Bailey, Stanley

Bailey, Stanley W. "Stan"

Bailey, Stanley W. "Stan" passed away peacefully on October 20, 2023, in Springfield, Ohio at the age of 93. He was born on April 11, 1930, in Springfield. Stan was an outdoorsy individual who found joy in exploring the natural world. He had a deep love for hiking in Clifton Gorge and John Bryan State Park, bike riding, astronomy, aviation, woodworking, and music. Stan's adventurous spirit led him to appreciate the beauty of nature and the wonders of the universe. In 1986, Stan retired as a Lab Technician at Vernay Laboratories in Yellow Springs, Ohio, after dedicating many years of service to his career. Stan will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his two daughters, Andrea (Dave) Chockey of Bellbrook and Melissa (Dana) Cooley of Springfield. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, who will cherish his memory. Stan's beloved dog, Bobby, was a constant companion and source of comfort and held a special place in his heart. Stan was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Ladonna Bailey, his father, Stanley T. Bailey, his mother, Florence Bailey, his sister, Gwendolyn (Carl) Stilwell, his brothers, Edwin Bailey and Roger Bailey, and his sister Janice (George) Grindle. A memorial service to honor and celebrate Stan's life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday in CONROY FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Richard Johnson officiating. His family will receive friends ½ hour prior, beginning at 2:30 p.m. Stan will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

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