Barry Don Bailey, 71, of West Fork, died Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at his home surrounded by family. Born November 21, 1949 at Fayetteville, Arkansas, to John Bailey, Jr. and Prella Mae Bailey.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Louis Wayne Bailey, and one sister-in-law Patricia Kathryn Bailey.
He is survived by his wife Sally and his son Scott, both of West Fork; one aunt, Jane Prince of Bentonville; one sister Joy Benjamen and her husband Gerald of Brentwood; his brother Jerry Bailey of Brentwood; in-laws Donna Bailey also of Brentwood; Susanne Reed, Nancy and James Fields all of Fort Smith, and Rick Roach of Carson City, Nevada; numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
He worked at APAC Central/McClinton Anchor for many decades as a shop supervisor. Graduate of Fayetteville High School class of 1968, he attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. He served in the US Army Reserves and later joined the US Air Force honorably discharged as Sergeant.
A religious service (because of current pandemic restrictions) of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, December 28, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Fayetteville presided by Fr. Jason Tyler. Interment to follow at the Fayetteville National Cemetery, under the direction of Beard’s Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
I will always remember my uncle for his since of humor. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Sally and Scott.
I will always remember my uncle for his since of humor. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Sally and Scott
Sorry to hear of his passing, I knew him from APAC, he always had a smile and a joke, he was a good man. RIP Barry, you’re with the angels now.
I always enjoyed Barry’s jokes and sense of humor. Great man.
I worked with Barry for many years at Apac, those were great times and we shared many a laugh, My sincere condolences to all the family. rest in peace my friend.
Sorry to hear of Barry’s passing. We had some great times in High School, cruising, playing board games, camping and all the rest. Wish we could have stayed more in touch later in life. He will be missed by a lot of people.
Ralph, I never knew you, but thank you for commenting about Barry. I do know that he has spoken of you in the past. Take care.
Barry and I were in RCIA together. He loved to tell stories and jokes and was fun to be around. He will be greatly missed.
Misty and Kevin
Thank you, Misty and Kevin.
Sally, So sorry to hear of Barry’s death. Always enjoyed your stories about Barry and Scott when we used to work together.
Carol! What a surprise to hear from you. Thank you for commenting. Yes, Barry and I had a good run of 47 years together.
Would love to catch up with you some day.
Our prayers are with you and your family, Sally.
Thank you, Stacy.❤️
Iam sorry for the loss of Barry. I remember him as kind and funny. The family is in my prayers.
Thank you!
Dear Sally and Scott,
I am so sorry for your loss. After talking to Scott, I feel that God is already helping you through this time.
I will be praying for you and your family.