Bruce Lynn Bailey Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

ADRIAN- Bruce Lynn Bailey, 69, of Adrian died Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at home under the care of Hospice of Lenawee with his loving family by his side. Born on November 10, 1952 in Adrian, Michigan, Bruce was the youngest son of Robert “Ellis” and Mabel Mae (Woerner) Bailey. Bruce graduated from Adrian High School with the Class of 1970. While in school Bruce played trumpet in the high school band, while unbeknown to him his future wife was also in band in the woodwind section. He went on to attend Washtenaw Community College earning his associate degree in radiology technology. Bruce later obtained his bachelor’s degree from Siena Heights College in business administration. On March 20, 1973 Bruce married Yvette Renner at the First United Methodist Church in Adrian and they have shared over 49 wonderful years together. Bruce worked as an x-ray technician at St. Joseph Hospital for 8 years before going to the University of Michigan Hospital. He worked at U of M Hospital for over 25 years before he retired in 2008. After retiring, Bruce moved back to his childhood home on the family farm. Bruce focused his time on “hobby” farming where he raised fruits and vegetables; and was a regular vendor at the Adrian Farmers Market for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed antiquing and finding collectables. Bruce considered himself lucky when he would come across a pump organ; and his family reports that Bruce was lucky, as there have been 8 pump organs over the years. Bruce attended Faith Baptist Church in Adrian. In addition to his wife, Yvette, Bruce is survived by their sons, John Bailey and Chris (Teri) Bailey; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Crystal) Long, Tyeghan Long, Savannah Bailey and Caleb Bailey; great-granddaughter, Mia Long; and brothers, Robert (Sarah) Bailey and William (Donna) Bailey. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Jennifer Bailey Long. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home in Adrian with Pastor Greg Burdine officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Monday, July 25, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in Bruce’s memory may be made to Hospice of Lenawee. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com.

Bruce Lynn Bailey

November 10, 1952 - July 20, 2022