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George Bailey Obituary

BAILEY George Thomas Bailey IV, 56, born February 7, 1949 in Gainesville, Fl, passed away suddenly on September 2, 2005 at his residence in Jacksonville Beach, FL. Tom was a 1967 graduate of Coral Gables Senior High School and a 1971 business graduate of Florida State University, where he was a three-year starter on the Seminole football team, and was a member of Sigma Chi. He played professional football for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1971-75, and is an alumni member of the NFL Players Association. He received his MBA from the University of South Florida, and enjoyed a long career in the consumer products and health care industries. He was the Principal of the BBC Group of Jacksonville, FL and a member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce. He will be dearly missed by his family and the many friends that were fortunate enough to have encountered him throughout his life and knew his generosity, wit, and loyalty to friends and family. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, SusanO'Shea Bailey, children George Thomas Bailey V and Erin Bailey; his mother, Mabel Bailey of Murfreesboro TN, sisters, Joyce Johnson and Barbara Cotton of Murfreesboro, and Elizabeth P. Bailey of Miami Beach, FL, as well as nephews Chris Cotton, Heath and Evan O'Shea, nieces Kimberly Cotton and Heather Johnson, several cousins, and many lifelong friends. The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 6, 2005 from 6-8 P.M. at HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach with a funeral service Wednesday, September 7, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers will be Chris S. O'Shea, Kevin O'Shea, G. Thomas Bailey V, Heath O'Shea, Evan O'Shea, and Michael Schwartz. Honorary pallbearers will be Barry Smith, Jerry Wise, and Christopher J. O'Shea. Interment will follow at Ponte Vedra Valley Cemetery, 4750 Palm Valley Road, Ponte Vedra Beach. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Sep. 6, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for George Bailey

25 Entries

James chandler

September 1, 2024

Great memories. Jim and Terry Chandler

Diane Smith

September 29, 2005

Know that your family is in my heart and prayers. I am so saddened by Tom's passing. What a wonderful, "wild and crazy guy" the world has to learn to live without. My memories of Tom and Susan, and Erin and Tommy, are longstanding and dear, from FSU's beautiful campus and Idlewild Drive in Tallahassee to the casita and pink jeep in Acapulco and on to Carrollwood Village in Tampa, to name just a few; from when we were fresh out of college to having children and christenings and barbecues, my heart smiles at the thoughts. Dear friend Tom has left the world a better place than he found it - he will be sorely missed. Love and prayers to my dear friends, always, Diane Whitacre Smith

Susan Bailey

September 26, 2005

Our family is so grateful to all of those who have posted such warm expressions of sympathy and good wishes. Tom was a unique individual, but he was a wonderful husband and father to me and to our children, as well as a wonderful son to his Mother and a loyal brother to his three sisters. His loyalty to his friends going all the way back to his childhood in Miami was an amazing thing, and it is evidenced by those who were part of that childhood finding their way here to post such kind remarks.

We miss him terribly and will for the rest of our days. Your kind expressions have eased our hearts on this long road to acceptance of his untimely death, and to understanding of God's plan for all of us.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

- Susan Bailey

Alberto Argomaniz

September 15, 2005

To the Bailey family,Tom and I were fraternity brothers at Gables High and continued a great relationship through our years in Tallahassee. Tom was a great son, friend,brother,father,and husband God gave him many great qualities, he will be sorely missed by all who knew him. God Bless, Alberto Argomaniz Miami, Florida

Bill Kerestes

September 12, 2005

This tragic news brings back fond memories. We played sports together at both Ponce and Gables.

Our senior year, I threw many a block for Tom. Doubleteaming on a tackle so he could run wide; and cracking down on a linebacker (our famous Trap six eight) so he could slice up the middle.

He was the "stud" of our team. The legend was that he was the only guy who could drink beer between 2@days :)

At our 20th reunion Tom, Geoge Montgomery, Tom Wagor and myself had an hour conversation. We talked a little about the NFL. But he would have just as soon talk about Miami High or Southwest. He will be remembered as a great team mate!

To lose Tom and Nick Kotys in the same year is especially saddening. But to all of us who played together. We will always have the memories.

My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Sincerely,

Bill Kerestes

Doris Denno

September 12, 2005

Susan:

With deepest sympathy...

Bill Avirett

September 10, 2005

Bailey Family,

I saw Tom at the Cincinnatti airport a few years ago. He looked great with a big smile, told me about his family with pride, his wife Susan with love in his eyes, and we shared some fun old Gables/FSU stories. He will be missed.

God Bless!

Debbie Whitacre Tomberlin

September 9, 2005

Susan,

I was so sorry to hear about Tom from my sister Diane Smith. Also Barry sent me an email. I haven't seen you or Tom in a long time but I remember him so well from high school and visiting with him at Diane and Barry's when we were younger.

He was such a wonderful person and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family.

Debbie Whitacre Tomberlin

Amanda Shaw

September 8, 2005

Dear Bailey Family,

I was so shocked to hear about your loss. Tom was such a kind, funny, and warm person, and the love that Tom and Susan shared was truly an inspiration to everyone around them. I know there is nothing that anyone can say to make this any easier, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sincerely,

Mandy

Janet Shaw

September 8, 2005

Dear Bailey Family,

I pray God will hold you close as you grieve the loss of your husband, father, friend. Tom Bailey,was larger than life, and what an amazing life he lived. Some live a lifetime and never experience all that he did. What a legacy of love he left behind. Today he is in the presence of our merciful Father in heaven forever loved by his Savior, surrounded by angels, waiting and watching until you are united again.

Judith Clark

September 7, 2005

Susan, Tom and Erin:

The loss is great. My love, prayers and thoughts are with you all. Timmy was an asset to our family and all who knew him.

Love to you all, Judy

JIM & TERRY CHANDLER

September 7, 2005

WE WERE FRIENDS OF TOM GOING BACK TO CORAL GABLES HIGH--EVEN TO PONCE JR.HIGH. AFTER NOT HAVING ANY CONTACT WITH TOM FOR SOME TIME,WE RECENTLY HAD THE PLEASURE OF SPENDING SOME TIME AND SHARING DINNER WITH TOM AT THE COUNTS REUNION IN MIAMI THIS PAST OCTOBER AND THEN AGAIN OVER BREAKFAST IN SARASOTA ONLY SEVERAL MONTHS AGO.HE SPOKE WITH GREAT LOVE AND PRIDE FOR HIS FAMILY. WE SHARE IN YOUR LOSS OF A GREAT AND HONORABLE MAN WHOM WE ARE SURE WAS AT LEAST EQUALLY AS WONDERFUL A HUSBAND AND FATHER. WE PRAY FOR GOD'S PEACE AND COMFORT IN YOUR LIVES AT THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME. WE REGRET WE ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE SERVICES FOR TOM TODAY BUT OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE NEVERTHELESS WITH YOU.

Gayla Hickman

September 7, 2005

Susan, I am devasted to hear about Tom! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers back here in Dallas. Pls contact us if there is ANYTHING we can do to help you. God Bless you, Erin and Tom!

Pete Sampson

September 7, 2005

I'm very sorry for this sudden loss. From all the accounts I've read, he's blessed many in his life. I know you'll miss him, but celebrate what he accomplished.

You have the prayer support of my family.

John Hester

September 7, 2005

Susan & Family

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your Tom. Please accept my condolenses.

John Hester

Mike & Nancy Coffman

September 6, 2005

Our thoughts are with you all at this time. I wish we could have spent some time with you all over the last few years. We wil be praying for you and the whole family.

Nancy (Bailey) Coffman and Michael

Gary Masengale

September 6, 2005

Warmest thoughts and prayers from my family to yours.

Donnie Smith

September 6, 2005

My prayers are with you and your family.

Francene Sorrell

September 6, 2005

Susan,

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cheryl Graham

September 6, 2005

Susan and family,

Please accept my condolenses in the loss of your loved one. Your memories of him will keep him close to your heart always. May God bless and guide you through your time of mourning.

Fondest regards,

Larry Ward

September 6, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Shane Hofer

September 6, 2005

Tom was a great friend and associate. We expereinced many great times and have many great memories. He will be missed. We will keep the Bailey family in our prayers. Shane Hofer

ken Stuart III

September 6, 2005

Our prayers for your comfort from God are with the family.

Michael Schwartz

September 6, 2005

To the Bailey family: In the short time we have known each other, I have come to feel truly blessed to be in your company. I share in your pain and sorrow and am here for each of you. What I knew of your father, I thoroughly enjoyed. He was an absolute pleasure to be with and his influence is easily seen through the reflection of his children and wife. To Tom and Erin: Some people have a father and some are fortunate to have a daddy; thank God you had the latter, and he was first class. Your friend always, Michael

Greg Morris

September 6, 2005

To the Bailey family....ours prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Many of us had known Tom going back to our Jr High School...he truly was a great guy and gentlemen....he will be missed greatly.

The Brothers of Counts

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