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~