Thursday, September 18, 2014

Richard L. Bailey


Harrodsburg, KY

Richard L. Bailey, 76, formerly of Eaton, Indiana, passed away, Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at Signature Health Care.

Richard was born on January 6, 1938 in Muncie, Indiana, to Fred and Ethel (Cox) Bailey.  He served his country in the Army National Guard and was a member of the Amvets Post 23. 

Richard worked for Norfolk-Southern for many years, retiring in 1996. 

He is survived by his children: Lori Clements (Gary), Shonda Turner, Angie Schlechty (Steve), and Misty Smith (Jeremy), two brothers, Fred Bailey (Betty), and Chester “Chet” Bailey (Janice), seven grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter, as well as several nieces and newphews.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by a several brothers and sisters. 

A graveside funeral service with Military Rites by the Delaware County Veterans Honor Guard will be held at 12:00 Noon, on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at Gardens of Memory, Muncie, with Pastor Steve DeLisle officiating. 

Visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. at Pitman-Richman Funeral Home, 200 S. Hartford St., Eaton.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.watersfuneral homes.com.