William Edward "Eddie" Bailey
March 11, 1936 ~ December 15, 2020
William Edward “Eddie” Bailey,84, of Bushwood, MD passed away in his home on December 15, 2020. Eddie was the son of the late Mignette Cullins Bailey and Samuel M. Bailey, Sr. Eddie was the loving husband of the late Patricia Ann Bailey “Patsy whom he married on July 26, 1958 in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD and who preceded him in death on May 26, 2016. Eddie is survived by his children Donna L. Mattingly (Richard), William E. Bailey, Jr. (Kim) and Jacqueline Buckler (Kevin) all of Bushwood, MD. Along with eight grandchildren Rick Mattingly, Grant Mattingly, Sarah La Duca, Bailey Buckler, Blair Buckler, Ryleigh Buckler, Maddie Bailey, and Will Bailey. Eight great great grandchildren; Madison Mattingly, Jackson Mattingly, Reagan La Duca, Bella Mattingly, Corbyn La Duca, Leighton La Duca, Aly Iqebal, and Jordan Gant. Siblings Lucille Doepkins of Chaptico, MD, Catherine Swann of Bushwood, MD, Samuel M. Bailey, Jr. of Colton’s Point, MD, Bernard Bailey of Leonardtown, MD and good friend James Banagan. Eddie also leaves behind his dog “Charlie Brown”. He was preceded in death by his sister Beatrice Tippett.
Eddie was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident and graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1954.
Eddie was the owner of Bailey’s Catering, Olde Breton Inn for 60 plus years.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD. Due to COVID-19 a Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM with Father Stephen Wyble officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bushwood, MD. Serving as Pallbearers will be J. Richard (Rick) Mattingly, III, Grant E. Mattingly, J. Bailey Buckler, Blair C. Buckler, William (Will) Edward Bailey, III, and Joel R. La Duca. Honorary Pallbearers will be Sarah B. La Duca Ryleigh A. Buckler, Aly Iqebal, Jordan Gant, Madelyn A. Bailey, Johnny Wathen, Mark Kovalcik, Sylvia Thompson, Dana Russell, Madison La Duca, Reagan La Duca, Corbyn La Duca, Leighton La Duca, Ray Bailey, Mark Moir, Jackson Mattingly, and Bella Mattingly.
Contributions can be made to ACTS (A Community That Shares) P.O. Box 54 Bushwood, MD 20618, and Seventh Dist. Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609.
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A finer man than Eddie Bailey would be hard to fine. He loved his family first and then the community and helped so many people, churches and organizations. He had a personality like no other and never met a stranger. How proud I (Carol Ann)am to have had him as an uncle. He leaves behind a loving family who gave him the best of care during his illness. He was so very proud of his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and loved his siblings and their families. So many will miss him. Rest in peace Eddie.
Our sincerest sympathy to all the family and many friends. Eddie was a great man and dear friend over the years. He will be greatly missed by us and so many others. He was “one of the Seventh District’s finest gentleman” and his friendship was a treasure to us and so many. May God bless him now for all his kindness and may you all find comfort in knowing he touched so many lives and is now resting in peace with Patsy again. ❤️
Be assured of our love and prayers.
To the entire Bailey Family,
Our sincere condolences to all and prayers of blessing for Eddie and all of you. Eddie was such a great man . He honored his country county and family through his actions and kindnesses his entire life. He was one who never met a stranger…My first thought upon hearing of his passing was the Irish wish of being in heaven before the devil knew you died. And I will drink that toast to him later…and the other thought was I ate more of his meals as an adult over the years than I ate at my mother’s table and sorry but Eddie had her beat in the fried chicken / fried oyster category and I loved his country green beans… such a great man
May God bless all
RIP Eddie. My condolences to the family.
Eddie was and will always be one of the good ones the best person I or anyone would have the plusher of meeting. He always remembered everyone and had a story to tell. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Bailey family and friends. Gone to soon. I will truly miss running into him . Rest in piece my friend.
Our County was fortunate to have had Eddie Bailey as a leader and friend. A family man, who passed along much wisdom to all who asked, helped countless people in his community. God will Bless him and his family. We’ll all miss him, but never forget him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bailey family…..
I am so sorry for the passing of Eddie. He was a man of the people of St. Mary’s and strangers were only friends that he had not met. My deepest condolences to the family and may God bless Eddie and his family. He will be missed by all and his legacy will affect many future generations.
My deepest sympathies to the entire Bailey family. Eddie was a one of a kind, genuine and gentle soul. He will be missed by many!
We feel we have been blessed to know Eddie. What a wonderful, kind and influential man he has been for so many people. His life has touched countless other lives and he will be long remembered for his kindness and generosity.
Eddie was a great man and fun to be around. He would take the time to stop and talk about life, auctions and of course politics. He was blessed with a great family and he touched the lives of thousands of people as well. The memory of his good works will never be forgotten. Donna, Bill and Jackie, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of this fine man.
Bill, Donna, Jacqueline and all the Baily family. We are so sorry for your loss. Eddie was such a good friend of mine, my dad, my grandpa, and all of the Johnson family here in Morganza. He was one of the really good guys that we are sometimes blessed to meet and know in life. He did so much for this county and St. Mary’s will sorely miss him. We trust that he is now at peace in the arms of our Lord, and now reunited with your mom, the love of his life. Our prayers are with you all as you deal with your loss this Christmas season.
So sad to hear of Eddie’s passing. Truly a good man who leaves quite a legacy, not only as a county leader but if you ever ate one of his meals you will never forget it. We have lost one of the good ones.
Our sincere condolences to the Bailey family. Eddie was a dear friend and will be missed by all..
Sincerely,
Bud Virts
I remember as a kid, going to his restaurant on the weekends. He and Patsy always had the best food. Eddie would come to our table and talk with my parents. These are memories I treasure! He is going to be missed!
Yvette
Sending lots of love and hugs to my Bailey cousins. Uncle Eddie was a great man. He was the most generous person I’ve ever known. I always enjoyed talking with him. I will miss him. Much love to all of you. ❤️
I want to mention that Mr.Bailey was a supporter of the Southern Maryland Red Cross ( Director Mike Zabco ).
Mr Bailey supported us with the loan ,free of charge ,of equipment for some of our fund raising events.
Through his charitable kindness we were able to better serve the citizens of Southern Maryland .
With Gratitude .
In Prayer
Lawrence E Thomas Jr
Calvert County Disaster Assistance Coordinator
So sadden my the news of Eddies passing. A wonderful man and family. I am sure Patsy met him at the gate.
Love and prayers to all.
Ourthoughts are with the Bailey family.
Donna, Bill and Jackie, Sending our most sincere condolences and love to you and your families. You were blessed to have such a great dad and we were all blessed to have known such a kind, generous and witty man. Having a visit with Eddie always gave us a laugh and left us with a smile. I will never forget him and also the great stories of the mischief he and my dad enjoyed back in the day! May you find comfort in your precious memories of your dad. And may he rest in peace.
Our deepest condolence to the Bailey family, May Eddie rest-in peace and be in the hands of the Lord. God Bless
We send our deepest sympathy to the entire Bailey family. Eddie will truly be missed by the St. Mary’s community. He was a good friend to us and our family and we will never forget him. God Bless.
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Eddie was A-1all around person. He loved all people and would help anyone. He was a good family man. Family was first. His love was shared my many who will miss him. Now he is in Patsy’s hand Rest in Peace
Seventh District has loss an icon. Eddie Bailey is one of the finest people I have ever met. I always enjoyed talking to him, especially during the political season or when he was catering at the firehouse. I will miss you Eddie. He always looked out for the Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services. Godspeed Eddie Bailey!
Joe Cooper, Past Chief
Ridge VFD
A true public servant who was totally devoted to this County has left us. Few ever rise to the level of loving his community and being loved by his community as this man. He will be sorely missed as a friend to so many, not just from St. Mary’s County, but across this State and beyond. He was a true inspiration to so many of us in his role as a community leader, businessman, husband to Patsy, and father to Bill, Donna and Jacqueline.
Eddie will be welcomed in heaven, not for being a Saint, but for living such a full life and showing us all how to be kind to everyone he met and doing so much for others.
To The Entire Bailey Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Eddie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.