Walt Bailey's Obituary
Walt Bailey, of McLean, TX, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025 in Wheeler, TX at the age of 73 years, 6 months and 21 days. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Cremation and Arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of McLean.
Walt was born on March 19, 1952 in Groom, TX to Lester Reuben and Wanda (Elliott) Bailey. He grew up in McLean and graduated from McLean High School in 1970. He married Bonnie Boothe on June 29, 1998 in McLean.
Walt worked as a supervisor at Celanese. He retired in 2008 after 29 years of service. He enjoyed working with cattle and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Wanda Bailey; his grandparents; and 2 sisters, Connia and Donnia.
Walt is survived by his wife, Bonnie; children, Jonathan Bailey and wife, Melissa, and Lori Bichsel and husband, Timmy; grandchildren, Luke Dickey and Lizzy, Noah Dickey, Andrew Bichsel and Cassidy, RayLeigh Gaines and Brody, Lauren Bichsel and Avery Bichsel; and 3 great grandchildren.
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