L.E. Pops Bailey, born on September 4, 1927 to Hollie and Frances Lilley Bailey in Dallardsville, Texas, passed away on September 18, 2013 in Livingston, Texas at the age 86. L.E. is survived by son, Mitch Bailey and wife Betty daughters, Jettie Ann Bailey and Melody Golden and husband Dixon grandchildren, Rusty Jernigan and wife Tori, Brandi Cooper, Shannon Matthews, Shelbi Moore and husband Patrick, Mitch Bailey and wife Lauren, D.D. Golden and wife Ashley, Luke Bailey, L.E. Golden, Lane Bailey and Kasey Golden 20 great grandchildren 2 greatgreat grandchildren sisters, Hazel Milliken, Joyce Bailey, Maudean Anderson and husband Jack brother, Bucky Bailey and wife Bobbi sister in law, Deniece Bailey numerous other relatives and a host of friends. L.E. was preceded in death by his loving wife Berkie Adeline Mills Bailey both parents sisters, Pearl ONeill and husband Joe, Berniece Watson and husband Walter brother, Vol Bailey brother in law, Charlie B. Milliken nephews, Sydney ONeill and Walter Gene Watson great grandson, Tristian Bailey.
L.E. Bailey graduated from Big Sandy High School in 1945. He entered the Army and served two years state side. He married Berkie Mills in 1947 and started barber school in Houston. Upon graduation he worked for Mitch Burchfield at Pops Barber Shop. Mr. Bailey purchased the shop in the late 60s. He cut hair for 48 years, standing behind the same chair. During that time he learned all there was to know about his clients. He never met anyone who he didnt find out who they were Kin to, often revealing a kinship to him. He always had a story to tell, enduring himself to all who had contact with him. The day he died, he was telling his nurses about their family. His gentle kindness and colorful stories will be missed.
Mr. Bailey served at his church, First Baptist Church of Livingston in many capacities. Includened in these were Sunday School Superintendent, music director, training union and boys brotherhood teacher. He also served as lead in the area gospel singing conventions and sang in FBC choir where his deep bass voice would resonate throughout the building.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Livingston Memorial Hospital and Timberwood Rehab Center. The courtesy and respect they showed to Mr. Bailey was rendered with promptness and kindness. They are true angels.
Visitation will be at 5Pm to 9Pm on Friday, September 20, 2013 at Pace Funeral Home 200 Fm 350 Livingston, Texas. A Celebration of L.E.s life will be held at 10:00 Am on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at Pace Funeral Home with Bro. Orval Barger officiating. Pallbearers will be Rusty Jernigan, Mitch Bailey, D.D. Golden, Luke Bailey, L.E. Golden, Lane Bailey L.E.s grandsons. Interment will be at Big Sandy Cemetery in Dallardsville, Texas. To sign the online guestbook, you may go to www.pacefuneral.com

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