Lawrence E. Bailey
October 23, 1933 - November 5, 2020
Lawrence E. Bailey, 87, passed away on Thursday at home with his family by his side. Born in St. Petersburg, FL, Lawrence resided in Syracuse for the past 55 years. He worked for Carrier and retired after 25 years of service. Lawrence served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was an avid reader and enjoyed jazz music. Lawrence loved watching the news and sports, especially golf and basketball. He is predeceased by his wife, Josephine H. Bailey. Lawrence is survived by his daughter, Sonja Sampson; sister, Dorothy Peoples; four grandchildren, Salih A. Garrett, Lakeshia M. Bailey, FuQuan A. Borum, and Khalif N. Wilkinson; seven great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A calling hour will be held on Wednesday, November 11 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at FARONE & SON, Inc. Funeral Home, 1500 Park Street. A funeral service will follow at the funeral home at 12 p.m. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.
Lawrence E. Bailey, 87, passed away on Thursday at home with his family by his side. Born in St. Petersburg, FL, Lawrence resided in Syracuse for the past 55 years. He worked for Carrier and retired after 25 years of service. Lawrence served... View Obituary & Service Information