Mother
We had a wonderful mother, one who
never really grew old
Her smile was made of sunshine, and
her heart was solid gold
Her eyes were as bright as shining stars,
and in her cheeks fair roses you see
We had a wonderful mother, and that's
the way it will always be
But take heed, because shes still keeping an eye on all of us
So lets make sure she will like what she sees
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~Your Loving Children~
(Paflfiearers - TCower <Bearers
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(grandsons Vshers
Acknowledgements
Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in your chair.
Perhaps you sent a floral arrangement, if so we saw it there.
Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friend could
say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us
that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts,
We thank you so much, whatever the part.
~The Family-
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November 23, 1931 - February 18, 2018
Saturday, February 24, 2018
Two Ocbocf^in the afternoon
GREATER YOUNG ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
405 Sand Bar Ferry Road, Augusta, GA
Reverend William B. Blount, Sr. - Pastor
06ituary
She Openeth Her Mouth With
Wisdom; find The Law Of
%indness Is On Her Longue.
(proverbs 31:26
On Sunday, February 18, 2018, an
angel slipped into the bedroom at
103 East Watkins Street and quietly took Bessie Black
Bailey by the hand and led her to her heavenly home.
Bessie Bailey was bom November 23, 1931 in
Bamberg, SC. She was one of eight children bom to the
late Governor and Azalee Hightower Black.
Mrs. Bailey was a devoted member of the Greater
Young Zion Baptist Church where she served tirelessly
on the food committee and the Senior Choir.
She was married to the late George Thomas Bailey, Jr.
To this union seven children were bom.
She was employed by H. S. Cress and Pullman Hall.
She leaves to cherish her memory, seven children; Mary
Cathy Bailey, Patricia (Michael) Freeman, of
Augusta, GA; Robert (Lynn) Bailey, Summerville, SC;
Sara Annette (Harold) Campbell, Bowie, MD; Bernice
(James Harvey) Wilson, Augusta, GA Dorothy (Andrew)
Martin, Jackson, SC; Eugene (Sandra) Bailey, Hephzibah,
GA, 22 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; one brother
Joe Nathan Black of Summerville, SC; two sister in laws
Mrs. Ruth Black, and Mrs. Willa Black; one god daughter
Betty Palmer, a dear friend Mrs. Julia Jones, and a host of
nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.
Order of Service
Presiding Minister, Reverend WF Hampton
GYZ Associate Minister
Processional
Scripture..........................Reverend WF Hampton
Old Testament & New Testament
Prayer........................Reverend A. J. Saunders
Solo..........................Brother Edwin Hamilton
Acknowledgements..................Sister Eamestine Bell
Selection.........................GYZ Music Ministry
Reflections.......................Limit 2 Minutes Please
Church.........Deacon Reggie Collins
Grandson..............Christian Bailey
Son.........Elder R obert L. Bailey, Sr.
Selection...........................GYZ Music Ministry
Eulogy.................Reverend William B. Blount, Sr.
Recessional
Interment.........................Walker Memorial Park
611 Laney Walker Boulevard, Augusta, GA
REPAST
Greater Young Zion Baptist Church
Fellowship Hall
Our (Darting grandma
A woman of extreme strength, courage and love
who was beautiful, soft and now peaceful and free as a dove
Someone who our admiration was built around
who could comfort our hearts without making a sound
Our Darling Grandma, we will forever hold in our hearts
your strength as a wonderful mother to our mothers and fathers
and the wisdom you were so kind to impart.
Our Darling Grandma, we will always respect
all you went through in your hardships and your ability to hold
yourself with such dignity and pride in all your days
your beauty shines in us all who were lucky to be part of your
devoted family.
We will carry you in our eyes, minds, and hearts.
Our Darling Grandma, we promise to hold close all you have
taught us and to remember the beautiful woman we owe our lives to
for giving us life, to blessing us with strong inner spirit and courage,
her unconditional love and her contagious laughter, for being such a
person we will hold deep in our hearts now and here after.
Our Darling Grandma, You are
taking a little part of us with you as
you follow your angels who will
guide you to your precious place,
May you look down on us with pride
on what you brought into this world
with dignity and grace.
Our Darling Grandma, as you enter
your heavenly home, may you rest in
peace as you deserve, for you will be
truly missed and remembered for
your love and honor in which we
will preserve. We love you always and forever.
~Your Loving Grandchildren~