Louanne Cosimano Bailey
March 31, 1932 ~ January 31, 2014
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 10:00 AM in Holy Angel’s Catholic Church Avenue, MD with Father Charles Cortinovis officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bushwood. MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM, followed by Optimist Prayers at 7:15 PM in Holy Angel’s Catholic Church Avenue, MD.
Louanne Cosimano Bailey, 81 of Colton Point, MD died January 31, 2014 at her residence. Born March 31, 1932 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Thelma Louise Nevitt Adams and John Marcus Adams.
Louanne is survived by her husband Samuel “Bo” Bailey, Jr. whom she married on April 28, 1978 in St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis, MD., her children; Faye (Joe) Gowran of FL, Sam (Sandi) Bailey, III of Avenue, MD, Mark Bailey of Bushwood, MD, Beverly (Larry) Wood of Mechanicsville, MD, Steve (Cathy) Bailey of Bushwood, MD, John (Tracey) Cosimano of LaPlata, MD, and Tony (Lindsey) Cosimano of Mexico, also survived by 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Louanne graduated from the Academy of Holy Cross high school in 1950 and from Immaculata College in 1952. In 1958 she married John Cosimano of Washington, DC. Four years following John’s death, Louanne moved to St. Mary’s County following her marriage to Samuel “Bo” Bailey. Louanne and her two children moved to Bushwood with “Bo” and his five children.
Highlights of Louanne’s employment include; working with General Omar Bradley at Bulava Watch Company, and the State of Maryland Governor’s Mansion as Executive Secretary. Louanne was on the Maryland Historic Trust Board of Trustees, St. Mary’s County Historical Society, Chair of Board of Directors of St. Clements Island Potomac River Museum, Charter member of St. Clement’s Hundred, and the Maryland Historical Society. During her 8 year tenure as chair of the Board of Directors of the St. Clements Island Potomac River Museum, the new museum building was erected in time for the State’s 350th Anniversary Celebrations in 1984.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM followed by Optimist prayers at 7:15PM in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 10:00AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church with Father Charles Cortinovis officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be; Steve Bailey, Jr., Will Fitzgerald, Mark Andrew Bailey, John Fitzgerald, Scott Bailey, and Jason Brown. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren; Connor Cosimano, Nicholas Cosimano, Coale Thompson, Victoria Fitzgerald, Erica Bailey, Meaghan Bailey, Sharon Humphries, and Breann Wood. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to ACTS (A Community that Shares), P.O. Box 54, Bushwood, MD 20618 and/or St. Ann’s Infant and Maternity Home, 4901 Eastern Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20782. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
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“To the Bailey family, we are so sorry for your loss. Louanne was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Bo and Family… I am truly very sorry for your loss. Louanne was such a kind and lovely lady. May God comfort and strengthen you all through your time of deep sorrow. Please do not hesitate to call me if there is anything I can do for any of you. “
“So sorry. What a beautiful woman.”
“Sending our love and deepest sympathy to Bo and all the family. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Condolences to the family. May God help you through this sad time.”
“Bo and family – what a beautiful lady that will really be missed in this family. Cherish the memories and may you find comfort in knowing that she is in Heaven and at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“LouAnne was the one who told me how Bushwood got its name. I had often wondered. She was one sweet lady. She is now at peace. “
“Bo and family, we are so sorry to hear of Louanne’s passing. She is now at peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry we cannot be there to join in her Life Celebration with you. Love you all. “
“I extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Louanne. May your fondest memories hold you during the difficult days. Thinking of you…”
“So sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family during this difficult time. “
“Bo and family -sending love and deepest sympathy for your lost. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Bo and family We are so sorry for your loss. We all loved and admired Louanne. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Bunny and I are very sad at the passing of this beautiful lady. Our prayers are with the family.”
“Our condolences to you, Bo and your family. Our prayers are with you.”
“Bo and Family, Please accept our sincere condolences. May the love of family and friends sustain you in the coming days. Rest in peace, Beautiful Lady.”
“To Bo and the Bailey and Cosimano families.. Sending my deepest condolences on your loss. What a great lady Louanne was and what a gathering there must be in heaven.. “
“Bo and family – we are very sorry to hear about Louanne. Our thoughts and prayers are with you”
“Bo and Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. “
“Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. All our love, Mike and Denise Kopel”
“Beverly and Family, We are sending you our love and condolences for the loss of your mother. May you keep her memories in your heart forever. Love”
“To the Bailey Family. Our deepest condolences …..”
“Bo and Family, I am sorry to learn of Louanne’s passing. She was a wonderful and classy lady and will be missed by all that knew her. God grant you peace in the days ahead. “
“Bo…sympathy and prayers are going out to you and your family. “
“Bo and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. “
“Bo and the Bailey Family, So sorry to hear of Louanne’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you during this difficult time.”
“Bo and Family, So very sorry for you loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. “
“To the Bailey Family. Our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Keep her memory close. “
“Bo & Family..We were truly sorry to hear of Louanne’s death. She will be at peace now. We’ll miss her and are sorry that we’re so far away that we’ll miss the funeral. If we can be of help please give us a call.”
” Bo & Family, We are saddened to hear of the loss of Louanne. We are in Florida for the winter, so we will not be able to attend any of the services. I will light a candle at Mass in Louanne’s memory. Louanne’s birth date and death date are exactly the same as my mothers. May they both rest in peace.”
“Bo and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you…..Louanne was a wonderful lady and contributed so much to the community….take care and know that she is looking down on you and with you every step of the way.”
“She was a very lovely lady and a lot of fun to be with. My sympathy to Bo and the family”
“Dear Bo and Family – My love and heartfelt sympathy to you at this sad time. Please know that Louanne and her wonderful family will always be in my prayers. “
“Bo and Family: My condolences, thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.”
“Bo and family, so sorry for your loss. She was a great friend and will be truly missed. The Seventh will miss her time and devotion to the many lives she touch. God bless you all.”
“When I think of LouAnn the first word that comes to mind is “elegance.” It goes deeper than anyone will ever know and speaks volumes. Classy, elegant and a wonderful lady. She is surrounded by the women of the seventh district who have gone before her. Enveloped in love and welcomed with a heartfelt hug. We should all be so lucky. “
“Bo and family: I am so sorry for your loss of Louanne. She was a beautiful lady in every way.She will be looking down on you all with guidance and peace. She will be in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Bo and family: We were so sorry to hear about Louanne’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Bo and Family So sorry to hear of your loss Praying for you all “
“BO AND FAMILY. . SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS..YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.”
“To Bo and Family! All of you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time! My she Rest In Peace.”
“Thoughts and prayers to Bo and all of Luanne’s family during this sad time.”
“To the Bailey family and many friends we send our sincere condolences. Keep her memories very close to you always. Your Friends, “
“Dear Bo and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss.”
“Bo and Family: We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time. You will always have your wonderful memories to help ease the pain. May God bless each of you. Doris & Skip Jones “
“Dear Bo and Family — We send our love and deepest condolences. We were so blessed to have enjoyed Louanne’s gracious company and infectious laugh. Louanne will be dearly missed. You are all in our hearts and prayers. “
“To Bo and family, we shall always cherish the wonderful times we had together and the memories we can now hold close to our hearts. Louanne brought alot of happiness to many and she will be missed.”
“Bo and family, My thoughts & prayers are with you during this sad & difficult time. Another 7th District Angel has now joined her family & friends. God bless”
“Sending our thoughts, love, prayers and sympathy to Bo and all the family and her many friends. If there if anything we can do for you, we will. She was a special lady and will be greatly missed. “
“My deepest sympathy to the Bailey family. So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace in your hearts during this time of sadness. Rest in peace Louanne. “
“Beverly, My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your mother sounds as if she was a beautiful lady. I will keep you in my prayers.”
“My love and heartfelt sympathy to the family. May she be at peace after a job well done. We all know there were many friends and relatives waiting to welcome her home in heaven. God bless you all. With many thoughts and prayers…..”
“Sorry to learn of Louanne’s passing. She was a beautiful woman and always a pleasure to be around. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with Bo and family at this time.”
“So sorry for your loss. Louanne fought a long tough battle. She was truely a beautiful lady. We pray you find peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and wonderful loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.”
“”Bo and family sorry for your lost, Louanne was such a lovely and beautiful person. She had that giving and caring spirit that she shared with her family and friends she will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Shirlene,Carla,and Junior (Lorraine’s kids)”
“Bo and the entire family: I’m so sorry to hear of Louanne’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.”
“Beverly and family, my sincere sympathy and prayers to all during this very difficult time.”
“To All the Bailey Family Our most sincere condolences on your loss. May GOD give you peace and comfort at this sad time. Wayne and joan”
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.”
“Please know your family is in our thoughts. Louanne was a lovely person. “
“Bo & Family, What a beautiful lady that has earn her angel wings, Just remember that death leaves a broken heart and wonderful memories will last a life time. May She rest In Peace now with the god Lord and all of the angels.”
“Bo and family-our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are being sent your way. The memories and stories will keep Louanne’s spirit alive for decades to come. What great memories we have of Louanne! May your faith and love give you the strength to bear your sorrow now. “
“Sam and Sandi, We were all so very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. May The Good LORD give you and your family HIS peace and comfort during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers, GOD bless.”
“Bo and Family,Our condolences, thoughts and prayers”
“So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all the family. “
“My sincerest condolences to the family of Louanne Bailey. How blessed we were the day Bo brought his bride to Saint Mary’s. She used her many talents in such unique ways, each accomplishment done with style and grace. The organizations with which she was associated, prospered because of her management. Her obituary listed a few, but her warm and gracious hospitality exceeded them all. She was an example for anyone who gives of his or her self to promote good will and assistance. Louanne will be greatly missed, but she had been prepared for her heavenly reward with her Creator She never aspired for more. God bless you abundantly. “
“Our thoughts and prayers to all the family’s! From the Lathroum Family. “
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May the many happy memories that you shared with Mrs. Bailey bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.”
“Bo and Family, Our Sincerest Condolences to you all at this sadden time! May Her memories live forever in your hearts!!!”
“Bo and family, we were so sorry to hear of Louannes passing. We will keep all of you in our prayers.”
“Bo and family..Our prayers and thoughts go out to you, your family and extended family. Louanne has a special place in our hearts and she will certainly be missed by all who knew her and her wonderful smile. God Bless you Louanne. Frank and Sue”
“Bo and Family, Bo and family, Our heartfelt sympathy are being sent your way. What a pleasure to have known such a lovely lady such as Louanne Bailey. Our prayers are with you in this sad time. The Stephanis Family “
“Tony and family, My deepest sympathy. Your Mom was such a wonderful, caring lady, she was beautiful inside and out. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Sending my heartfelt condolences to both the Bailey and Cosimano family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.”
“Steve/Cathy and Bailey Family “Keeping you in our prayers at this sad time” God Bless”
“Our prayers are with,Bo..How fortunate we all are for having this wonderful lady in our lives! Sincere Sympathy, Rose and Don in Traverse City, Mi”
“Bo and Extended Family – heartfelt sympathies are extended during this difficult time. Louanne will be fondly remembered for all she did for the St. Clement’s Island Museum and the community. We will keep her in our prayers and thoughts.”
“I am saddened to hear of Luanne’s passing. What a wonderful lady she was. My condolences to Bo and the family This wonderful lady will be missed.”
“Bo and family….my condolences on Louanne’s passing. Her positive spirit along with her knowledge and love of St Mary’s County will be missed. As a mother and wife she was loved and protective of her brood. We all will miss you Louanne!”
“Beverly, Victoria and family – We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”
“Bo, Beverly and the entire family…..Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Louanne was a wonderful and kind lady. May God’s grace console you. May your wonderful memories comfort you. May knowing what a joy you were to her, bring you peace. May the love of your family and friends, bring you strength. And may Louanne rest in the Arms of Angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. “
“Sending love and prayers your way, so sorry for your loss Bo, you two were such a magnificent, happy couple. Hope to see you in Florida or Traverse City, may God be with you …. Cecilia’s sister.”
“Bo and family. Sorry for your lost. Your hole family mint alot to me and my father Claude from back in the late 50&60. I just wanted you to know that our family will have you’ll and our prayer.”
“Death leaves heartache, no one can heal, love leaves a memory than no one can steal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Bo and family. So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. “
“Bo and family, Our prayers are with you. Louanne will be greatly missed and never forgotten.”
“Bo, Mark and family – We are truely sorry to hear Louanne pasted away. May you cherish all you wonderful memories of her and keep them close to you hearts. Our thoughts are prayers are with you all. Our Condolences to you all.”
“The Bailey Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thought and prayers.”
“I’m so sorry to hear of Louanne’s passing. When I lived in the garage apartment, she made me feel welcome and part of the family. I’ll keep the family in my prayers during this sad time.”
“Dear Bo and Family, I was truly saddened to hear of Louanne’s death and I regret that I was not in town to support your family. As you know, I love all of you dearly. I will never forget the wonderful times we’ve had. With Love, Don Purdy”