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Obituary For Thomas Lamar Bailey
Thomas Bailey, 88, of Phenix City, AL passed on Monday, August 11, 2025 in Columbus GA.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3755 South Seale Road, Phenix City, AL with Bro. Michael Parker, officiating.
Thomas L. Bailey, affectionately known as “Thom” or “Tommy”, was born on July 28, 1937, in Phenix City, Alabama, to the late Roosevelt and Willie Bell Bailey.
On June 1, 1968, in Thomaston, Georgia, Thom dedicated his life to Jehovah God through water baptism. From that day forward, he devoted his life to sharing Bible truths with others. He was a faithful and active member of the West Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Phenix City, where he served as a ministerial servant.
On September 20, 1958, Thom married the love of his life, Lillie Belle Cooper. Together, they shared 66 wonderful years of marriage.
Throughout his career, Thomas worked at several companies, including Tom’s Foods, W.C. Bradley, HAJOCA Plumbing, and Dolly Madison.Even after his retirement, his steadfast work ethic inspired him to return to the workforce, where he served with dedication as a security guard for Securitas Security.
Thom loved traveling with his family, listening to music, and had a deep passion for football—especially when watching games with his beloved wife. He was well known for his great sense of humor, his homemade pepper sauces, and his trademark greeting, calling everyone “Hey Tiger!” when names slipped his mind.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Roosevelt and Willie Bell Bailey, and his siblings: Murphy, Charles, Ruthie, Diane, Roger, Roosevelt Jr., Earsley, and Larry.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Lillie Belle Bailey; five children, Gloria Kirk, Sylvia Bailey, Shari (Milton) Giles, Janice (Joel) Thomas, and Jameka Bailey; two grandsons, Xavier (Victoria) Bailey, and Thomas Jamal Bailey; two great-grandchildren, Bryson and Brynlee Bailey; two sisters, Shirley Gaines and Delphine McCoy; a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, spiritual brothers and sisters, and friends.
Thom will be remembered for his love of laughter and his ability to strike up a conversation with anyone he met. To his daughters, he was truly the best daddy in the universe.
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Add A CondolenceThis is Linda Aiken... you have our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Our dear Brother Bailey was dearly loved by all and will truly be missed. My fondest memory is how pleasant he always was when visiting my sister. Always a kind word of laughter. Hold your memories close and surly will make you smile even in sad times. Love to all. Aiken and Alexander family.
Dearest Bailey Family, my deepest sympathy. May Jehovah God continue to give you courage and strength during this difficult time. We're longing for the fulfillment of Revelation 21:4 "death will be no more." Warm Sisterly Love, Dianne(Parker)Oliver ParkerOliver
To Mrs. Janice Thomas and The Bailey family, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
On behalf of the staff at Securitas security we give our deepest condolences to the family.
My sincere condolences to all my Bailey Family. Praying for some comfort during this trying time. Tommy was such a sweet and caring Brother in law. A loving Father to his girls and his wife Bell. He was the best brother to his sisters kitty and Peaches and his late brothers and most recent Larry Sr. Get your rest in Heaven.............Lean and Spooter
Mr. Thomas Bailey was the kindest man you will ever meet. Always met and greeted me with a smile. Sending my love, thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Bailey, Jameka, Sylvia, Janice and the entire Bailey family. Flora Miles
Rest peacefully, knowing you are deeply loved and will never be forgotten- Love Larry Bailey Jr., Ravonna, and Tatyanna.❤️🕊️
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
