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Charles Bailey, Jr

October 9, 1937 — February 7, 2019

Charles Bailey Jr, 81, of Cumru Twp., went home to be with our lord in heaven of February 7, 2019 surrounded by his family during a short respite stay at Manor Care West Reading.

Born in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, he was the son of the late Charles (Charlie) and Willie (Belle May) Bailey.

He was employed by Stanley G. Flagg in Stowe, PA for 38 years and Security Guards Inc. for 15 years. Charles was a local independent cement contractor and grocery store owner. Charles loved animals throughout his life until the end. He enjoyed cigars and was an avid Eagles Football Fan. The family would like to thank the Heartland Hospice staff for their support in care.

Charles was predeceased by his wife: Yvonne (Delp) Bailey in 2015, and 3 sisters: Alma Tonsil, Emma Hill, and Wilma Evans.

Surviving are his four children: Charles Craig Bailey of Sinking Spring, Christine Bailey of Cumru Twp., Mark Bailey, husband of Ginger of Muhlenberg and Todd Bailey, husband of Angela of Sinking Spring. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren: Todd Bailey, Marcus Jones, Jaden Bailey, Mariah Bailey, Keagen Bailey, and Danny Murray; brother: Arthur Bailey, husband of Lois of Reading; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at St. John Baptist de LaSalle, R.C. Church, 42 Kerrick Rd., Shillington, on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 10:00AM. The family will receive friends and relatives at church from 9-9:45AM. The interment will follow the Mass at Gethsemane Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League of Berks County, 58 Kennel Road, Birdsboro, PA 19508.

Whelan-Schwartz Funeral Home of Reading is in charge of arrangements; online condolences may be made at www.whelanschwartz.com

Visitation

St. John Baptist de LaSalle R.C. Church
42 Kerrick Road
Shillington, PA 19607

Wednesday, February 13, 2019
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Service

St. John Baptist de LaSalle R.C. Church
42 Kerrick Road
Shillington, PA 19607

Wednesday, February 13, 2019
10:00 AM
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