Lee Bailey
Lee Bailey eldest daughter of Don and Effie Bell was born in Kent on February 23, 1917 and pass away on December 20, 2015 at her home.
Her husband Tom Bailey, brother Don Bell and sister Marcella Blankenship preceded her in death. She is survived by her sons, Bob (Joan), Brian (Lynn) and Greg, 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
She attended Kent Schools where she took part in school activities, loved dancing, sports and acting in school plays. She attended the UW for a year. In 1937 she met Tom Bailey and they were married on December 26, 1938. They were married for 71 years. They raised their boys on Scenic Hill in Kent, and enjoyed their home on Lake Meridian during the summer months. She was a member of the Orthopedic Guild, St. James Episcopal Church, and Valley Chapter #72 Order of the Eastern Star.
Her family was her life whom she loved deeply. Per her wishes, there will be no memorial service.
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