Donnie J. Bailey's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2023 in Holdenville, Oklahoma
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Donnie J. Bailey

July 20, 1946 - February 12, 2023 (76 years old)

Holdenville, Oklahoma

Donnie J. Bailey's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2023 in Holdenville, Oklahoma
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Donnie J. Bailey

July 20, 1946 - February 12, 2023 (76 years old)

Holdenville, Oklahoma

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Donnie J. Bailey Obituary

Donnie Bailey, resident of Holdenville, Oklahoma, passed away February 12, 2023 in Oklahoma City surrounded by family and friends at the age of 76.

He was born July 20, 1946 in Jacksonville, Texas to R.L. and Minnie Bailey. Donnie grew up in Maud, Oklahoma and attended Maud Public Schools. He played football in high school and graduated in 1964. After graduating high school, Donnie enlisted in the US Army having served in Berlin, Germany from 1966 to 1969. He received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Sharpshooter (Rifle), Marksman (Rifle) and the Army of Occupation Medal (Berlin). After he received his honorable discharge, Donnie went to work in the greater area oilfields alongside his father and brother. He retired from Schlacter Oil Company in 1996. Donnie had a passion for shooting pool having won many tournaments throughout the years. He was still shooting pool weekly until he fell ill. If he wasn't shooting pool, he was playing poker with close friends. Donnie enjoyed his fast car and his Harley. He loved living life and always had a smile on his face. His family and grandkids were what he lived for and they suffered a great loss.

Donnie is preceded in death by his parents, R.L. and Minnie Bailey; two brothers-in-law, Falous Arnold and Roger Watkins; sister-in-law, Martha Bailey and a son-in-law, Rex Ginn.

Survivors of the home include youngest daughter, Lindsey Donn Bailey and two grandkids, Tazz Kreed and En'Vee Donn. He is also survived by daughters, Karrie Zito and husband Rocky and Kristi Rawls and husband Steve; grandkids, Lakin Henley, Dax Henley, Keisha Wolf, Alyssa Decker, Kenny Hernandez, Eric Powell and Britni Ginn; great-grandkids, Maverick, Si'aiko, Malcolm, Lyric, Liberty, Swayze, Bryar, Genesis and Journee; two sisters, Anabel Arnold and Connie Watkins; one brother, Bobby Bailey and wife Nina; several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the coming weeks.

Arrangements are under the direction of OK Cremation & Funeral Home of Oklahoma City.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
OK Cremation & Funeral Home, LLC

Updated by : Lindsey Donn Bailey
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July 14, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“I think about you every day. I have so much to tell you. Tommy and Marsha are the most amazing people, I’m so thankful they picked up where you left off. They are now papa & nana to Tazz & En’Vee. You were so lucky to have a friendship like the one you had with them. I knew you brought them into our lives for a reason, as if you knew what was to come. Thank you for everything daddy. I miss my best friend and the best daddy in the world. You have a birthday coming up, balloons will be sent to you”

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June 16, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“Happy Father’s Day daddy! I miss you so much! I love you you and you, cause no one else will do do do.”

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June 9, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“I love you daddy. I hope you’re still proud of me. I’m doing the best I can, all alone.”

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June 9, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“Daddy, Father’s Day is coming up…. It’s not the same anymore. The kids and I miss you so very much. We speak your name daily. I’m so blessed to be your daughter, everything you have done for me over the years, I appreciate you so much. I’m lost without you and life just isn’t the same. I can’t wait to be with you again. You told me heaven was beautiful. You also said it was shiny like diamonds. I hope you’re waiting for me in the distance, just like grandma and grand-daddy were waiting for you.”

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May 13, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“Daddy, today is Mother’s Day and we have so much to be thankful for. Thank you for watching over tazz and En’Vee donn when the chuckwagon turned over. Wish you were here, but one day I will be there. I miss you and I love you you and you!”

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February 12, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“A year ago today, at 12:05 you took your last breath. I miss you so much and think about you everyday! The kids are doing great, making good grades, and playing sports. They love their “pops” I love you daddy, from your babygirl.”

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January 12, 2024

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“Daddy, we made it through the holidays. 1st of everything is so hard. Next month will be a whole year I’ve been without you. I miss you so much. Tazz and envee donn are growing up and you would be so proud of them. Dax and Lakin are amazing. I love you you and you.”

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July 20, 2023

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY! 1st one in heaven, I know you’re celebrating! Tazz and En’Vee Donn sent you balloons!!”

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July 11, 2023

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“Your birthday is the 20th of July, the first one without you here! It doesn’t get any easier, I only learn to cope with the sadness and loneliness. I still hear your laughter, I’m so thankful for all the memories because that’s how I’m surviving. I love you daddy and I cannot wait to be where you are!”

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June 19, 2023

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“My first Father’s Day without you, 47 years I got to spend it with you! You were the absolute best daddy in the world. I’m afraid I didn’t tell you enough, how much I loved and needed you daily and how special you were to the kids and I! We miss you so much pops. I love you you and you… cause No one else will do do do.”

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May 18, 2023

Lindsey Donn Bailey wrote a sympathy message

“It’s been 3 months since you left me, I bet heaven is beautiful! I miss you so much! You will always be my hero, my best friend, and the best daddy and pops in the world. I’m so blessed to be your daughter! I love you you & you because no one else will do do do! From your babygirl, Lindsey Donn”

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