.
Paul is survived by a son, Roy Bailey of Otterville, MO; a grandson, Shawn Bailey and a granddaughter, Erika Bailey; a brother, David Bailey, and a sister, Marie Bailey.
In addition to his wife and parents, Paul was preceded in death by a daughter, Shawna Bailey.
The family will have a celebration of life gathering with family and friends at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Rea Funeral Chapel.
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