Gerald John Bailey Obituary

We announce the death of Gerald John Bailey (Florence, South Carolina), who passed away on October 1, 2026, at the age of 68. Gerald will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Michael Bailey and Mary Griffith Bailey; his daughter Melissa Joy; and his brother Billy Bailey. He is survived by: his wife Debbie Bailey; his sister Michele Price (Wyman); his children, Tammy Vettrus (Daniel), Kate Bryant (Lee), Elizabeth Ward and Andrew Bailey (Amanda); and his grandchildren, Abigail Benjamin, Brooke-Lynn Bailey, Gavin Ward, Jacob Ward and Eden Ward.