Emily Ann Bailey

Emily Ann Whitt Bailey, age 82, of Abingdon, Va., went to be with the Lord and joined her first-grade sweetheart, her husband of 60 years, Lloyd Clinton Bailey, in heaven on Sunday, June 28, 2020. She retired from Overnight Transportation after 35 years where she served as an office manager.  Emily was a member of Wyndale United Methodist Church.

In addition to her husband, Emily was also preceded in death by her parents, Marvin Paul Whitt and Margaret Jane Fleenor Whitt; and great grandson, Matthew Lewis.

She is survived by two daughters, Susan Lewis of Abingdon, Va. and Sharon Reynolds and husband, Chris, of Abingdon, Va.; four grandchildren:  Matthew Lewis and wife, April; Katrina Davis; Maggie Lewis; and Elaina Reynolds; two great grandchildren, Bryson and Bella; and special breakfast buddy, Chase Stanfill.

The daughters would like to express their appreciation to Linda Slone, Gina Shortt, Nancy Foster, and Bill May for their assistance during their mother’s illness. 

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2020, at 3:00 p.m. at Wyndale United Methodist Church Cemetery with Pastor David Gibson officiating. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wyndale United Methodist Church Cemetery, 16188 Shannon Hill Dr., Abingdon, VA 24210.

Those wishing to share memories, express sympathy, and send “Hugs from Home” may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com and signing the online guestbook.  The family of Emily Ann Whitt Bailey is being cared for by Farris Funeral Service & Crematory, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, VA 24210, (276) 623-2700.