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Robert (Bob) Bailey III

Robert (Bob) Bailey III passed away Oct. 3, 2016 at home with his loving family by his side after a brief illness.

Bob was born Dec. 10, 1951 to Robert, Jr. and Ollie Bailey in Perrysburg, NY.

Bob was the oldest of seven children. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Bob enjoyed many seasons boating and camping at Bear Lake with his wife. Bob’s passion for classic cars led him to many car shows winning several awards with his 1985 El Camino.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Valerie; son, Benjamin (Meagen) Cook; daughters Heidi Kemp, Daisy Witcher, Amy (Timothy) Manroe and Bobby Jo (Joseph) Puszuz. Also left behind is Bob’s fur buddy, Max; a special friend, Kendra Kelley (what’s her name?); eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and six brothers and sisters.

Robert made a generous anatomical gift to The University of Buffalo.

A private celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the family’s convenience.