Conyers, Georgia
Chester Bailey
1920 — 2022
Chester Bailey (BMC Ret.), a Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War, passed away 6 August 2022, a week short of his 102th birthday. Born in Blountstown, FL, Chester was a long-time resident of Valdosta, GA. Chester passed away in Conyers, GA, surrounded by the love of his family. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Gloria; daughters Nadine and Gina; sons Jared and Vincent; brother Jake; sisters Faye, Joyce, and Mary Lou; and grandsons Roark, Michael, and Matthew. He was preceded in death by his parents Silas and Etta, brothers Herman and Silas, and sister Louise. Chester received commendations for bravery during both wars. He enlisted in the Navy in April 1941 and was...