Leonard C. Bailey

Leonard C. Bailey, age 61, of Johnstown, OH went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 1, 2010. He was born March 11, 1948 to the late Mark and Alma Bailey in Johnson City, NY and graduated from Johnson City High School. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and enjoyed working as an industrial mechanic, first working for Miller Brewing Co. and then Anheuser Busch. Leonard was an avid race fan involved in racing for over 40 years. He was proud of the book he wrote entitled “Your Chassis Track Book”. Len was an avid reader, loved working out, enjoyed camping, and shared so many good times with his beloved wife Darlene, whom he married August 14, 1976. He often bragged about her wonderful baked goods to his co-workers who would request them often, which made him very proud! As a father, he was a role model and always available when advice was needed. He taught his children that in order to gain respect they must first give respect and that even men can be and should be sensitive. His little dances of humor will be missed most by his wife and children, Buffie (Haj) Arhbal, Luke (Riya) Bailey and Colleen Bailey. He was a proud Grandpa to Jacob, Chelsie, Adam, Genoa and Daemon. He will be missed by his siblings: Ed Bailey, Margaret (Jim) Pullen, Sharon (William “BJ”) Denk and Pamela (Thomas) Kulas; and preceded in death by brothers Mark Jr., Jack and Marlon. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 Friday, February 5, 2010 at Schoedinger Northeast Chapel, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, OH 43230 where services will be held at 10am Saturday with interment at Green Hills Cemetery in Johnstown. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share memories or to extend condolences.