Arlene Watters Bailey, age 90, of Lewes, DE formally of Allamuchy Township, NJ, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 with her son Greg and his wife Patrice by her side in Lewis, De. Arlene was born March 30, 1932 in Oxford, NJ. She is the daughter of the late Howard F and Essie (Mershon) Watters. She married Ralph Edwin Bailey. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph Edwin Bailey on October 3, 2012.
She was employed by A&P Corp for 45 Years as a(n) Manager Cashier. Arlene lived a long and volunteering life, she was a original member of the Allamuchy-Green Township First Aid Squad, and a volunteer at Hackettstown Hospital for over 15 years.
She was always a member of the Panther Valley Ecumenical Ministry and a member of the Hackettstown Senior Citizens Hall of Fame.
She is survived by her son: Gregory Bailey and his wife Patrice of Lewes, Delaware and three grandchildren: Krista Murphy and her husband Ryan, Jessica Silvent and her husband Joe and Gregory S. Bailey and his wife Nicole. She is also survived by a step grandson Jory White and his wife Mary, also six great grandchildren and several nieces.
Visitation will take place on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Cochran Funeral Home with Rev. Jeanette Hile officiating, Burial will take place at Tranquility Cemetery, 40 Tranquility Road, Tranquility, NJ following the service.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Allamuchy-Green First Aid Squad, P.O. Box 25, Maple Lane, Tranquility, NJ 07879.
For those wishing to leave online condolences, please visit www.cochranfuneral.com
13 Condolences for Bailey, Arlene W.
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karen rudd says
April 7, 2022 at 3:50 pmGregory and Family
We knew mom through the First Aid Squad and hospital Sending
thoughts and prayers to the entire Family
Eric and Karen Rudd
Kathy Rich says
April 7, 2022 at 4:00 pmDear Gregory and family, so sorry to hear of Arlenes’ passing. Always with a smile and always a familiar face at Hackettstown Hospital. A vibrant personality that will be missed by many. Condolences to the entire Bailey family. Kathy & Joe Rich
Michael Gibbs says
April 7, 2022 at 6:36 pmTo Greg, Patrice and family
Chris and I are so very sorry for your loss of Mom. She was a great person and was always a pleasure to talk and enjoyed working alongside of her and Ralph on EMS calls. May she rest in peace.
Mike & Chris Gibbs
Joey Silvent says
April 8, 2022 at 12:27 amBest lady in New Jersey. Rest In Peace Queen Bailey!
William Weber says
April 8, 2022 at 2:21 amWhat a selfless, energetic, loving and loved friend of mine and of so many others touched by her effervescent personality and tireless volunteerism.
Paul & Robin Wallace says
April 8, 2022 at 11:24 pmGreg, My Wife Robin & I are so saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing, I fear our words will provide little comfort , so we are praying our FATHER in Heaven, through Christ Jesus provide the shoulder to lean on, Comfort you all need,
GOD Bless
Paul & Robin Wallace
David Tynan says
April 9, 2022 at 12:19 pmGreg, Sorry for your loss, May she rest in peace. Remember her from the original A & P in Washington Twsp.
Jan Meichsner says
April 9, 2022 at 3:33 pmGreg and Patrice, sorry for your loss. Aunt Arlene was a character, and I loved her more than she knew, more than anyone knew. She lived a good, long life; and she’s with Uncle Ralph now and happier than ever.
Sandy and Buddy Dietz says
April 9, 2022 at 4:50 pmGreg, Patrice and Family Our Deepest Condolences with Heartfelt Sympathy and kindness to you in your Sorrow
Glenn McFall says
April 14, 2022 at 2:22 pmI knew Arlene through Panther Valley Ecumenical Church. I remember her fondly as someone who was both kind and showed much concern for others. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family and loved ones.
DM Schlossberg says
April 14, 2022 at 2:57 pmGreg, Patrice and family, Aunt Arlene will be missed by many. She was an original and I have many wonderful memories of our families spending time together. May she Rest In Peace. Thank you both for taking such good care of her in her final years. Love, Donna’ ‘Re
Kim Foreman says
April 20, 2022 at 5:00 pmRest in Peach, Arlene!
Theresa Rucker says
August 3, 2022 at 2:07 amArlene was a dear friend of the Paul Mulvihill family on Mine Hill Rd. She visited Carson City, Nevada to see Paul and Anna Mulvihill in the 1990’s and, as usual, a wonderful, happy visit for all. God’s blessings for her and her family. Terry Mulvihill Rucker
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