Mark Anthony Bailey

May 6, 1934 - June 9, 2016

I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. 2nd Timothy 4:7 Mark A Bailey Born May 6th 1934 in Arvonia Kansas. Mark returned to his heavenly father on June 9th 2016 surrounded by his family up until his final moments on earth. Mark has been released from the confine his body. He is now running, dancing and singing with his loved one that have passed before him. Mark always had a cheesy smile and a witty sense of humor and could not carry a tune but that did not keep him from singing. he cared deeply for others was always helping other expecting nothing in return. Mark was an avid reader and was known by other to always have a book in hand. Mark loved shooting and had numerous awards for marksmanship. Mark was a farm boy that believed in working hard. He was a General Contractor and loved to build and a jack of all trades he owned Mark A Bailey Construction where he mentored numerous people. He worked as a prison guard, police officer, and a probation officer and had many talents. Mark was a Marine and served in the Korean War and was in the 1st graduating class at The University of California at Hayward. Mark left behind his beloved wife of 54 years (Mary) son (Steven) daughter (Julie) 4 grandchildren (Christian, Mackenzie, Cheyenne and Alyssa) and great-grandson Broody. Sisters (Hattie & Ione) Proceeded in death by his, parents and sister (Elva) Special thanks to everyone at (Solitice) nurse Patrick and Stasha (Endorance) Downa for their compassionate care until the final days of his life. There will be a Memorial service held Monday June 20th, 2016 at Utah Veterans Memorial Park located at 17111 S. Camp Williams Rd (Redwood Road), Bluffdale, UT. Please arrive by 10:45am.