Donald (Don) Bailey, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at the age of 91. Don died peacefully at home with his beloved children by his side. His tireless love and devotion to his family were evident in his final moments. In addition to coaching little league baseball, he was also active in cub scouts. He never turned down the opportunity to drive bus for the Susquehanna Valley school district sporting events and late bus runs. He was an avid outdoors man who enjoyed fishing and hunting.
Don was born on June 17, 1930, to mother Darlene. An only child, Don enlisted in the Marines and was a Korean War Veteran. He was a member of the 1st Marine Division and one of the "Frozen Chosin".
At the end of the war, Donald returned to New York where he met Theresa Birmingham and they married and raised their five children in Conklin, NY.
Donald was preceded in death by his mother Darlene Bailey, Theresa Bailey devoted mother of his five children, son Bruce, grandson Josh, and his second wife Betty. He is survived by his children Brian and Suzette Bailey, Keith and Kristine Bailey, Karen and Bill Canini, Michael Bailey, and Daughter-in-law Angela Bailey, Virginia; ten grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
People wishing to honor Don’s lifelong commitment to family and community please make donations to a charity of your choice.
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