Obituary of Jack Bailey
BAILEY, JACK (John)...
It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Jack Bailey on May 13th, 2021 at the age of 69, at CKHA after a long and courageous battle with kidney cancer.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend of 45 years, Bev (nee O’Hara), his children, Ryan (Bonnie), and Angie (Wayne) Nichols, sister, Becky (Ric) Rossini, and brothers Greg and David. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friend for 60 years, Brian Williams.
He is predeceased by his parents, Milton (2020) and Jean (Johnston) (1995) and sister, Beth (1956) and in-laws, Michael (1996) and Kathleen (2016) O’Hara.
Jack developed a passion for farming at a young age and farmed his entire life in Raleigh Township. He enjoyed vacationing in Florida, having drinks with friends and getting into mischief with Brian. Jack never hesitated to lend a helping hand to friends, neighbours, and strangers. He was a compassionate, caring, hard-working man who valued the importance of family.
Friends and extended family of Jack are invited to McKinlay Funeral Home, Chatham between the hours of 2:00pm-4:00pm and 7:00pm-9:00pm on Monday, May 17, 2021 as well as the hours of 10:00am-12:00pm on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 to share memories and time of fellowship. Due to current provincial COVID restrictions, those wishing to attend must sign up online at the following link https://signup.com/go/BJmffTi. Those who have not previously signed up will not be allowed into the visitation. Please note that all those in attendance must wear a mask. A private family service will be taking place at 1:00pm. Anyone wishing to join the funeral service may do so by viewing the live-stream which will be available by CLICKING HERE. Interment to follow in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Chatham.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. David Sullivan for his support and compassionate care, Dr. Kathryn Bailey who cared for him during his final days, the palliative care nurses at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Jon Ann Meko and the LHIN program.
Donations can be made at the funeral home to Kidney Cancer Canada, The War Amps - Ontario and Chatham Kent Health Alliance by Visa, Mastercard or cheque.
McKinlay Funeral Home 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham 519-351-2040
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