John Robert Bailey (Robbie)
November 2, 1942 ~ July 5, 2014
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 11:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Father Brian Sanderfoot officiating. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery Compton, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
John Robert Bailey, Jr. (Robbie), 71, of Leonardtown, MD, passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 5, 2014 in Callaway, MD. Born on November 2, 1942 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the loving son of Mary Agnes Hancock Bailey and the late John Robert Bailey, Sr. Robbie was the loving husband of Alice Sophia Vallandingham Bailey, whom he married on August 5, 1961 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD. Robbie is survived by his children: Kimberly Kathryn Kaspar of California, MD, John Robert Bailey, III (Karen) of Clements, MD, 6 grandchildren: John Robert Bailey IV. (Blaize), Brittani Leigh Bailey, Robert Allen Williams, Jr., Murphy Kyndall Brown, 5 great grandchildren: Lyla Rae Bailey, Stella Mae Bailey, Caleb Dylan Williams, Robert Allen Williams III, and Monroe West Bailey, 12 nieces, 12 nephews, 13 great nieces and 13 nephews. He is also survived by his siblings: Tommy Bailey (Frances) of Leonardtown, MD, Linda Davis (Bernie) and Gloria Tippett (Andrew) both of Chaptico, MD, Cathy Garner (Jimmy) of Hollywood, MD, Allan Bailey (Debbie) of Mechanicsville, MD, and Corrine Bailey of Steep Falls, MN. Robbie was preceded in death by his grandchildren: Samantha Jo Bailey, and Dylan Robert Brown. Robbie graduated from Margaret Brent High School in 1960 and was a Production Controller for the Federal Government in Indian Head, MD, he retired after 35 years in 1995. Robbie was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD, and he was a member of the Mechanicsville Lions Club. He started the over 30 men’s softball league, he enjoyed golf, classic cars, softball, bowling, and singing in the St. Francis Xavier Choir.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 11:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Morganza, MD with Father Brian Sanderfoot officiating. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery Compton, MD. Pallbearers will be: John R. Bailey, III, John R. Bailey, IV, Ricky Utz, Tim Davis, Kenny Welch, and Paul Mullings. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Brittani Bailey, and Murphy Brown. Contributions may be made to Hospice House of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD, and or the Leonardtown Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 299 Leonardtown, MD 20650 and the Seventh Dist. Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609.
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“To the Bailey family, Robbie will be missed by all who knew him. He was such a gentlemen and a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.”
“God comforts us in all our trials 2 Cor.1:4 This being one of the toughest trials we have to go through in life. May all your wonderful memories of your father/grand-father/ brother/ and friend bring you daily comfort, knowing he is no longer in any pain. I only knew Robbie for a few months, it brings a tear to my eye and a tug at my heart, to express just how, much he touched my heart. His warm smile, laugh, his honest caring and loving heart. He was a true gentleman, who deeply cared for those around him especially his family (the grandkids). We can draw some comfort knowing that God hates death and he views it as an enemy (1 Cor. 15:26) Soon he will bring back those who are in his memory, like Robbie, and they will live on earth again. I am looking forward to seeing Mr. B and welcoming him back with open arms. With much care and love from my heart to you and all the family.”
“Like so many – if not all of the Bailey men, Robbie was sweet, kind, polite, and as handsome as they come. What a wonderful man he was. We didn’t see each other often, but when I go back home for a reunion it won’t be the same without him there. We all loved him. Aunt Mary Agnes, Alice, Tommy, Linda, Cathy, Gloria, Alan and Kim. Our thoughts are about you. I am so very sorry for your loss.”
“Alice, Know Robbie is no longer suffering. You did a wonderful job of taking care of Him. Saw you many, many times. Love, Elizabeth Ann Bowles”
“May the Peace of God be with you in this time of sorrow The Lord has Picked another flower from his garden on earth for his bouquet in Heaven”
“Dear. Mrs. Bailey, John, Kim,Karen,Robert, and Brittani, We are so very sorry for the passing of Mr, Bailey. He was one of a kind. A angle who was here on earth with you. He was a true gentlemen, so kind, so caring. He will always be in our hearts. Love, Susan,Johhny,Veronica, and Valerie Redmond”
“We are so very sorry for your loss. Please take solace in knowing that he is no longer suffering and is at peace. Please let us know if there is anything at all that we can do for you. All our Love, Jennifer, Jeremiah, Ada and Cameron. “
“It is hard to understand why people we love are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing that you were such an important part of a well-lived life and how special he was to so many. Robbie was a gentleman and a fine person and that is so evident by the wonderful family that he leaves behind. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. When your heart feels empty, filling it with happy memories of Robbie will help you find your smile. Hugs to all of you.”
“Alice,John & Kim, I have a broken heart over the passing of Robbie, Such a wonderful man and a great friend to me. Death leaves a broken heart but wonderful memories will last life time. May you rest in hands of good lord because you are at peace now. God Bless all of you.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord give you strength during these difficult times.”
“ALICE,JOHN AND KIM,WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, NEVER SAW ROBBIE WITHOUT A SMILE ON HIS FACE,HE WAS ALWAYS GLAD TO SEE US. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN,NOW HE IS WITH THE LORD,HE IS IN NO PAIN AND IN PEACE.HE WILL BE MISSED. “
“To the Bailey family our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless!”
“John, Karen, Kim & Mrs. Bailey; Sorry for the passing of Mr. Bailey. He is at peace now and is no longer suffering. Hope that gives you some comfort. He truly was a wonderful person, inside and out. John, I know you lost your best friend, but he will always be with you in your memories and heart. Big Hugs to all. “
“”Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “God Bless”
“Mrs Bailey,Kim and John and the rest of the Bailey family, we heartbroken to hear that Mr B has passed. What a wonderful, wonderful person he was. God gave us a gift of being a part of Mr B’s life. We will keep your family in our prayers so that God can comfort your broken hearts. Experiencing the love and kindness that Mr B showed us all on earth, imagine how wonderful an Angel he’ll be from above. RIP Mr Bailey. We will all miss you very much.”
“My condolences to the family, may Robbie rest in peace”
“Dear Alice and Family: We are thinking of you and praying for God to give you strength during such a sad time; we, along with many others will miss him and his kind and gentle ways. He was a bright, shining light and great friend; Danny so enjoyed playing golf with him, as all those in the Wicomico “Senior Blitz”. God Bless and keep you. and know you are in our hearts and in our prayers. Love, Danny and Pat , Danny and Pat “
“Alice,John and Kim and family. We our sorry for the loss of Robbie, he was a wonderful man. You all took such great care of him. He will be with all of you everyday in your heart. God Bless!”
“We are so very sorry for your loss. He always seemed to be smiling whever I saw him. I know you all will miss him very much. Hope it helps to know so many are praying for you to find peace during this difficult time. I found this prayer from when Min passed and thought it might bring you comfort. God saw you getting tired (Author Unknown) God saw you getting tired When a cure was not to be. So He wrapped His arms around you, And whispered, “Come unto me”. You didn’t deserve what you went through, And so He gave you rest. God’s garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best. So when I saw you sleeping, So peaceful and free from pain. I could not wish you to come back, to suffer that all again. “
“Alice: The last time we talked was at Kenny’s prayers. It takes a long time to accept the fact that someone like Kenny and Robbie are no longer with us. Kenny thought a lot of you and I know you were one of his supporters. Call even if it is to talk about them. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.”
“Robbie was one of those men that was just happy giving. He gave his heart to everyone he met. Though many hearts are breaking at this time of sadness I know that there will be many smiles to share with the joyous memories that can be shared. “
“A good man.”
“Rest in peace distant cousin. Now you can meet in person all of your Bailey family relatives that you did so much research on. I’m sorry that I missed the last Bailey reunion after you invited me, but hopefully someone will take up the work that you did. Tell Charles C. Bailey and Noah Bailey that their great-great granddaughter and great-great-great granddaughter says hello.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “
“We are keeping Robbie’s family in our thoughts and prayers. May good memories give you comfort and peace in the days ahead.”
“To Robbie’s family: We are so sorry for your loss.Hold on to your memories. Whem I was a member of St.Francis Xavier choir, I directed for a long time. Robbie was always there. I am very grateful for the time Russell and I spent with him before his stroke. We had finished singing for a funeral and I needed a ride home. He was leaving the reception and offered. When we got to the house I invited him to come say hello to Russell. He stayed two hours. We mostly talked about old cars (we have a couple). He really liked our ’33 Willys. I will miss him & will hold on to that day. He will be in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you my friend.”
“A great friend and fine genleman on and off of the softball field. He could the pitch so high I was not sure it would come down.”
“Alice and family, We were sorry to hear about Robbie We will keep you all in our prayers. Will be out of town this week.”
“Alice, Sending my sympathy and prayers.God Bless all of you.”
“Alice, I had been seeing you at the hospital but never asked “why”?. This was a shock to see this. I did not know Robbie (as I would hear you call him) personally, but I’m sure he will be missed. And to Kimberly and John, you all are in my prayers. “
“Alice, John & Kim My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Robbie was a great friend and golfing buddy, Good bless all of you.”
“To the Bailey Family, so sorry for your loss. Robbie was a kind person and a true friend. I played softball against him and golf with him and he was always a competitor and a gentleman. May God be with you as you go through his loss. May he RIP.”
“Robbie Bailey’s Family, I am sorry to hear of Robbie’s passing. He was a fine gentleman and classmate ( MBHS Class of 60 )”
“The generosity of his Father and the kind temperament of his Mother… Robbie was definitely one of the most giving and good hearted people that’s ever walked the face of this Earth. I will always be greatful for his planning of the legacy Family Reunions when no one else was able to step up to the plate and orchestrate them. Even in the process of his passing, he brought Family together to create memories. May Peace be ever with him and may his Spirit live on through our Family traditions.”
“Sending love and prayers to the Bailey family. You are all in our thoughts during this difficult time.”
“Mrs. Bailey, please accept my condolences on the passing of your husband. He was truly a nice man and a wonderful neighbor to my sister and her now deceased husband George Bannister. I will never forget the support and words of comfort that he offered to my brother-in-law George during his sickeness. My family and I will always have fond memories of your husband. May God bless you and give you plenty of strength during your bereavement period. Please give my condolences to both Kim and John III. “
“Please know that we continue to pray for the family during this most difficult time. Robbie was the kindest and most giving person we ever met. He will be missed by all. Heaven is rejoicing and celebrating his arrival. “
“To the Bailey Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful and difficult time. May the many happy memories that you shared with Robbie provide you with comfort in the days ahead.”
“John & Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“I am so sorry for your loss and my prays go out to you and your family at this time. My God’s loving arms wrap you and your family in love and peace during this diffcult journey “
“Kim,I am so very, very sorry for the loss of your dad. I know how much you loved him and the hole this leaves in your heart. Please find comfort in knowing that he knew how very much he was loved by all, and in knowing that now he is whole and healthy again, and no longer in pain, at the right side of the Father. Physically he is gone, but the love, laughter, and bond that you shared is but a memory away and with you at all times. Hold on to that with all your might and it will help you get through the hard days ahead. Hugs to you dear friend, and prayers for peace and comfort.”
“Kim, I am very sorry for the loss of your father. I know a fathers love is like no other! Please take comfort in knowing he is now in peace and no more pain while in the presence of our Lord. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Alice – my prayers are with you and your family – take one day at a time and God will help you and your family in this sad time in your life – will see you again when I come up from FL – take care my friend – Barbara “
“I will always remember Mr. Bailey as a true gentleman. He was a great man, and we will all miss him. Prayers and thoughts are with you all. “
“John, Karen and family. We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Bailey Family, So sorry to hear about Robbie, he was a wonderful man. Take care. God Bless. “
“We are so sorry to hear of Robbie’s passing. Our prayers and sympathy go out to all. He has touched so many people, that sweet smile, gentle kindness, will truly be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. May he rest in peace. “
“We are so sorry for the loss of such a good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and he will always be remembered with great affection.”
“Mrs. Bailey, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your husband Robbie. He was definitely a wonderful and kind man. I hope that all of the good things that have been said of him gives you comfort and hope to go on. You should be blessed to have shared so many wonderful years with him. May God continue to bless you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. “
“John,Karen and family im so sorry for your loss, Mr B was a special person he never had anything bad to say. He was always a good very caring man and special friend I will miss him but he will never be forgotten. God bless him he, is now in the lords hands looking down on you so when you need him just look over your shoulder, he be will there for you. “
“Alice and Family, so sorry to hear of Robbie’s death. Our prayers are with you. Angels will watch over our little alter boy. .”
“Alice, John, Kim, Karen and Family, Very sorry for your loss. I have known Robbie for a long time and he was always a caring person. He always had a smile and hello. Keep all the wonderful memories close to your heart and it will help you get thru this sad time. RIP Robbie!”
“Sending you all my deepest sympathy. God Bless you!”
“I am so sorry for the loss of your dad Kim. I know how VERY special he is to you. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time. Love, Toni Inscoe”
“Just heard about Robbie. He and I were in school together and I always remember he was such a nice person, very quiet and a true gentlemen. My prayers are with you and your family.”
“Alice and family, you are in our prayers. Always know that Robbie is walking with you every step of the way until you meet again. He is at peace now and no longer suffering.”
“I am truly sorry for your loss. He was a good man. I know you all will miss him. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.Mr Bailey was always so happy and greeted everyone with a smile. I enjoyed singing with him in the church choir. He is suffering no more pain. May you find comfort in all the thoughts and prayers of those around you. May he rest in peace.”
“Alice, Kim and John….It’s hard to lose a Dad and husband, especially one as liked and respected as Robbie. I remember fondly the camping trips you took with Meg tagging along. It made a special memory for her, one she still talks about today. Thank you for sharing that part of your family life with my daughter. Jay”
“Dear Alice and family, We are so sad for your loss. Please be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers for you during this time. He was a wonderful man and may you find comfort from your many friends.”
“Kim- I am so, so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Alice, John, & Kim, I’m so glad I had the chance to meet and work with “John Boy” as I always called him, for 10 years. What fun he was to work with, then after that a lifetime of friendship. I thank God for that. He was such a kind, hard working, thoughtful man and a dear friend to all. I am broken hearted that we no longer have him with us. But our precious memories live on forever. May God bless you and your families and give you grace and strength. He will be greatly missed. “
“Alice, John&Kim, “So sorry to hear of Robbie passing. May the Lord bless and keep you in his care. You are in my thoughts and prayers.””
“Alice, Janice and I are so sad to hear of Robbie’s passing. Robbie was always so kind to everyone and we are so blessed have been able to call you and Robbie our friends. Even though we are no longer in the area – when we think of St. Mary’s County we will always think of our friends like Robbie for those good times and the way we were welcomed in the county upon our arrival. The world was blessed by his presence.”
“Alice and family, Hold on to your memories, and let them guide you during this time of sadness. God Bless.”
“John Karen family god bless you just remember you will always have lasting memories”
“Cathy and family thinking of you all and will keep everyone in our prayers please let us know if there is anything we can do”
“Alice, John & Kim, We were sorry to hear about the passing of Robbie. Find comfort in knowing that he is resting in peace now without any more pain. Hold you many wonderful memories close to your heart.”
“Alice & family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Robbie. Rest assured he is in the best hands now. Love, Michael, John, Lori & Gerald”
“To the family of Robbie, I am deeply sorry for the passing of Robbie. He was a gentle and kind man who will be missed. Robbie always had a smile on his face and kind words to say. I pray that God will give you strength through this difficult time. “
“Mr. B was such a gentleman and a wonderful person. I told him one time, he reminded me of Alan Jackson and could sing like him. He told me he wish he could. He always had a smile. I know this is a very difficult time for you all, but he left you with wonderful memories to cherish for life. Love Ellen Mae”
“My sincerest condolences to the Bailey Family. You have lost a truly outstanding individual. During the time I have known Robbie, and that’s considerable time, there has never been a time he was not a gentleman. Our golfing group has lost several members the last few year but none will be missed more that Robbie.”
“Alice and Family: I am So sorry for your loss. He has received his REWARD and is Resting in the Loving Arms of Our Lord and Savior. God Bless you…”
“So sorry for your family’s loss. Robbie was a wonderful man, so very gentle yet so full of fun. He made me laugh at his many jokes and pranks. He was a true southern gentleman, so loving and so conscious of other people’s needs. I will always have my many wonderful memories of Robbie, when he was well and you will too. I hope those memories make the next few months easier to bear. We will all miss him, along with your families. My prayers are with you, each and every day. God bless you all.”
“To Robbie’s Family: We are very sorry for your loss. A very special gentleman has gone but he will never be forgotten. He left so many beautiful memories and those memories will live on and become treasures to love and hold dear in your heart forever. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Robbie, you will be missed.”
“Alice, John, Kim and families, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficulet time. Keep all those happy memories close to your heart and that will help you find peace. Hugs to you all.”
“Alice and family, I was saddened to learn of Robbie’s passing. My sympathy to you during this difficult time. He is resting peacefully with our lord. “
“John and Karen, I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know what devastation it brings to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“To Kim and family we offer our deepest condolences and love. Suffering is a disguise of a testimony to our Lord. We may be granted a bond of Grace under his wing. Blessing and love.”
“Dear Kim and family, I will keep you in my prayers and hope that you all find peace in the days to come. God bless you all and may he keep you safe as you grieve. Peace, Rose Brinkmann”