PHONE: (972) 562-2601 Velma Jean Bailey January 13, 1940 - June 20, 2011 Born to Jim Helen Johnson and Rufus Johnson, Sr. on January 13, 1940 in Van Alstyne, Texas. Velma graduated from Doty High School in 1958, went to nursing school at Collin County School of Nursing and became a licensed vocational nurse (LVN). She also attended Bethune Cookman College in Daytona Beach, Florida for several months to further her education. Velma worked at Wysong (Westpark) Hospital for 31 years. She was a member of Saint James CME Church. Velma went to be with our heavenly father on June 20, 2011 at 12:02 am. Left to cherish her wonderful memories are Major General John H. Bailey II; daughter, Denise Muoneke and husband Celestine of McKinney, Texas; sons, Captain John H. Bailey III and wife Renee of McKinney, Texas, Chris Bailey and wife Mary of Prescott, Arizona and Brian Bailey and wife Camesha also of McKinney, Texas; sisters, Jimmie Watson of McKinney, Texas and Willie Sims and husband Leamon of Dallas, Texas; brothers, Rufus Johnson and wife Jeanelle also of Dallas, Ralph Johnson and wife Peggy of Allen, Texas; three grandchildren, Quinton Bailey, Cedric Muoneke, and Brittany Muoneke; two great-grandchildren, Jayla and Dylan Bailey; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Jim Helen Johnson and father, Rufus Johnson Sr. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011 at Saint James CME Church in McKinney, Texas with Rev. Winston Douglas officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen, Texas. Visitation will be Friday at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Memorials I had the privlege, of working with Ms. Velma and Ms. Jimmie for several years at the old Wysong Hospital in McKinney. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. She had so much valuable information and wisdom to offer young ones. One
thing I know for sure is that she loved her family. She always talked about her children and grandchildren. Her face would light up as she talked about her family. Please accpet my sympathy. WILLIAM YORK, DECEMBER 3, 2012 Missing you! TRACY SIMS-WASHINGTON, NOVEMBER 21, 2012 This woman was one of the best things that has ever happened to me, she spoiled me, and turned my bad days into incredible memories. On the days that she would pick me up from school were the best because i knew that she would have something funny to say that never failed to put a smile on my face. I will miss her alot, I already do, and I will never forget her. I love you Granny a.k.a my Leslie (: BRITTANY MUONEKE, JULY 19, 2011 My mother-in-law, my 2nd mother, was a wonderful and beautiful woman. She was strong, loving, and would do anything for her children and I mean everything. When she came into my life it hadn't been long since my biological mother went home to be with the Lord. This strong woman of God took me in as her own, something I will never forget and loved me like I was her own. We laughed, consoled each other, and cried together like any mother and daughter would do and I miss you so much, but I know that you are here in spirit and you will live through each one of us. I was very blessed the day I became a part of this family and I wouldn't change one thing. I have two sisters that entered into my life and two more brothers and a wonderful husband. To Denise, John, Chris and my husband Brian this to shall pass. She is now resting in the comfort of our Lord and Savior. I know she is looking down on all of us, as long as we keep God first there is nothing that we can't get through. This is a tribute to my mother-in-law and my 2nd Mother I love you and I miss you. May his peace be with you until we meet again. Love always and forever Camesha. CAMESHA BAILEY, JULY 16, 2011 To my lovely mother, best friend, mentor, and hero I commend you for being there from my childhood through my adult years. You taught me the values of
life, love, respect, encouragement and inspired me to be the best that I can be. I thank you and I wil cherish all the memories that we shared together. God truly blessed me with a wonderful mother who was my idol. I Love You and miss you dearly and I long for the day when we will be reunited. God bless and rest your soul. You will always live in my heart, mind, and soul. God received an angel and a soldier in his line of duty and I thank you for making me the person and man that I am today. Love always and forever your son Brian. BRIAN BAILEY, JULY 16, 2011 I couldn't have asked for a better Grandmother. You were always there for all of us, no matter the situation. I knew I could always look to you to brighten my day and depend on you for anything. Words cannot express how much you are missed, but I know you are in a better place. Nothing can fill the emptyness that comes from not being able to see you every day, but I know you will always be with us in memory and in our hearts, and watching over us from heaven. Thank you for all that you have done for us, and for helping me become the person that I am today. You will always be missed. CEDRIC CHIDI MUONEKE, JULY 16, 2011 My heart felt love to the family. i only found about Velma's passing today. We worked together many years at Wysong hospital.i am so sorry for your loss, know that she is with Jesus now and you will see her again. REBA STEPHENS HOUGHTLIN, JULY 15, 2011 Aunt Velma...my birthday twin...the chain is broken, but you are still in my heart. I remember your sweet smile, I remember your laugh, I remember you always giving me food...the Dr. Peppers, cakes, pies. There was so much love in your heart...so much willingness to give and care for others. In my 41 years of living I have never seen Mom cry or become as emotional as she has been because of your passing. She loved you and looked up to you more than you will ever know. Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in knowing you are no longer in pain. But we miss you tremendously! I slipped you a quarter...and you know why! I miss you Aunt Velma! TRACY LYNN SIMS-WASHINGTON, JULY 14, 2011
Mom there are absolutely no words that will tell you how much I LOVE YOU and will miss you dearly. You were my rock. strenght, breath, heart, best friend, father, confidant, day, evening, night, guidance, counselor, sight, food, drink, and overall my source of life. From this I shall always charish what you taught me - how to be the person I am today. Until we meet again I shall do my best to be the best - just like my mom. Thank you and I Love You. DENISE MUONEKE, JULY 14, 2011 To the beloved family of Velma Bailey; I'm so sorry for your loss, but very happy for Velma as she has reunited with our Lord!! Rejoice!! You will be reunited with her again!! It is hard to loose someone we love,she was a loving,kindhearted,gentle yet strong woman. She fought a good fight, yet I'm positive she would say, "Be glad for me,i'm not suffering anymore". God Bless Each one of her children and grandchildren and those family left behind. She was always a pleasure to take care of when she was in PCU. She is and will be missed by everyone she came into contact with. Love, Patti L. Cook PATTI LYNN COOK, JULY 4, 2011 MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE BAILEY FAMILY.SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER.I HAVE SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF MRS.VELMA. I REMEMBER WHEN I FIRST START WORKING FOR THE HOSPITAL AS A CNA.(WHEN THE HOSPITAL WAS ON 380)MY FIRST DAY ON THE JOB I WAS SO SCARED AND NERVOUS THEN HERE COME MRS,VELMA,SHE WALKED UP TO ME AND SAID DID YOU COME TO WORK ARE YOU GOING TO STAND THERE LOOKING SCARED.THEN SHE TOOK ME BY THE HAND AND SHOW ME THE WAY.MRS.VELMA WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND MOTHER FIGURE TO ME.AND I'M THANKFUL GOD BROUGHT HER INTO MY LIFE 19 YEARS AGO. LOVE, MONA THORNTON MONA THORNTON, JUNE 28, 2011 DENISE, JOHN, CHRIS, BRIAN AND ENTIRE BAILEY/JOHNSON FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST AND I PRAY THAT YOU WILL BE KEPT IN GOD'S GRACE. MY FONDEST MEMORIES ARE OUR MILITARY DAYS
AT FORT CAMPBELL AND VISITING WITH VELMA, IN MCKINNEY ON MY OCCASIONAL TRIPS BACK TO TEXAS FROM CALIFORNIA. SHE WAS MOST ASSUREDLY A WONDERFUL LADY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. MELVIN L STARKS, JUNE 27, 2011 Our prayers are with you May God bless and keep you. Look to the hills your help comes from the Lord. Cookie,Karen and Kathy Berry DOROTHY L BERRY, JUNE 25, 2011 Denise, John, Chris & Brian just want you to how sorry I am for your loss. There are never the right words to express how deeply sad I am that you have to endure your loss. May God give you strength. Sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Rosa ROSA ROBERTS-LEATHERWOOD, JUNE 25, 2011 As a family friend for almost 20 years I've been blessed to witness a woman with a strong work ethic,passion for life and impeccable character. As The years passed I slowly realized that these character traits were all for the love and fierce loyalty Ms. Bailey had for her children, John,Denice,Brian and Chris. As well as extended family and friends of which I feel blessed to count myself. Were this extraordinary woman to find just HALF the love and understanding in the next life that she showed her dearest family during this one" her cup would runneth over," as I have no doubt it will. Thank you Ms. Bailey for your unconditional love and support, your loving friend, Tom. THOMAS CHARLES HOCTOR, JUNE 24, 2011 I HAVE MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF VELMA.JIMMIE.WILLIE AND HELEN DURING THEIR WORKING YEARS AT WYSONG HOSPITAL.VELMA WAS ALWAYS THERE TO HELP HER PATIENTS AND SHE WAS VERY CAPABLE. MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. JOHNNIE HENDRICKS JOHNNIE HENDRICKS, JUNE 24, 2011 The Bible tells us that God will not leave you comfortless. During this time of sorrow, please know that God will comfort you. I pray that God will keep you close to His bossom and give you peace. Remember to look unto the hills from
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