James A. Bailey

James Arnold Bailey, 61, of Lakeview, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at his home.

Jim was born in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, on August 15, 1961, to James Edgar and Janet (Prater) Bailey.  He was preceded in death by his father, and a brother-in-law Charles Wilson.  Jim is survived by his wife Susan (Pritchard) Bailey, whom he married on August 20, 1983.  He is also survived by his mother, Janet (Harold) Spriggs of Lewistown; two children: Carrie (Robert) Cottingham of Clay City, Kentucky, and James (Geraldine) Bailey of Wesley Chapel, Florida; four grandchildren: McKenzie, Chandler, Alayna, and Karli; a brother Ed (Sandy) Bailey of Hanover, Indiana; and a sister Charlotte Wilson of Lakeview.

Jim was a 1980 graduate of Indian Lake High School.  He loved being on the water, fishing, and classic rock trivia.

A celebration of Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at 2pm at Quickstep Church of God, 2040 Twp Rd 120, Alger. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER, Bellefontaine, is honored to serve the Bailey family.

EJT