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William Bailey Obituary
William D. Bailey, Jr., in the presence of his loving wife and family, went to be with the Lord on November 26, 2012 at the age of 76. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years Judy (Patti) Bailey. He is also survived by 5 loving children and their spouses: Peter and Barbara Bailey, Charles and Miranda Ware, Timothy Bailey, Cynthia and Rodger Strachan, and Christopher and Kathy Bailey. He is survived by his sisters Betty Thayer, Susan Bailey, Kathy Lovell, Joan Cronin and his brother Robert Bailey. He is also survived by his "prides of joy", 15 truly loved grandchildren. He was born July 3, 1936 in Syracuse, New York. He lived and grew up in Syracuse until his graduation from St. Vincent de Paul High School in 1954. He then attended and graduated (Class of 58) from The Citadel (Charleston, SC) with a degree in Business Administration. He completed his education at Syracuse University, receiving his MBA. After graduating from the Citadel, he entered the Air Force and had a distinguished 20 year career. During his Air Force career, he achieved the rank of Lt. Colonel, and made numerous contributions, including: Managing "Operation Homecoming", the program that brought home and acclimated our POWs after Vietnam. He then served as the Executive Officer to his mentor, General Jack Flynn, and completed his military career. Upon retiring from the military in 1978, he began a banking career that spanned the next 20 years. During that time, he held various Senior Management positions in the industry. In addition, he made numerous contributions to civic organizations, including: Southwest Craft Center Board Member, Chairman (local chapter) American Red Cross, Committee Member for Armed Forces Week and an active member of Coker United Methodist Church. He was a vital member of Coker United Methodist Men's Group, serving as "Executive Chef" for several years and an active member in Questors. He had many hobbies and interests including: Cooking (always the life of the kitchen party), Hunting, Sports, Singing and Telling Stories, and most importantly spending time with his loved ones. The family will receive friends from 5:00PM to 8:00PM, on Thursday November 29th, 2012 at Porter Loring Mortuary North.
SERVICE
FRIDAY,
NOVEMBER 30, 2012
1:00 PM
COKER UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
231 EAST NORTH
LOOP ROAD
Rev. Barbara Galloway will officiate. Interment with Military Honors will follow in Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery on Monday December 3rd, 2012 at 9:45AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Coker UMC Methodist Men's Group, at 231 East North Loop Road, San Antonio, Texas 78216 or www.coker.org/ , and will be used to further the missions that he felt were so critically important.
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Fred Bravo
November 22, 2022
We had the privilege to know Bill, a true gentleman. May he Rest In Peace. Our love to Patty.
Fred and Susie
Fred / Susie Bravo
November 22, 2021
Our prayers for Bill, a true gentleman and patriot, and our love for Patti and family.
David Barrineau
November 28, 2020
I have vivid memories of Bill and those weekends during hunting season in central Texas. I found Bill Bailey to be a man of high moral character and a fine gentleman. It was my privilege to have been one of that group of America's finest. Laus Deo (Praise be to God.)
Fred and Susie Bravo
November 23, 2020
Bill will be always missed. We remember and pray for him at our Sunday Mass Services. He remains a good and dear friend to us. His character, integrity, genuineness, and professionalism he showed us has and will remain in our memories. We loved him greatly.
Fred and Susie Bravo
November 22, 2019
Bill was the perfect gentleman, honest, trustworthy, and a great Christian. May he rest in peace.
Peggy Tedford Vince Conway
December 7, 2012
Vince and I want to convey our deepest sympathy to the Bailey family for their loss especially Tim with whom Vince is a close neighbor. Tim, we had the fortune to meet your family a few times and we are so sorry we did not know until just a few days ago of your Dad's death. If there is anything you need please do not hesitate to ask. You are in our prayers.
Fred & Susie Bravo
December 2, 2012
To Patti and Family, May God Bless You and guide you all in this your time of grief and need. Bill is in our memory as a kind and gentle soul. He will never be forgotten as his wisdom and advice has guided our decisions throughout the years. He will be missed but his memory will live on in us as a kind and caring person who believed in helping others. We will love and Remember Bill in all of our prayers. He will live on in our hearts. Love , Fred & Susie.
Matt Beecher
December 1, 2012
Such a fine person. I was a young kid fresh out of college. If it weren't for Uncle Bill's kindness, mentoring, and professional assistance, I would never have realized my lifelong dream of becoming an Air Force pilot. From the moment I asked for his help, Uncle Bill stood by me with sound advice and encouragement. I'm forever grateful. May God bless you, sir!
November 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you all in this time of sympathy. Ronald Scott Sorrell
Sherri & Steve Myers
November 29, 2012
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Bill. He was so sincere and always such a gentlemen. Please know that our prayers are with you.
Terri Kanak
November 29, 2012
I will miss listening and sharing family stories. He truly loved you all. Park Oaks Barber Shop
Lenny Draper
November 29, 2012
I grew up with the Bailey Family, with Mr. Bailey being my first basketball coach. Spent many good times with the family and had many great conversations Mr. Bailey and received a lot of great advice from him. I am very proud to call him and all the Baileys my friends. My prayers go out to the Bailey Family.
Amy Stubbs
November 29, 2012
Sending many prayers to the Bailey Family. Love, Amy and Keith Stubbs
Joe & Monique Kincer
November 29, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Chris and Kathy know you are on our thoughts.
Bob and Vickie Hale
November 29, 2012
Thoughts, prayers and love being sent to the Bailey family.
Kyle Nibling
November 29, 2012
Uncle Bill was more than just an uncle to me, more than just a relative I would see on some of the major holidays. I grew up without a grandfather, but was lucky enough to have Uncle Bill fill that role. He did way more than what is expected of "just an uncle." He taught me about tools, how to play pool, told me jokes, went to my baseball games, birthday parties and graduations. About 90% of all holidays were spent with he and Aunt Patti and those were the best times of my life. To this day I don't remember shaking his hand once; it was always a big hug, accompanied with, "Whataya say kiddo?" He was truly one of a kind and I can't express enough just how lucky I was to have him in my life. He will be forever in my heart, as I'm sure he'll be in so many others.
Elaine Dudley
November 29, 2012
When we were little, we were told that Uncle Bill got his scar from a duel (or maybe that's just what I thought) ... it made him very dashing and distinguished ...
Lindsey Sorensen
November 28, 2012
I remember Great Uncle Bill inviting me to his home when I was a young Lieutenant at Lackland for a training course. It was wonderful to be greeted by family so far from 'home' and get a wonderful meal! God Bless.
David Barrineau
November 28, 2012
I met Bill about 10 years ago on a hunting lease in Bosque County, Texas. Bill was a gentleman in every respect. It was a real pleasure to have him as one of the old gang during hunting season. We kept in touch afterward by email. My sincerest sympathy for Patti and the family. May God bless the family of this fine man. Laus Deo
Elaine Dudley
November 28, 2012
My best memories are always standing off to the side and listening in on the adult conversations at the holiday parties or summer picnics ... they were light and saucy and witty and Uncle Bill was always in the center of it all ... love to all his family.
Jeff Land
November 28, 2012
I have been lucky enough to be close with the Bailey's from grade school through today and I have always had the utmost respect for Mr. Bailey. He always welcomed me with that great smile. Look up the meaning of an Officer and a Gentleman and you will find a picture of Mr. Bailey.
Marty Truss
November 28, 2012
A funny and generous man, for the last 30 years Mr. Bailey has been at the center of my worn-out story about how I almost went to Texas A&M. The Truss family's thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy Bailey Strachan
November 28, 2012
Would love to hear everyone's favorite story of my dad. The memories help the healing.
November 28, 2012
Hey Uncle Bill. I have memories to keep and your smile to light the way. You are missed. Seriously I hope you are raising Bailey hell up there. All my love, Jane
Danny Beecher
November 28, 2012
Good memories of Uncle Bill. Distance keeps us from attending the services. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Danny Beecher and family.
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