KINGSPORT - Stephanie Tomlinson Bailey, 50, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born on August 11, 1972 in Kingsport to Lester and Rena Tomlinson. Stephanie was employed at Kingsport Press Credit Union as vice-president. She enjoyed her job and the people she worked with. Stephanie was a bright individual, always full of jokes and laughter. She had a big smile and a loving personality.
Stephanie was preceded in death by her father and mother-in-law, Ikey and Ruby Bailey; and uncles, Terry and Gary Calhoun.
Survivors include her loving husband of 25 years, Rodney Dale Bailey; daughters, Jessika and husband CamRon Steffey and Katelyn Bailey; parents, Lester and Rena Tomlinson; and fur baby Bo.
The family will receive friends, Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Bloomingdale Baptist Church. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Phil Whittemore officiating. Graveside service will follow in the Calhoun Family Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Girls, Inc., P.O. Box 981, Kingsport, TN 37662 or http://girlsinckpt.org
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Vicky Stone Dykes
April 8, 2023
My prayers are with the family...She was a very kind person .
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