Herman Paul Bailey

1921 - 2017

Herman Paul Bailey obituary, 1921-2017, Lillian, FL

BORN

1921

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Oak Lawn Funeral Home

619 New Warrington Road

Pensacola, Florida

Herman Bailey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 21, 2017.

Herman Paul Bailey, 96, of Lillian, AL, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2017.
H. Paul Bailey was born on September 12, 1921 in Lancaster, South Carolina, the eldest son of Ira & Gertrude Bailey. In 1942, he married his love, Elsie Threatt in SC. Paul served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and fought in the Battle of Okinawa. In 1955, he and Elsie moved to Pensacola where he became a successful custom home builder, his career spanning 36 years. He loved spending time with his grandchildren at his paradise on Soldier Creek, sharing his passion for fishing. Paul is survived by his wife of 75 years, Elsie T. Bailey, and children - Ron Bailey (Peggy), Myra Walters (Lee), Paula Bounds, 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, sister Betty Baker of Lancaster, SC, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Oak Lawn Funeral Home on Monday, November 27 from 10:00-11:00 am, and the Service from 11:00-11:30 am. A private burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer you make a donation in Paul's honor to the Shriners Hospital or Wounded Warrior Project. Oak Lawn Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

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December 11, 2017

Suzanne Bailey

The photos represent a long, happy life surrounded by a loving family, lots of laughter and joyous times. Uncle Paul was a special person who made things happen for him and his loved ones. We were fortunate to have him as a leader in our family. Much love to you all.

November 29, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss.

November 27, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss.

November 26, 2017

Sister

BETTY BAKER

Paul was the first born of Gertrude and Ira Bailey, SR. My first memory of Paul was when he, W. T., and Roy came home from service was when they came home from the service in the early 1940's. Elsie always told me that she had a date with Paul that Sunday evening when I was born and he was late getting there, because he had to go get the doctor for mom. He has always been very special and has left a legacy for each person in his family to be proud of. Thank you for all the memories. Your younger sister....Betty

November 26, 2017

Melodye Zich

May God wrap his arms around you and bring you peace! He will be greatly missed!

November 26, 2017

Brad Legionnaires American Legion

Thank you for your service. May God be with the family during this most difficult time.

November 25, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss.

November 24, 2017

Caroline Bailey

Uncle Paul was a lovely person. I loved to talk with him on the phone. We would giggle and share stories of my dad and him growing up. He will always be in my heart and I will memorialize him forever. I know he is laughing along with my dad, Roy, Beatrice and JR. Peace be with the family. Love, Caroline Bailey

November 24, 2017

Charles Addison

November 23, 2017

Lanna Cox

What a special man! He told my sons about the artifacts he had found of the civil war, and give them some ammunition. They are grown young men now and still talk of this sweet man.
Our prayers for Mrs. Bailey and all the family. Lanna Cox

November 22, 2017

Barbara Coker

November 22, 2017

Barbara Coker

My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I will never forget my "fishing buddy".

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Oak Lawn Funeral Home

619 New Warrington Road, Pensacola, FL 32506

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11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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619 New Warrington Road, Pensacola, FL 32506

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