Wanda Kay Bailey, 53, died Monday, December 5, 2016, at her home on Marshall St.
Kay was born in Halifax County, October 13, 1963, to the late Bernard Louis Harris and Peggy Moore Harris.
She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and sister. Her greatest joy was becoming a “Grandma” to her grandson, Mason. She also loved spending time with her family, especially at the beach.
In addition to her parents, Kay was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Steven Bailey, II; step-father, E.V. Wilson and step-mother, Jean Harris.
Surviving are her daughter, Jessica Bailey Council and husband, Greg and grandson Mason; brother, Bernard Lynn Harris and friend, Tish Worsham, both of Roanoke Rapids; sisters, Shawn Haislip and husband, Mike of Roanoke Rapids, and Debra Jean Pilkington of Smithfield. Also surviving are her nieces and nephews, Amber Haislip, Miranda Haislip, Shannon Hobbs, Nikki Stanley, Kris Harris, Todd Harris, Justin Harris and Marvin Stanley.
The family will receive friends at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service Thursday, December 8, 2016, from 6-8 pm. and other times at 1114 Jefferson Street.
Rev. Randy Martin and Rev. Jimmy King will conduct funeral services at the chapel in Hockaday Friday, December 9, 2016 at 2:00. Interment will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery.
The family request for ones attending Kay’s services, please wear bright colors to celebrate and honor her life.
Also, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made to Hockaday Funeral Home, c/o Kay Bailey, 507 HWY 158, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.
Online condolences may be made to www.hockadayfs.com