Obituary 
Name: Clifford Allan Bailey
Birth Date: Apr 15, 1940
Death Date: Aug 12, 2009
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan
Resided In: Clinton, Tennessee
Funeral Home: Sharp Funeral Home
Visitation Date: Aug 14, 2009
Visitation Time: 6:00-7:30 P.M.
Visitation Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Service Date: Aug 14, 2009
Service Time: 7:30 P.M.
Service Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Cemetery Date: Aug 14, 2009
Cemetery Time: N/A
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Obituary:
Clifford Allan Bailey, born April 15, 1940, departed for Glory on Wednesday, August 12, 2009. A faithful follower of Christ, he belonged to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Growing up in Oak Ridge, Clifford was a Southern Golden Gloves Champion and had the opportunity to fight at Madison Square Garden in his teens. He was a lifelong master auto mechanic and enjoyed fishing, movies and going to church.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lee R. and Isabelle M. Bailey, by his son Clifford James “Bo” Bailey, and grandson Angelo Scott Romero.

Clifford is survived by his wife Mary Patricia Gardner Bailey, by daughters Cheryll Dyer and husband Rick of Clinton, Trina Bruce and husband Tim of Lebanon, by sons Jeffory Bailey and wife Carole of Hendersonville, Robbie Bailey and wife Sherry of Dunlap, and Timothy Bailey and wife Brenda Duncan of Oliver Springs, by step-sons Eugene and David Gardner, by 11 grandchildren Mandy, Karen, Jessica, Ashley, Andrew, Brittany, Caleb, Jeremy, Jennifer, Lisa, and Rebecca, by sisters Carole Bailey Foust and Patricia Murphy and husband Tommy all of Oak Ridge.

Clifford loved all of his children, grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend a special “thank you” to Bishop Jason Carling, Brothers Timothy Ferguson, John Urbach, Eugene Carnes, Melvin Shafer, the Schaper and Loveless families and many other beloved friends.

Family and friends will gather on Friday, August 14, 2009 in the chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Oak Ridge Ward. The family will receive friends from 6:00-7:30 P.M. prior to the service in the church chapel. The family’s request is that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Cancer Fund of America, 2901 Breezewood Lane., Knoxville, TN 37921. Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs is in charge of arrangements. An online guest book is available for Mr. Bailey at www.sharpfh.com
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Pat and family We were so sorry to read of Clifford's passing in the newspaper. You and your entire family are in our prayers. Aug 17, 2009
Sara and Dave Stoetzel (Oak Ridge, TN USA)
I would like to extend my sympathies to the family and friends of Clifford.I new him for 53 years and am sorry to hear of his death,but am glad to know he is no longer in pain and is at peace. Aug 15, 2009
Dora"Ducky"Gibson (Claxton, TN USA)
Uncle Clifford always made me laugh so hard until I almost cried. I remembered when Granddaddy died and all the grandkids went outside to play basketball. Of course, I got hurt..Uncle Clifford came running and carried me all the way home. He made me stop crying and had me laughing instead. I always loved him dearly and I am thankful he is out of pain and gone to a better place. Aug 15, 2009
Barbara Foust Wilson (Brighton, Tennessee USA)
Over the past several years as I've raised my own children, I have come to realize how much my dad has influenced me. I had seen many changes in his life over the years and I praise Jesus that he had found a personal relationship with God before his passing. I know that he is in the presence of God and I will see him again. I love you Dad, I will miss you and I WILL see you again....until then Dad....until then.... "those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31 Aug 15, 2009
Robbie L. Bailey (Dunlap, TN )
I truly am sorry for the loss. I know how it hurts and feels, I just lost mine a month ago. But it helps to know that they are neither one having any pain or suffering anymore, and are reuniting with those loved ones that has went before. Cliff was a great person and Jaden adored papaw Cliff. Our prayers are with you all. Christopher, Jerrica, & Jaden. Aug 15, 2009
Jerrica (Johnson City, Tn )
Cliff was a good man.Im truly sorry for your loss.He now has his HEROs Due. Aug 14, 2009
Tom Henderson (Killeen, Tx USA)
Cheryll and family I am truly sorry for your passing of your father. Not sure that I will be able to come to the viewing but know that my heart goes out to you and your family. Please call me if you need anything. I truly love you and wish that God will be with you during this time. Lots of love from April Jones and Family Aug 14, 2009
April Jones & Family (Heiskell, TN USA)
Cheryl, I am sorry you lost your dad, but know that everything for him is much better. I so enjoyed looking over the crowd on Sundays and seeing his smiling face. I knew he had to have been an interesting fellow in his youth, and his obit indicates that he was. How blessed you were to have him in your life and how blessed he was that you were so close to in his latter days. Our family loves you very much. Aug 14, 2009
Donna Strohl (Clinton, TN )
The Dixon Family will always have fond memories of Clifford as we grew up together in Oak Ridge Aug 14, 2009
Emma Dixon Duncan (Knoxville, Tn )
With deep sympathy at this time of sadness. Aug 14, 2009
Gerald & Shirley Bailey (Tazewell, Tn USA)
My deepest sympathy to Clifford's wife and family, as well as his sisters Carole and Patricia. I pray all of you will find peace and serenity at this time and know that your loved one is in God's hands. Aug 14, 2009
Zola Dixon Kahn (Lakeland, Florida USA)
In Memory of Clifford A Bailey. I remember as a very little girl looking out the back door of our trailer in Jacksonville Fl & seeing a car pull into the yard.When I asked who that was, Mom said that is my brother, your Uncle Clifford & your cousins. He has always just been there. I can't imagine him not. But I know I will see him again & knowing him, he would not want us to be sad, he would say something to make us laugh, as he always did. I have many memories & I look forward to many more stories to be told. I Love You Uncle Clifford. RIP Until we meet again. Aug 14, 2009
Julie Foust Shelton (Brighton, TN USA)
He was a wonderful brother and i love him dearly im going to miss him he alway love to pick on me . all of his familey are going to miss him dearly.he is not hurting anymore he is with our parents and love one in heaven and he is at piece.we will see him one day in gloryland.love you brother. Aug 13, 2009
carole bailey foust sister (oak ridge, tn anderson)
I will miss the man who became a hero to me and many others. The man who brought me into this world as my Dad and left this world as my brother as well. He was an awesome person and brought smiles and laughter to everyone he met. I love you, Dad. Aug 13, 2009
Cheryll Dyer (Clinton, Tennessee )
I am so proud to be your granddaughter, and I'm so grateful for all the time I got to spend with you. I will carry you forever in my heart. I weep, but I weep for joy, for you are no longer in pain. Rest now in the arms of Jesus. I will see you again. I love you, Grandpa, always. Aug 13, 2009
Mandy Bales (Knoxville, TN )
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