Jackie Gerson Bailey, age 67, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 in his home, surrounded by his loved ones.
Services were held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel. Burial with military honors was held in Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation washeld 2:00-3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Mr. Bailey was born August 28, 1949 in Dillon, SC. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After arriving home from serving his country overseas, Mr. Bailey earned his Associate’s degree and then began a 23- year long career at the Wix Filtration Plant in Dillon.
Mr. Bailey married his sweetheart, Dora Harriett Williams Bailey, on July 15, 1969 and three children, four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild later came from this loving union.
Two things were certain, he loved his family and he loved the Lord. Seldom would anyone ever spend time with Mr. Bailey without leaving feeling encouraged or laughing; whether it be through him taking time to pray with them or him telling one of his quick-witted jokes.
Survivors include his wife, Dora Harriett Bailey; children, Theresa (Chad) Hensley of Latta, SC, Rebecca (David) Goodwin of Marion, SC, Gary Bailey of Rock Hill, SC; grandchildren, Christian (Brooke) Hensley, Sierra Hensley, Macey Goodwin, and Brandon Bailey; great-grandchild, Huck Hensley; siblings, James Bailey, Catherine (William) Townsend and Chris Bailey; and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends.
Mr. Bailey was preceded in death by his father, Jack Gerson Bailey; his mother, Francis Bailey Huggins; and his sister, Jo Eve Joye.
Mr. Bailey may be absentfrom this world but we can rest assured knowing he is present with the Lord, leaving behind a loving, Christian legacy for all who were blessed enough to know him.