Richard "Dick" Bailey

Passed away peacefully after a brave fight with Lymphoma. Preceded in death by parents John and Ruby Bailey, brother Wilfred, and sister Lois. Oldest of six, he is survived by sisters, Barbara Corfee, Jackie Vose and Donna Sandretto. He married Margaret "Peggy" Fuller in 1954 and they celebrated their 62nd anniversary July 2. Father to Claudia of Pasadena, Brad (Jeanette) of Japan, Scott (Lynne) of Folsom. Grandfather to Kyle, Ian, Jenna, Dorie, Maddie and Sam and Papa to his sweet puppy dog, CoCo. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Dick spent the first decade of his life during the Great Depression and came away with an appreciation for hard work and sense of kindness to his fellow man. He graduated Sac High and was Student Body President of the Class of 44. A Veteran of two foreign wars, serving as a Navy communications specialist during end of WWII and early Korean Conflict. He was a patriot and a constant community volunteer serving in many organizations and clubs throughout his life. He passionately worked a wonderful 44 year career in dental sales, serving dentists in Nor Cal area, making many lifelong friends along the way. He designed and equipped hundreds of beautiful and functional dental offices. A lifelong lover of golfing, fishing, baseball, sailing, music, dogs and cats. He was a handyman that could skillfully build or fix nearly everything. Everyone knew he was happily into a good "project" when he whistled his favorite (4 note) tune. A wonderful and devoted husband to Peggy, wonderful role model for all who knew him. A man of true integrity and good humor. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, August 21st at noon at the Rotary Clubhouse, 7150 Baldwin Dam Road, Folsom 95630. All are welcome! In lieu of flowers, Dick would have preferred donations to the Sacramento SPCA.