Percy "Papa Joe" Bailey, 78, of 40 W. 5th St., Emporium, died at Elk Haven Nursing Home, St. Marys on Saturday (September 3, 2011) morning. He was born October 12, 1932 in Sinnamahoning a son of the late Bruce and Gladys Summerson Bailey.
Mr. Bailey graduated from Emporium High School and served with the US Army during the Korean War. Joe retired from Keller Oil in St. Marys where he worked for many years and drove many miles during his employment. He later worked for GKN as a night watchmen and a driver. He was a member of the Sinnamahoning and Sterling Run United Methodist Churchs. He enjoyed painting, fishing, the Pittsburgh Steelers, playing softball and sponsoring the "Pappa Joes" Softball team.
Surviving:
Daughter: Brenda Bailey and Ken Horning, Emporium
Son: Randy Bailey, Driftwood
Son: P.J. Bailey and his wife Carissa, Universal City, TX
2 Grandchildren : Shane and Joelle Bailey
Sister: Maxine Weinhardt, Williamsport
Sister: Ella Mae Gribble, Emporium
Several: Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in Death By:
Parents: Bruce and Gladys Summerson Bailey
The family will greet friends at the church one hour prior to the service.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Sinnemahoning United Methodist Church
Route 120, Sinnemahoning on Tuesday, (September 6, 2011) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Timothy Rogers, Pastor officiating. A Military Service will be accorded by the Cameron County Memorial Detail following the memorial service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Sterling Run United Methodist Church, c/o Rev. Timothy Rogers, 6446 Gardner Hill Rd., Weedville, PA 15868
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
Barnett Funeral home entrusted with arrangements.
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