In Memory of Anna Bailey

Anna Bailey, 81, passed away on November 16, 2025, in Bengal, Oklahoma.

She was the beloved wife of John Bailey Sr., with whom she shared 65 years of marriage. Born in Wilburton, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Herman and Phyllis (Pitcock) Freiling.

Anna is survived by her husband, John Bailey Sr. of Bengal, OK; her children: Rosemary Petty of Talihina, OK; Phylis Bailey of Leflore, OK; John Bailey Jr. of Bengal, OK; Brenda and Jack Scarberry of Del City, OK; Gordon Bailey of Bengal, OK; and Jan Jones of Oklahoma City, OK. She is also survived by her siblings: Dean Guinn of Tuskahoma, OK; Maudie McCullough of Wister, OK; Ed Pitcock of Buffalo Valley, OK; and Sandra Little of Buffalo Valley, OK.

Anna also leaves behind 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Phyllis (Pitcock) Freiling; her brother, Doyle Gene; her son, Eugene Bailey; her sisters, Marva Pierson and Melzoila “Pony” Mathews; her granddaughter, Ruth Ann; and her grandsons, Jimmy Bailey and Johnathan Hudlow.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Red Oak Cemetery in Red Oak, Oklahoma, with Rev. Bobby Finley officiating. Services are under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home.