Richard Wendell Bailey, local resident of Owasso, Oklahoma, died Thursday, April 9, 2015, at the age of 58 years. He was born January 20, 1957, in Tokyo, Japan, to Robert Wendell and Tommie Maurine (Cooper) Bailey. He graduated from Bixby High School in the Class of 1975. He continued his education at OSU in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Richard married Tala Pele in Eureka Springs in January 2007. He worked at National Steak and Poultry in Owasso in facilities maintenance. He attended Church on the Move in Tulsa. Richard enjoyed a variety of pastimes – one of which was bowling; he owned bragging rights to a couple of perfect “300” games! He laughed readily and will be remembered for his tremendous work ethic, his warm smile and his big heart. He was full of God’s love, so it was easy for him to give love. He affirmed and validated the worth of people. Richard was a “doer” of the Word – always willing to lend a helping hand. He made a lasting difference in the lives of others. There is great comfort in knowing for sure that Richard is with Jesus and that we will see him again in heaven for eternity.
Loving family members include: His wife, Tala, of the home Three children: Ginger Walker and husband Jeff, of Lawton, OK Tomi Jane Bailey, of Sand Springs, OK TeeJay Jemi Aiono, of Owasso Three grandchildren: Nathaniel, Allison, and Rachel Walker Two sisters and brothers-in-law: Karen Pryor and husband Steve Hayhurst; Susan Strange and husband Greg; Brother, Leo Bailey and wife Kelly; Mother, Tommie Bailey Schwarz and husband Ron – all of Broken Arrow. And a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Wendell Bailey.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, April 12, 2015, at Mowery Funeral Service in Owasso. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2015, at the Mowery Funeral Service Chapel in Owasso with Pastor Scott Johnson officiating. Committal services and interment will follow at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens in Broken Arrow. Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service, Owasso, Oklahoma. www.moweryfs.com
