Woodrow Jackson Bailey

Woodrow (Woody) Jackson Bailey December 6, 1942 – June 24,2025 Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and dear friend, Woody Bailey went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 as a result of a tragic accident. Born in McDowell County , WV to the late Sampy (Doc) and Marie Bailey, Woody was also preceded in death by two brothers, Sampy Bailey Jr. and Larry Gene Bailey. He is survived by his wife Cathy Bailey; brothers James (Brenda) Bailey, Danny (Julie) Bailey, and Kenneth Bailey; sisters Janet (Bill) Koon and Nellie Carol Shelby. His children include John Mark (Sarah) Bailey, Nicol (Terry) Spradlin, and Dawn (Krome) Raymond; he is also survived by his brother-in-law Dr. Michael Conrad. The grandchildren include Levi (Amber) Raymond, Logan (Jenna) Raymond, Lucas (Libby) Raymond, Tommy Miner, Isaac Hathaway, Charlie Miner, Ava Miner, Charlie and Jackson Bailey; great grandchildren are the Raymond family Lincoln, Lainey, Layla, and Oliver. He also leaves behind a beloved fur baby Maylissa, feathered buddy Tikki, and a multitude of friends and acquaintances since he never met a stranger. Woody devoted his life to the Lord and attended Kentucky Christian College (now University) after which he preached in several states including Ohio, Indiana, and Florida before coming to Bland County to serve as the preacher for the Laurel Fork Church of Christ. He preached the Gospel and the Truth for over 60 years. There was nothing that he could not do whether it was carpentry, stone masonry, fixing things small and large…the list is endless of what he could do anything. Although he was known to say that he hated work, he always had a new project or two in mind. He loved his family and church beyond measure and was generous to a fault. He also loved singing, hunting, flea markets and yard sales, wheeling and dealing, photography, President Donald J. Trump, and Harley Davidsons. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made to the Laurel Fork Church of Christ, St. Jude’s Research Hospital, or a charity of your choice in his name. There will be a private memorial service at a later date.

Woodrow Jackson Bailey

December 6, 1942 - June 24, 2025