The obituary notice of Michael Charles Gerrard BAILEY

Michael and I had been friends for nearly fifty years, mainly as working colleagues, as we were both employed by Courtaulds Hosiery Division as Area Sales Executives.
Our paths crossed frequently at various sales meetings all over the country, and although we lived many miles apart, we developed a lasting friendship until the end.
I know Michael was very proud of his sons Stephen and Roderick and I would often hear of their successful lives and exploits.
I will certainly miss or regular telephone calls to each other, we both served our country doing National Service in the 1950's , so we always had plenty to reminisce about.

God bless you Michael, I will miss you.

John (Perkins)

Michael was our Mum’s first cousin and we have known him since we were children. Michael was a lovely man. kind hearted, good natured and fun to be with. He was also very self deprecating, which was part of his charm, as was his very dry sense of humour. We will miss all of these things and most of all our regular phone calls, chatting about family and of course recipes .
Megan and Julie.

I first met ‘Mr Bailey’ 12 years ago, in the latter part of his life. I was asked to repair his shed roof, and that’s where our friendship began. Over these years, we had so much laughter and so many stories told. His early life in Dawlish, his antics in boarding school, army life in Egypt and his professional life. He was always full of stories, and I would sit with him, over a cup of tea (and 3 biscuits) for many an hour reminiscing. He was such good company, and was always guaranteed to say something ‘avant guarde’. I will so miss his stories, his company and time spent with him. He was such a character. I will so miss him.

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Michael Bailey, Rod's beloved father. While we didn't know him personally, we know how much he meant to Rod, Steve and their family. Our entire team at ExecutiveSurf is thinking of you and sending our sincerest condolences during this time of sorrow.
With deepest sympathy,
ExecutiveSurf team