Carolyn Rea Bailey, 77, beloved mother, passed away peacefully at Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020. She was a native of Martinsville and a longtime resident of Hampton.
She retired from Newport News Shipbuilding after 35 years of service. Carolyn was an active member of Liberty Baptist Church and loved to volunteer at Hampton Sentara. She also loved animals and was a charitable giver to many organizations.
Carolyn was preceded in rest by her parents, Joe and Letitia Rea; husband, Maine “Ray” Bailey; and sisters, Barbara Grogan and Elaine Joyce.
She is survived by her son, Anthony Todd Oakes (Beth) of Carrollton; sisters, Peggy Peters (Roger) of Pineville, Louisiana, and Linda Dorr (Richard) of Martinsville; stepchildren, Kevin Bailey and Debbie Walsh; and her constant companion, Meg Bailey.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 15, at Parklawn Memorial Park, 2551 Armistead Ave., Hampton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Baptist Church or the local SPCA.
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