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Frankie Bailey Obituary

Frankie Bailey

December 16, 1954 - January 30, 2016

Archer Lodge

Frankie Bailey, age 61, died Saturday, January 30, 2016 at his home wife his wife by his side. Born December 16, 1954 in Johnston County he was a son of the late William Roy and Lena Mae Rhodes Bailey. He was preceded in death by his brother, Harvey Bailey; and sister, Shelby Jean Moser. Frankie was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and retired Paramedic with Wake County EMS. He taught EMS classes for Johnston Community College and worked part time at many EMS stations throughout Johnston and Wake Counties. He loved to fish, hunt, and watch sports, especially Duke Basketball.

A memorial service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2016 in the chapel of Parrish Funeral Home with Mr. Patrick Holland presiding. The family will receive friends from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening just prior to the service. Burial will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday in White Oak Baptist Church Cemetery, 13943 Buffalo Road, Clayton, NC 27527.

Surviving are his wife, Vicki Bailey of the home; stepsons, Patrick Holland of Richmond, VA, and Lee Holland and wife Melinda of Micro; brothers, William Roy Bailey, Jr. and wife Elgie of Micro, and Donald Bailey of Selma; sisters, Myrtle Gray Langley of Lincolnton, and Doris Marie Bailey of McGee's Crossroads; many nieces and nephews; a host of friends and extended family; and his canine companion, Duke.

The family would like to thank Dr. Brandon McNulty and the staff at Rex Oncology Garner, Dr. Douglas Fein and staff of Clayton Radiology, and Transitions Life Care Home Health team, for the care Frankie has received during his sickness.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to White Oak Baptist Church Caregivers Ministries, 13943 Buffalo Road, Clayton, NC 27527, or, Transitions Life Care, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at parrishfh.com

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Published by The News & Observer on Feb. 1, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Frankie Bailey

33 Entries

Edie Evans

January 24, 2020

I remember you. What is remembered, lives.

Donna sullivan

February 9, 2016

Rip uncle Frankie, it's hard to know it gone, but keep a spot for me near you when I get there.

Bobby @ Kendall Langley

February 6, 2016

When I was a kid. Me and Frankie played like we were brothers. And everyone said we both looked alike. Frankie was and is still my favorite uncle ! I'm sorry for not being there. I didn't find out in time to be there! But I will truly MISS HIM !

Donna Kaye Bailey, Sullivan

February 4, 2016

I am so sad my uncle Frankie is gone, but he's looking down smiling as to say I'm in heaven now, an no more pain, he is missed, an I've cried but I know he'd. Whip my but if he could've. Lol. My uncle was and always will be my hero, I went to colleage to become a cna2, when all said u can't due to brain damage at birth, he always told me u can do any thing if you try an want it bad enough. That was the kind of man my uncle was, an God has a great Angel. In heaven with him now, so to all still crying stop,he'd tell you to,laugh an joke,an have fun, I plan too, if you want to. Really do something, in his name he'd probably say helpsome, or donate blood or give to orginizans that help cancer,an other things, stuff like that. Or just plant a tree at a fishing hole or any where in his.name, he'd look down from heaven an smile I know.

Jerry & Sandy Holloman

February 3, 2016

Vicki, Our thoughts and prayers are withyu and your family. Love and Prayers.

Tootsie Holloman

February 3, 2016

Vicki, I am so sorry to hear about Frankie. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Walter and Shirley Hargis

February 3, 2016

Vicki, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Frances Price Braswell

February 3, 2016

I grew up across the street from Frankie and also went to church with him as you adults. When he attended Clayton School we would always pick at each other on who went to the better school. May he rest in peace.

David Minor

February 3, 2016

We all can think back and remember that one mentor or influence in our lives. Be it a parent, sibling or teacher. I'm beyond proud to say Frankie was mine. We spent much time together doing what he loved, taking care of those in need or hunting. There will only ever be one like him. My life is much richer because I knew him and had the opportunity to call him friend.

RC (Mickey) Smith

February 2, 2016

I had the honor of working with Frankie at WCEMS. We rode together and took care of many people from all walks of life. Frankie always made people feel better just due to his actions and attitude. Many respected and learned from Frankie.

Bonnie Piper

February 2, 2016

Vicki, You both have been in my thoughts and prayers for a long time now.
It is hard to lose a loved one but now you know he is not suffering anymore.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Now you can take comfort in knowing that
you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Michelle Houston

February 1, 2016

Ms. Vicki, I am so sorry to hear about Frankie. Even though I didn't work directly with him in site, I did work directly with him and loved him. He was a great inspiration to me and others. You both have been in my thoughts and prayers for a long time now, and even though I didn't get to see him or you, you were and are never far from my thoughts. May God grant you the peace that only he can give you. Frankie is free now, laughing and having a great time.

Jeff Dunn

February 1, 2016

Vicki,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. I was very sad to hear the news about Frankie this morning. You would say to me "you must meet Frankie you will hit it off". Well you were correct I did only meet him the one time an what I marvelous person. He made you so happy you could hear in your voice and see it in your face. Please be strong as he is in a better place.

Chris Hendges

February 1, 2016

Frankie was a good man and great Paramedic that taught so many of us to be better medics. I always enjoyed working with Frankie at WCEMS.

Helen Higley

February 1, 2016

I knew Frankie Bailey but knew his sister, Shelby Jean, more. I am sorry for the family of Frankie. It is always a hard thing to do. To bury a loved one so young is tough on the family. My prayers are with his family. I truly mean this. God Bless you all. Lou Millard-Higley

Toi Toi

February 1, 2016

Vicki and family,

Frankie will be greatly missed. I had the privilege to work with Frankie for 11 years. He taught all of us so much about enjoying every moment of everyday and making the most of each day. One the the greatest things he taught was a Christian was not in talk, but action, he really loved and
cared about people. It has been a real
honor to work with our friend. We love you always, Frankie Bailey rest in peace until we see you again.

February 1, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus. John 11:35 We weep along with you.

Jeremy Ennis

February 1, 2016

Frankie taught me a lot as a young EMT. He always liked to laugh at my jokes. You will be missed

Doug Fein

February 1, 2016

Mrs. Bailey,
In 30 years of practicing radiation oncology I have never met anybody who was more universally loved by the staff than Frankie was. Despite tremendous adversity he came in everyday with a smile on his face and kind words and hugs for the entire staff. He was the eternal optimist. We can all learn so much from Frankie's attitude, outlook and disposition. My staff and I are all heartbroken. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him and loved him. On behalf of the entire staff at Clayton Radiation Oncology please accept my most sincere condolences. Doug Fein

Heide Milbauer

February 1, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Frankie's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Beverly Maidon Jones

February 1, 2016

Thoughts and prayers are with the family

Edie Evans-Bisbee

February 1, 2016

Good hunting, my friend. May your aim be true and your fishing rod be always baited. You taught me never to have my back to the door at a scene, how to start an IV in a finger and how good the burgers and friendship were at the Your House restaurant when EMS units had time for a 2 a.m. breakfast on a sultry Saturday morning. You will be remembered by the community you helped to forge. You are Legend.

Sharon Hoffman

February 1, 2016

Vicki, I am praying that you find comfort in the knowledge that Frankie is no longer in pain and that God will give you the strength to move forward with your loving memories of Frankie as your mainstay.

Kathy Ellen

January 31, 2016

I have good memories of Frankie at Clayton Rescue. I am sure that he and Keith are sharing stories today . Know all of the family is in my thought and prayers .

Kim & D R Deaver

January 31, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are always with u Aunt Vicki.

Ann Creech

January 31, 2016

Vicki...I am just heartbroken by this news. I have known Frankie and the Bailey family for many years. I pray that God gives you a peace beyond understanding. I am sure my dad, David Edwards and his sidekick, David Eatmon welcomed your precious husband home.

Ann Edwards Creech

MJ and Pam Johnson

January 31, 2016

It is hard to lose a loved one but now you know he is not suffering. Hoping you can find peace in your memories.

Edna Reynolds

January 31, 2016

Another EMS icon has departed this realm and moved on to the next. I have such very fond memories of Frankie from my early EMS years at Garner EMS/Rescue. He helped train me, mentored and guided me, and most of all, HE MADE ME LAUGH!

His zany sense of humor lightened many a busy night and made the seemingly intolerable more tolerable.

Frankie, you impacted many, many lives during your career and it was a job very well done.

Rest in sweet peace in the arms of your Lord and Savior! Until we meet again.....

Susan Crocker

January 31, 2016

Vicki
I am so sorry for your loss I pray for peace for you in days to come much love to you.

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