It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Bruce “Butch” Bailey, at his family residence on Saturday, October 6th, 2018 at the age of 76 years. Those that had the great privilege to know him loved him dearly. His kind and loving spirit will be missed by many. Forever missed by his loving wife Gail nee Cooper of 58 year marriage, son Shawn, daughter Cory, son-in-law Steve, his two precious grandchildren Stephanie and Spencer, his brothers Guy and Gus (Betty), sisters Betty (Ross) and Mary, brothers-in-law Duff (Lillian) and Monty (Florence), sisters-in-law Cynthia (Anthony) and Myrtle, and his beloved dog Sally. He will be also missed by numerous nieces, nephews, who thought of him as their mentor and friend. Bruce was predeceased by his father Frank and his mother Gladys, father-in-law Herb Cooper and mother-in-law Winnie Cooper, brothers Frank, Brymer and Wallace, brothers-in-law;Herb and Don and sisters-in-law Bernie and Mercedes. Bruce touched the lives of many and will shine forever in the thoughts and prayers of those who knew and loved him. The family will be receiving family and friends on Monday, October 8th, 2018, at Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL, from the hours of 7-9 pm, and continuing on Tuesday, October 9th, from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, October 10th, at 2 pm, at The Salvation Army Church in Deer Lake, NL, with Major Pond officiating with keeping with Bruce’s wishes cremation to follow and a reception to be held at the Bailey’s residence follow the Funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made the Ronald McDonald House or The Janeway, in Bruce’s memory would be gratefully appreciated by the family. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL

“Forever in our Hearts”