William W. BaileyWilliam W. Bailey, 66, of Warsaw, passed away after a brief illness Jan. 21, 2022, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne.
William was born Jan. 14, 1956, in Warsaw, to Wintford and Leona Lee Bailey. On Feb. 14, 1980, he married Rebecca Hamilton. She survives.
William had a great sense of humor and loved making people laugh. He was a father figure to everyone and was known by his family as the “real superman.” He loved Emmett Kelly, the Minnesota Vikings and his animals. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.
William is survived by his wife of 41 years, Becky; three children: Sabrina (Aaron) Gothan, of Mentone; Doreen (Michael) Walters, of Virginia Beach; William Bailey Jr., of Florida; 10 grandchildren: Katie, Brooke, Jacky, Beau, Celissa, Kaleb, Gage, Savannah, Dylan, Angelina; and six great-grandchildren: Abby, Estevon, Jacob, Esme, Max and Gage Jr. Also surviving are two sisters: Jane (Charlie) Boring, of Warsaw; Marlene Bailey, of Pierceton; brothers: Elam Bailey, of Winona Lake; and Matthew Bailey, of San Diego; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Juanita Wooten; and a brother, Joseph Bailey.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place.
Memorial contribution in William’s honor may be given to the family.
Arrangements were entrusted to Heritage Funeral and Cremation Services, Warsaw. Online condolences may be left at www.heritage-fcs.com.
