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HARRY E. BAILEY

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HARRY BAILEY Obituary

Name: Memorial service for HARRY E. BAILEY
Start: 2016-03-18T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Peacock, Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service

Captain HARRY E. BAILEY US NAVY (Retired)
CAPTAIN BAILEY died on March 9, 2016 from Alzheimer''s. He was a lifelong athlete and sportsman and wanted to say goodbye in his own words. "This has been a wonderful life! I have had the privilege to serve our great country for over 31 years from the Mekong River Delta in Vietnam to Desert Storm (First Gulf War); I have sailed in every sea and Ocean on the planet except the Antarctic; and have had the honor to serve with the best sailors and Marines in the world. To my shipmates, Fair Winds and Following Seas...to my Marines, Semper Fi! A man is blessed to have a loving family and faithful friends, I have been such a man. To my children, Todd, Deborah and Leigh Ann, their spouses Anita, Kevin and Jeff; to my grandchildren Ali, TJ, Brigid, Eddie, Caelan, Tyler and Molly...you have my heart and pride. To my friends, I am honored that we have shared this life together, thank you! I will miss you all! To GRACIE, my extraordinary service dog, we found each other just in time and shared a special bond. And to my best friend, my partner in life for over 50 years, the Love of my Life, Audrey. I will be with you forever, Harry" Our family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, aides and trainers who have been with us on this journey. We ask that in lieu of flowers you consider donating to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Paws4People Foundation and the Alzheimer''s Organization or a charity of your choice in CAPTAIN Bailey''s memory. A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Friday, March 18, 2016 at Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service in Southport. Inurnment will be in Arlington National Cemetery on a date to be determined. Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport.

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 14, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for HARRY BAILEY

27 Entries

July 1, 2016

Think of you often Captain Bailey and even more on this July 4th weekend. Thank you for serving our country and leading other Navy personnel. Your kind spirit lives on.....

Tom Clement

June 8, 2016

Capt. Bailey, you have been on my mind often these past few weeks. When I searched for you I saw that you had passed. It was an honor to know you and serve as your last CMC. GOD bless.
STGCM(SW) retired, Tom Clement.

Admiral Bill Retz

May 30, 2016

ON this Memorial Day, Harry - we remember you with our other brothers and sisters who have given all to our country for the freedoms we enjoy. May you rest in peace eternal

May 29, 2016

Remembering you Captain on this Memorial Day. Miss you.

Ruthie Hayer Gilmour

March 22, 2016

I just heard of Harry's death. He was a school friend in grade school and high school. He was a good, smart and honorable friend. Thanks to his years in the Navy, we were all safer. My sincere sympathies to the entire family.

March 16, 2016

John Foster

March 16, 2016

Audrey and family--Joye and I were saddened by the news of Harry's passing. Many great memories from times on Borie and later in the TAR community. A fine shipmate and honorable man!

John and Joye Foster

Al Kreiser

March 14, 2016

I just learned of Harry's passing and want to express my deepest sympathies. I served with Harry in New Orleans on the staff of COMEIGHT/REDCOM 10 and always had the highest respect for his professionalism as a naval officer. May God bless and be with the Bailey family during these difficult times.

Capt. Robert Goff, USN Ret

March 14, 2016

Dear Audrey, Connie and I wish you, Todd, Deborah and Leigh Ann and their families God's blessings and comfort at this time. Thanks to all of you Harry had a great life; the family he loved and a career he lived to the fullest. He will be missed by all who knew him. R.I.P. shipmate!

March 14, 2016

Audrey & Family,
Larry & I were very saddened to read of Harry's death. Our hearts and prayers go out to the entire family.
Larry & Jayne Ellen Hunt

March 14, 2016

I am saddened to learn of Harry's passing ,but cheered in knowing that he is in a better place and that he will be at peace. I served with Harry on Borie and followed him for his many successful later years. Rest in peace shipmate. Rear Admiral Bill Retz, USN(ret)

March 14, 2016

Tyke Furey

March 13, 2016

Harry Bailey--a superb shipmate, positive addition to the ship's wardroom. quietly effective and highly respected leader and an exemplary officer and gentleman ashore and underway. Captain Tyke Furey, USN (Ret) Executive and Commanding Officer USS Borie (DD-704) 1965-67

Gayle Wald

March 13, 2016

Harry you make me feel proud. Proud in the fact that we put in a few nautical miles, together. It was my pleasure. Gayle Wald

March 13, 2016

Harry & Tom Pratt

Tom and Linda Pratt

March 13, 2016

To Audrey, Todd, Deborah and Leigh Ann and the extended Bailey Family, may God Bless Harry and each of you.

Linda and I send our sincere condolences at this time. We first encountered the Bailey Family in about 1968 in Norfolk, Virginia. Since that time, we have maintained contact with not only some of the oldest, but also dearest friends we have. Harry was a fine naval officer and sailor who dearly loved his wife and family. We are honored to have known him and to have counted him a friend.

We hope to attend the inurnment in Arlington.

Pat and Glenn Herbst

March 12, 2016

Glenn and I were so sorry to hear of Harry's passing. We have a lot of fond memories having been neighbors in Winston Salem when you both moved in across the street. Harry always had a smile on his face and was such a delight to talk to and be around. Harry was such a kind and gentle man, was always positive, and proud of his military service. He had such devotion to his family and pets. We will cherish our time as neighbors and friends. Pat and Glenn Herbst

Crystal Thomas

March 12, 2016

I had the honor to care for the Captain for a short time.. But a short time is all I needed to be blessed by him. Even on bad days he made my heart smile. He had a heart of pure gold. Every time I hear Johnny Cash or old time gospel hymns I think of the CAPTAIN, every time I go to the gym I think of the captain even at times I just want to be lazy I can hear him saying "if I can do, you can do it" he was my inspiration and as always fuzzy peach after, thanks to the captain for your blessings on me and thank you Audrey for sharing the special captain, I will always remember The Bailey's and be blessed by the Great captain.. My prayers are with the family.

Myrtle Beach July 2012

March 11, 2016

Susan and I are saddened by Harry's passing. Navy friends are special in that no matter how long we are apart, when we talk or meet, it is though it were just yesterday. We thank you for all the kindnesses the Bailey's have provided to the Cohn's over the years. "Fair Winds and Following Seas" to our shipmate, Captain Bailey. May God bless the Bailey Family. With love, Cal and Susan.

March 11, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss and know that Harry always kept you in his heart, and know you will always keep him in yours. My warmest thoughts and prayers for you and your family and for valiant Gracie. love, arlene

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