Thomas Bailey

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Jada Cooper

I loved Mr. Bailey, he was always so kind to me .

Patty and Jon Burmeister

We are terribly sorry to here about Tom.such a good man and GREAT home builder. Our prayers are with your family

Cardell Deleon

I am glad I had the chance to talk to Mr Bailey a few weeks ago he was in good spirits and as usual gave me good sound advice on the questions I had for him. His wisdom will truly be missed by me for sure, as he was a great leader in the home building business. His dedication to the people he trusted brought out the best in them he helped guide me when I started a new business two years ago and I will never forget what he told me. Tim I know its tough for you but you were his pride and joy , remember the car you received at graduation , we talked about that all the time he enjoyed those conversations I could tell. God Bless The Bailey Family

Jenni Marino

I am so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Lots of fond memories. I know you will miss him.

Diane Cannon

We still live in the house Tom built for us 35 years. ago. He built a great house and he was a wonderful man and friend! RIP, Tom!

Rosa Herman

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Bailey family. Tom was a rock for all and he will be missed!

Lance mccullers

My prayers and thoughts go out to your family . I enjoyed all the years of getting to know you through baseball you are a great baseball fan and a great person . I can’t remember the days that you and Jerry would fly around and watch me pitch and it was really nice when my oldest son was drafted by the Astros and I got to see you for more years watching him play And how much you enjoyed it like you did with me you are a great person and a great friend .I will miss you LAnce

Renee Broussard

I am so very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. While I knew Tom for 45+ years, over the past 9 months really got to know him. Tom and I had many long phone conversations during that period - we literally would spend hours on the phone - primarily talking about his illness and him looking to me for advise on care, diet, etc. Tom was always very close to my brother and knew that I cared for him when he had the same health issues as Tom. Such a dear, sweet man who I consider a great friend. God bless Tom - I will miss our very special talks...no more pain.

Betty Ann Offerman

I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Gaynell and the rest of Tom's family. He was always such a kind, helpful, and considerate person. He will be missed.

John & Judy Bryant

Tommy, may GOD welcome you into HIS loving care, and an eternal life as a member of GOD'S family in Heaven. Our thoughts and prayers to Gaynell, Terri, Tim, Katlyn and all of the Bailey family and loved ones. Rest in Peace.

Roy D. Kirkland

Tom was a good guy and enjoyed life. Enjoyed playing slow pitch solfball with him. Great third basemen. Also enjoyed knowing him as a fellow Builder. He will be missed. Roy D. Kirkland

Jeff Skyvara

Tom was a friend and business acquaintance whom I was fortunate to know over 17 years. During this time, he called on me numerous times to do remodeling and general maintenance on his home, his daughter's home, and his office complex. Working for him was a pleasure because he always had all the details worked out and any supplies needed, so it was easy to focus on meeting the high standards he expected. We had a great relationship in this respect. He helped me transition from corporate America to my own small business of home remolding. He referred tens of dozens of customers to me. He was in touch with a lot of people, people I would never been able to do work for without his recommendation. His credibility opened a lot of doors for me and helped me tremendously. Many times, I would get a phone call that started with, "Mr. Bailey gave me your number. . .". Furthermore, I could call Tom if I needed advise as he would talk me thru a situation or have me call someone who could help when needed. I feel so honored to have known this kind and thoughtful individual all these years and I will miss him greatly.

Sandra Chiappetta Martin

So sorry to the Bailey family on your loss of Tom... Have known this great guy most of my life.. RIP Tommy...

Jennifer Dorrell

Mr. Bailey was my landlord for over 15 years and he will be missed. He always flew the American flag at our office on National holidays...never missed one. R.I.P.

Tanya Behrens

I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. When I met Tom as our paths crossed at Regina Howell Elementary, we became instant friends. He spent a lot of time with his granddaughter Kaitlin there. My daughter was a year ahead of her so we had several years to bond. That bond continued after Tom met PD and they loved talking baseball. He shared baseball stories of his time playing, and he even came out to support our son when he played at West Brook. We always enjoyed talking with Tom. He shared Astros tickets with us to the All Star Game and World Series. He was gentle and kind. We will miss him. Our prayers go out to Gaynell and all of Tom's family and friends that will miss this special man.

Lou Valentic

Thirty-six years ago, April of 1983, a nice gentleman arrived at Vincent-Beck Stadium one hour before the gates were to open for the first home game for the Beaumont Golden Gators. He walked into the park, leaned against the fence and proceeded to watch batting practice. At some point I saw him and apologized that he would need to step outside of the gates until we were ready to open for business. He introduced himself to me, and that began a 36 year relationship with Tom Bailey! Since I didn't know him prior to then, I didn't know he was a season ticket holder, an advertiser on our fence (2 signs!) and in our scorebook! He spent many a night sitting behind home plate analyzing each game and each player the San Diego Padres sent us. Tom became great friends with many of them.... Lance McCullers, Pat Casey, Kevin Towers, Mark Gillespie and so many more. He would let them play golf at his club, and they never were expected to pay a dime. He became friends with their spouses and helped them however he could. And, he kept in touch with them as they progressed in baseball, even flying to watch them pitch and play in the Majors. Tom and I would talk every few months. We'd catch up on personal things and then spend the rest of the call talking baseball. He went to numerous World Series games, several All Star Games and countless other sporting events. One of his most memorable trips was a weekend with me in Indiana and Ohio. We went to Notre Dame on Saturday to tour the campus and watch the Irish, then proceeded to drive to Cleveland to watch the Browns play his Dallas Cowboys! He was so impressed with Notre Dame and we continued to greet each other with the phrase, "Welcome to Notre Dame" which you hear frequently on campus and at the stadium. That made a lasting impression on him. The City of Beaumont has lost a great business man. The family's loss is imaginable, and his friends, like me and so many others, have lost a kind, caring, generous and gem of a man. My sympathies to the entire Bailey Family. Welcome to Notre Dame Tom. Lou Valentic

Remi Bryan

Gaynell and Terri, So sad to hear about Tom. He was a smart man with a lot of wisdom to share. We will miss him around the neighborhood, I know he fought long and hard to stay with y’all. Prayers of comfort for you all.

Sally Switzer

Terri, I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s death. My deepest sympathies. My prayers are with you and your family .

Richard Worthey

I was sorry to learn of Tom's passing. Tom was a good friend and great nextdoor neighbor. He has helped me on numerous projects with his expertise as a homebuilder. I will miss him. I could not have had a better neighbor living next door.

Mark W. Stiles

Southeast Texas has lost a great businessman and home builder. His family has lost a great husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Many of us have lost a good friend. Many of us lost a great mentor. He taught me many important lessons in life. He gave me many opportunities when in my young professional life, they were hard to come by. What a good example of a man that made it on his own. Nobody ever gave him a thing. He worked for his oppportunities. Rest well my friend.

Jeffery Foreman

I am so sorry I could not be there, I did not find out in time for I was out of town. Tom was so kind to me ALWAYS.. He helped me in many ways to understand the building business and was a friend to me persoanlly. Always offered up his help. I wish God's loving presence, mercy and grace on you all during this special time of need. God bless the family.

Dave Bennett

Beaumont has lost a great home builder and business man as well a friend to many. Tom was a man of his word and someone you could count on. Rest easy my friend and may God bless and comfort your family during this most difficult time..

Gail Foreman

Tom Bailey was one of the best and dearest friends i have had in my life. I have been his hairdresser for many years. We have had many heart felt conversations through the years. He was a person that you knew was a man of his word. He was always there for me when i needed a his knowledge of what to do for many things. He was a tremendous home builder. I will miss him dearly.. He loved his family dearly always talked about them. So sorry i missed the service did not find out about his passing till the day of his service. My sympathy to the family and friends and God Bless.

Janet Decuir

I can honestly say that Tom was the most honest, caring and giving person I have ever known. It was his way or the highway! I am going to miss him so much, because I was with him every day for 8yrs. I loved him and Gaynell & their family very much. RIP Tom

Farrell and Debbie Smith

Debbie and I only learned about Tom today. We are very sorry and pray that his family finds the peace and comfort that only the Lord can give during these difficult times. It was 35 years ago this Spring that Tom built our home in Willow Creek and we still own it. He was great to deal with in the construction process and Debbie always said there will never be another Tom Bailey. He had our respect and admiration. We would see him at church or out eating and he would always stop to check in. We will miss seeing him and catching up.

Richard Payne

Tom built our first house in Willow Creek. We have since moved & built 2 other houses. Tom did a better job, by far, than any of the others, including major builders. He was the best builder we ever dealt with. Our prayers are with the family.