George A. Bailey, Sr. passed away at his home on Friday, August 28, 2020 at the age of 71. He was preceded in death by his parents, L.D. and Ima Milde Bailey; daughter, Shannon Bailey; brother, L.D. Bailey Jr.; and sisters, Raylane Leonard and Shirley Warden. He is survived by his children, Tina Bailey (Robert Tapia Jr.), George Bailey Jr., and Terry Lee Bailey (Krissy Zimmerman); his grandchildren: Brandon, Danielle, Brianna, Josh, Justin, Destiny, Cameron, George III, Skyler, Alyssa, and Olivia; and great-grandchildren: Emma, Liam, Hunter, Rylee, Sophia, Sammie Jo, Logan and Mack. Also survived by his sisters, Patricia Arnold (Alvin) and Melody Wills. He will also be missed by a host of nieces and nephews.
George proudly served in the U.S. Army for three years during the Vietnam War. He was a dedicated employee for Pellerin Milnor for 18 years. He was a loyal customer and enjoyed his daily visits to Dots Diner on Williams Blvd. George enjoyed riding his motorcycle in honor of fellow Veterans on Veterans Day.
Services will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA 70001 with visitation beginning at 2:00 pm and the service starting at 5:00 pm. Please note that due to the current State restrictions visitation is limited to 50 people so close friends and family only are permitted. Masks are required.
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