Obituary of Harold James Bailey

     James “Jim” Bailey, 79, passed away on the morning of May 7, 2021 at home, surrounded by his loving family.

     Jim was born at home in the West Keansburg section of what was then Raritan Twp. He was one of seven children born to his parents. He had to go to work at the age of 16 when his father passed away. His mother took him up to Raritan Town Hall and got him a job with the Department of Public Works, which he held for over 40 years. Jim worked his way up to become Superintendent of the Hazlet Twp. Department of Public Works until his retirement in 2004.

    Later in life, Jim loved to travel with his family to Florida and took many family cruises. He loved to hang out with his family, especially his grandchildren.

     Jim was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Scotty; his sisters Margaret (Peggy) and Dorothy.

     Jim is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Janet; his 3 sons and daughter-in-law James and Heather Bailey, Keith Bailey and Shawn Bailey; his grandchildren Ryan, Kevin, Amanda, Danny and Sydney Bailey; his sister Marylou Evernham; brother Edward Bailey.

     A viewing will be held on Monday May 10, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Freeman Funeral Home 47 E. Main St. Freehold. The Funeral Liturgy will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday May 11, 2021 at St. Rose of Lima Church 16 McLean St, Freehold.

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