He's Home

Papaw Calvin Bailey

Papaw Calvin went home to his Maker today. We know he is so happy to be with Nanny again. We are sad because we are going to miss loving on him but also we are rejoicing because we know he is no longer suffering and has the mind and body he deserves. He passed away at 3:34am. It is crazy to think that the two people that raised me died within 18 months of each other but the only peace I get is that they are now back together, like they belong, and with our precious Father in heaven. He adored Nanny and we are thankful he never really knew that she was gone because it would have been devastating for him. Papaw has been sick since 99 and beat all of the odds against Althzimers. The stroke he had made him loose his swallowing function and then once he had the feeding tube, he got pneumonia and then rejected the food from the tube from then on. The last month, exact to the day from his stroke, has been rough. Mostly because of his suffering and also because of seeing him loose more and more of his ability to thrive and have some sort of quality of life. He never wanted to lay up on a feeding tube so helpless. We tried the rehabilitation route and three days later he was back in the hospital. Papaw left such a legacy to me and my kids along with so many more. He was what I will always strive to be in my walk with Christ. He lived everyday by his word and gave Him the glory for all our blessings. I can't remember a day he didn't talk about how beautiful God was and what all he had done for him and for our family. He was so thankful to have a job, home, car, business property, family, food, and he never took it for granted. He loved everyone he met and they loved him. He was so good at making things and did this on the side. An entupuner at heart and had so many dreams for his land behind the Clinton library on the River. Now we have no idea what to do with all these huge machines. He made cabinets, boats, club houses, river houses, garages, just about anything anyone wanted he would figure out how to make it or who to ask so he could help. I loved that about him. So resourceful. So thankful for his life and blessings. Always giving. Prayed before every meal...even breakfast when sitting by himself, loved to worship Christ, never gave up on those he loved, wasn't afraid to show emotion, couldn't stay mad for very long, and was the hardest working man I've ever known. He is my hero. He was loved, by many, by all, I can't think of one enemy the man had. Thank you Papaw for showing me how to give, love, appreciate, be led, have a thankful heart, work ethic, drive, be motivated by the little things, enjoy life, dare to dream, not give up, pray before all else, read my bible for the answers, listen instead of speak, and take care of others just because not because you have to. You gave this gift to my kids and they will someday know why. I love you Papaw Bailey!!!Love, Brooke

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Re: He's Home

Brooke, I'm so sorry for your loss, but you are right...he is so happy to be with the Lord and Nanny. Your grandparents were wonderful people who left their mark on everyone they met including Brian and me. We are here for you if you need anything! Love you!

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