Obituaries

Kelvin "Kep" Devon Bailey

March 11, 1974 - September 10, 2015

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Obituary For Kelvin "Kep" Devon Bailey

Kelvin "Kep" Devon Bailey was born March 11, 1974 to Virginia Thompson and the late Horace Lee Bailey. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Bailey, Sr., Mr. Rawson E. Thompson, Ola M. Houston, Willie Bailey, Jr., James Bailey; sister, Valerie Reeves; Uncle, Carmen Grier; Auntie Judy Stephens, Aunt Brenda K. Swindle.

He joined the Elim Baptist Church at an early age; and received his education in the Coweta County School System and graduated from East Coweta in 1994. He continued on to join the University of Georgia's Northwest District in 2003 as a 4H Specialist. There he taught educational programs and served as a lifeguard instructor. He was currently employed by Atlanta Sports and Social Club. He was a joy to all that met him and he never met a stranger.

He leave to miss him, a loving family, mother, Virginia Thompson; brother, Kenneth C. Thompson; sister, Tammie Woods; grandmother, Virginia S. Thompson (late Rawson Thompson); aunts, Evelyn Rosser, Linda Swindle, Mallonie Houston, Tracey (Anthony) Geter, Gloria Crook, Vivian Dominick, Betty Barber, Mae Dale (Alexander) and Wyvonia Solomon; uncles, Willie Thompson (Barbara), Chester I. Stephens (late Judy L. Stephens), Richard Swindle, Mark Houston, Travis Houston (Tiffany), and uncle Gene Bailey; and a host of cousins and friends.

Most people spend a lifetime searching for happiness and fulfillment, but at a young age Kep set out on his journey to serve, teach, and encourage others,

His leadership and work ethics inspired a generation of people much younger than himself and with the help of God, he changed lives through his tenacity to help nurture,

He truly loved his career and everyone he came in contact with. All loved him. As a University of Georgia 4H Leader, he was taught that mentoring enriches the lives of others. This was Kep's job as well as his life.

As we say our tender good byes, lets remember that when the opportunity presents itself, we should embrace the chance to do as Kep did . . . serve, uplift, and encourage one another.

We Say Farewell Kep, "Mission Accomplished."

Services

16 Sep

Interment

- 00:00 PM

Grantville City Cemetery 123 Lagrange St Grantville, GA 30220 Get Directions »
16 Sep

Funeral Service

01:00 PM - 00:00 PM

Greater Jehovah Baptist Church 2 Roger Arnold Road Grantville, , GA 30220 Get Directions »
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  • November 29, 2019

    Mark Dzikowski

    I still miss you dear friend --its 2019--today I make a donation so that the great work you did while with us continues now that you are gone

  • September 27, 2015

    c. collier

    Virginia, I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories cause you to smile often in the days ahead, until you meet again. "There is going to be a resurrection" (Acts 24:15).

  • September 22, 2015

    Emma Hawkins

    Virginia,I can't imagine the pain in your heart today,but I do know that God will bring you through it.My Sister,you raised a son that any mother would be proud to call her own. Take comfort in knowing that even though "Kep" IS With THE LORD,He's with you too,in Spirit,because he loved you so much. He was respected,and loved by so many people,and he accomplished so much in his short time here with us."Kep"made his mark and he will always be remembered for his caring,loving,and kind ways . May God continue to Bless you and the rest of your family.Stay Strong my Sister. Emma Jean and Family

  • September 17, 2015

    Stacy Nalls

    I know him well. He was my classmate at East Coweta High School in 1993. He was very funny and nice to me. I miss him when he gone to his heaven right now. Praying for him and your family.

  • September 16, 2015

    Lyshon Ferrell

    To the Family, I would like to send condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God Keep you at this time..Prayers Going Out To You All.. God Bless..Lyshon Ferrell and family.

  • September 16, 2015

    Lynne Tipton

    It breaks my heart to think of all the children that will miss that smile. Kelvin was such a wonderful person. He will always be remembered. What a legacy he leaves. Lynne Tipton 4-H Volunteer

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