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Samuel Bailey

January 1, 1935 - July 26, 2022
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Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 |
Sunday 7/31, 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm

Master Sergeant (Ret.) Samuel Bailey, USAF, 87, husband of Alice J. Bailey of Pelzer, died Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at home.

Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Cullen and Roxie Bailey Martin.

Mr. Bailey served his country as a member of the United States Air Force for 21 years. He retired from Michelin as a supervisor after 16 years of employment. He was a longtime member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Simpsonville. He was an avid gardener and loved to farm.

In addition to his wife of 29 years, he is survived by four children, Edward Bailey, Carrol Bailey, Belinda Williams, and Anita Fortune; three bonus daughters, Romunda Little, Dana Williams, and Tammie Williams; brother, Cullen Martin, Jr.; two sisters, Patricia Beeks and Sandra Beeks-Raine; nineteen grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Billy Smith; two brothers, Nathaniel Martin and Albert Martin; and a sister, Bessie Lee Gatlin.

There will be a public viewing on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown. The Funeral Service will be on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown.

Friends are encouraged to leave condolence messages for the family by clicking on the button labeled “Leave A Message, Share A Memory” below.

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Service
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Sunday 7/31, 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm

Master Sergeant (Ret.) Samuel Bailey, USAF, 87, husband of Alice J. Bailey of Pelzer, died Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at home. Born in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Cullen and Roxie Bailey Martin. Mr. Bailey served his country as a member of the United States Air Force for 21 years. HeContinue Reading

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Tom, Kellee, and Danni Danehey left a message on August 1, 2022:
Mrs. Bailey, sorry for your loss. We hope this plant can be of comfort.
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The Martin Family left a message on July 31, 2022:
To the Family of Samuel Bailey from The Martin Family. May he Rest In Peace, we love and we are goi to miss you.
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Lodemia James Lopes left a message on July 30, 2022:
My prayers are with you all in this time of sadness. May you find peace and comfort knowing that God open His arms for Sammy and welcome him into his room where there will be no more pain and suffering. Special love and prayers.
Christy and Nigel Long (Charlotte, NC) left a message on July 30, 2022:
Dear Dana, , We are thinking of you during this difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers. Much love, Christy and Nigel Long
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A tree was also planted in memory of Samuel Bailey
Jimmy, Barbie & Taylor Plyler left a message on July 30, 2022:
Grandma Alice & the family, We are very sorry for your loss of someone you loved so dearly?. We only met him a few times but Sam was a very kind soul with a gentle spirit. We know he is in a better place but he will be missed by all who loved him. Heartfelt prayers & sympathy for all of you??
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Ollie , Jeffrey& Kevin left a message on July 29, 2022:
We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
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Cynthia Chapman left a message on July 29, 2022:
Dearest Alice, fondest memories of you and Sam. May the Lord continue to comfort and guide the family through this difficult time.
Anonymous left a message on July 29, 2022:
Praying for the family. From Brenda Blander & Kathy Little.
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Treva Davis left a message on July 28, 2022:
Alice, So sorry to hear about your loss. My prayer are with you and your family.
Drs. Greg & Velinda Simmons left a message on July 28, 2022:
Dad and Sammy, proud and honorable military servicemen..... Our love and prayers always family.
James David Fair left a message on July 28, 2022:
Deepest Sympathies to the Bailey family from James David Fair and family. Rest in Peace Mr. Bailey. Don't give no trouble up there.
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A tree was also planted in memory of Samuel Bailey
James Fair left a message on July 28, 2022:
My deepest condolences to Alice the Bailey family, the extended family and friends. Mr Bailey made an impression on me as a man that was a lot of fun. He was a "Joker" (always making people laugh) that enjoyed life and his family. He will be dearly missed. May his memory be a blessing to all that knew him. God bless you Sir.
Ivie Mayes Kirksey left a message on July 28, 2022:
My condolences to the family; May God give you comfort during these times.
Tasha Smith White left a message on July 28, 2022:
Dear Family, Mr. Sam worked at Michelin with my Daddy Ed Smith and he always came by Dads carlot to sit and chat with him. My prayers and condolences are with you at this time and the months to come. May God watch over you!! Tasha Smith White
Anonymous left a message on July 27, 2022:
With deepest sympathy, from sisters Sandra and Patricia, and Bro. in law Charles Raine.
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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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