Freda M. “McVey” Bailey, 100, passed away December 3, 2018 at Oak Pointe Residential Care in Carthage. Freda was born October 7, 1918 in Miller, MO to Alvin and Pearl “Kessinger” McVey.
Freda had lived in Carthage since 1958. She worked at Ramsey’s Department Store on the Carthage Square and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Carthage. Freda was a Red Cross Volunteer and a Gray Lady at the former McCune Brooks Hospital.
Freda was united in marriage to Harold R. Bailey on October 17, 1936 in Aurora, MO; he preceded her in death on July 25, 2001.
Freda is survived by one son, Gary Bailey (Marilyn) of Atlanta, GA; one daughter, Sue Carlton (Pete) of Carthage; one brother, Bill McVey of Aurora, MO; seven grandchildren Dr. John Bailey (Melissa), David Bailey (Stacey), Rev. Michael Bailey (Laura), Chris Kennedy (Rick), Kelly Grove (Mike), Tom Carlton, Chase Carlton (Bridget), 24 great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.
Freda was preceded in death by one great granddaughter, Mary Margaret Grove, and two sisters, Bonnie Williams and Doris Birchfield.
Memorial services will be held Friday December 28, 2018, 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, Carthage, Missouri and Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. prior to memorial services.
Contributions can be made to Childrens Miracle Network of Autism Speaks in care of Ulmer Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.
