J G Bailey

J. G. Bailey, 90, of Hamilton, passed away at 9:20 PM, Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage. J. was born March 16, 1934, in Marshall, Arkansas. He worked for Electro-Metals and Foote Mineral for over 20 years. He enjoyed fishing and mushrooming. He also enjoyed carpentry and playing pool, but his greatest joy came from time with his children and grandchildren, whom he dearly loved. In 1953, J. G. was united in marriage to Luella Pearl Taylor, his wife of 71 years. J. is survived by his wife, Luella, of Hamilton; two children, Thomas Bailey of Hamilton and Lisa McWhortor of Anamosa, Iowa; three grandchildren, Mandi (Michael) Eid, Dustin (Kellie Sperfslage) McWhortor and Dakota McWhortor; several great grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Sue Howe of Fairfield, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Johnny Jones; and a sister, Betty Groves. Private services will be held, and burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery in Hamilton. Printy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.