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Sara Bailey Obituary

Sara Helms Bailey JOHNS ISLAND - Sara Helms Bailey, 77, of Johns Island, South Carolina, wife of Richard Franklin Bailey entered into eternal rest Monday, November 19, 2012. A funeral service will be held at the graveside with military honors Wednesday, November 21, 2012 in Live Oak Memorial Gardens, 3093 Ashley River Road at 11:00 am. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC. WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway. Sara was born June 24, 1935 in Concord, North Carolina, daughter of Jay and Ohla Helms. She was a U.S. Navy veteran and retired with Belk Department Store in the Human Resource Department. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Richard F. "Dick" Bailey; two sons, Ron F. Bailey (Pam) of North Charleston, Dennis L. Bailey (Barbara) of Johns Island; granddaughter, Leslie Hamilton; and grandson, Jordan Bailey. Memorials may be made to The American Legion "Honor Guard" Post #147, 968 Folly Road, James Island, SC 29412. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2012.

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Dee Helms

November 20, 2012

She was always one of my favorites! Loved her quick wit and sense of humor.
Family, know that you are all in my prayers.
Aunt Sara, on my mind and forever in my heart.

November 20, 2012

Richard, i was very sorry to read about your sweetheart. Just remember she lives on in your heart. Sara and my Mother Golden Snyder worked together at Belks for years. She can now visit with Mother You are in my prayers. Sandra Hanna

Kathryn Cox

November 19, 2012

Richard and Family:
So sorry to hear of Sara's passing. Know that your friends and family surround you with love and compassion during this very sad time. I hope your wonderful years of marriage and children will give you everlasting memories in the days ahead...God Bless all of you and again so sad to lose someone so special.
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Lane Melton

November 19, 2012

I was saddened to hear of Sara's passing. I have the fondest memories of her and Dick coming to family reunions at Hazel's house. You all always looked like movie stars to me - larger than life! She will be missed. I pray that God's Peace and Blessings will be on you all.

Dwellion Howard

November 19, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss of your lovely wife, mother, and grandmother. I will always remember her kindness....and especially her ambrosia! It was so good! Know that our prayers are with your family.

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