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Joseph Ronald Bailey


Sunrise: November 26, 1965

Sunset: March 26, 2021
Joseph Ronald Bailey went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2021. He was born to Theodore Bailey and Sudie Bailey in Harevalley, Va.
Joseph was a triathlete, he played JV & Varsity football, basketball and ran track. He played basketball for Northampton Senior High School #83 before moving to Norfolk, VA to play for Maury High School where he got the name Jumpin Joe. He graduated from Norview High School in 1983. Joe worked for the City of Norfolk Community Service Board until moving to Woodbridge, VA where he worked for George Mason University and eventually settling at Virginia DMV. Joseph was a member of Agape Full Gospel Worship Center under the leadership of Apostle Dr. Adrienne M. Lee. In his spare time he loved to fish, cook, watch sports especially the 49ers, listen to his favorite song Fall for you by Leela James and spend time with family. He was a man of integrity and he left a graceful impression on everyone he encountered. He was a godly man and always there to lend a helping hand when anyone called on him. His greatest accomplishment was being a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents John Amos and Annie Beckett, paternal grandparents Caleb and Sarah Bailey, son Rashaad Terrance Matthews, father in law Arthur Hodges, daughter Tiffany Ciearra Dowtin, grandson Isaiah Dowtin-Coffey and granddaughter Malaijah Conwell.
He leave to cherish his memory the love of his life Felicia Dowtin-Bailey, father Theodore Bailey, mother Sudie Bailey, mother in law Delois (Thomas Jr) Coffey. Siblings: brother: Landerus Bailey, sisters: Faith Bailey and Cheryl Brown, brother in law: Linwood Dowtin. Children: son Anthony Matthews, daughters: Ronnesha Upshur, Ashley (Courage) Dowtin, Tieara Matthews, Krista Wright, Ashanti (D’Alan) Goodhope, Mira Dowtin, Sacoya (Morgan) Mitchem and Malika Coffey. 20 grandkids and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and friends.
Viewing Tuesday, April 6, 2021 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Wednesday, April 7, 2021 11:00am Metropolitan Funeral Service Berkley Chapel Interment Roosevelt Memorial Park 1101 Campostella Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance.

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    Sarah Moses says

    Joe had such an amazing personality. He was always joking and had swift witty remarks that left you laughing, gasping for breath. I am going to miss him.
    My condolences to his wife and family.  

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    Sonya Dixon says

    Felicia and Family,
    I can only imagine the pain you are going through. God has called this angel home because he needs in heaven to do more work. I will miss him because he was a kind and caring person always checking on us here in the Lorton CSC. He always had a smile and something funny to say. I will miss him greatly. Please know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.

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    Jacquelin Whitley Hodges says

    Joseph was a beautiful man whom loved his wife and family dearly. Felicia your faith in God will carry you thru this difficult time. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and shall direct thy paths.Spending time with Jesus was my refuge and strength.

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    The Harrisonburg DMV Family says

    Thinking of you & your family! Hugs & Prayers!

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    Aladriene Johnson says

    Felicia and Family,
    Joe was so much more than his work title. He always had a smile, a kind word, and a genuine sincerity that brightened our day. I will continue to pray for and with your family during this time.

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    Binod basnet Franconia dmv says

    Felicia and family
    He is such a good man, I always ask how is Felicia doing. He always has same answer she is doing good. Now I do not have any one to ask how my friend Felicia doing. I will continue to pray for you felicia.

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    Gwendolyn Early says

    Felicia…Cast all your care upon HIM for HE cares for you..my prayers are with you and the family…spending time in the presence of the LORD JESUS is our strength and comfort….

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      Lance williams says

      To the Bailey Family,
      So very sorry to hear of Joe’s passing, know that you are in our prayers, may God comfort you at this difficult time.

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    MARIEL CARREON says

    Felicia,

    Will be praying for you and your family. May he rest in peace.

    Mariel Carreon
    Lorton DMV

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    Trinh Tran says

    I am sorry for your lost, may he rest in peace.

    Trinh Tran
    Lorton DMV

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      Saundra Perkins says

      To the Bailey Family:
      So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and hearts are with you.
      May God bless and keep you during this time.
      Your cousin Saundra and family

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    maryam fida says

    Felicia,
    lot of prayers for you and your family. he was very nice man. may he rest in peace.

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    Pastor Jeremiah Herring says

    From the Pastor Jeremiah Herring & The NDOW Family in the Alexandria, VA. We send our deepest sympathy to the family & friends of Joe as he will truly be missed!

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    Teffera Teshome says

    My condolences to Felecia and Joe’s family. This is very sad and sudden. Joe was a unique, kind human being I was privileged to know and work in the past few years. May God give his strength and comfort to the family and rest his Soul in peace.

    Teffera Alexandria DMV

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    Marian Opoku-Oteng says

    Felicia, my deepest sympathies are with you for the loss of Joe Bailey. Joe always had a smile on his face. Losing a loved one is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone. It feels like fog casting a veil over your life. I want you to know it won’t always be that way. The fog will clear, and the sun will shine again. Psalms 147:3(He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds).My prayers are with you and your family.

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    Alton Gooden says

    My Deepest Sympathy & Condolences to Felicia & the entire Bailey Family during these difficult times! My Prayers goes out to the entire Family and if you need any assistance; I’m always available

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    Wendy Caldwell says

    Ecclesiastes 3:1-4
    There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens…
    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the Bailey family. His time was short but it was his season. He is in God’s hands and following God’s plan. May he rest in peace.

    So sorry for your loss.

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    Venus Munson says

    My deepest condolences to You and the Family. Sending Prayers that God surround each of you with Peace, Comfort, Strength and Love during this time, and though the years. I couldn’t even imagine. I didn’t really know Joe, we spoke in passing, but I’ll always remember his smile.

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    Ramona Beckett says

    To my entire Bailey Family,
    Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. I will miss his smile and quiet ways of how he would always say cuz how are you doing. Even in the mist of the pain we can rest assured that God is with us to bring us comfort during this time. I am sending my condolences with Love and prayer. May you feel the peace of God surrounding you. Much Love family!
    1st Corinth 15:51-53

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    Aunt Barbara Jean Britt Hinton & Family says

    To Fe and family, “Remember God will take care of you’ll” As you already know, that you have my sincere & deepest sympathy in loss of your husband.

    Love Aunt Barbara Jean Britt Hinton & Family

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    Sis. Ella Mae Mercer & Bro. Michael Gates says

    To the Bailey, Dowtin, Britt & Coffey families, We send our heartfelt condolences during and after your bereavement hours. ” Remember God is still in control of our lives”

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    Nikki says

    Felicia and family,
    My prayers are with you all and may God comfort your hearts at this difficult time.

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    Alicia Traynham @ Franconia CSC says

    Felicia & family,
    My deepest condolences to you and your family.
    I just learned that his name was Joe about three months ago. I would greet him by saying hello Felicia’s husband.
    One if my funniest memories was when Joe was working on the flag pole and it was thundering and raining. I let you know that your husband was out in the rain working on that pole. He wanted to know who told on him.
    He is greatly missed at Franconia CSC.
    There is sunshine after the rain. Remember that when it seems difficult to trust in GOD.

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    Sherry Davis says

    Felicia and Family,
    I’ve been trying to think of what to say to you during this unimaginable time but I simply have no words! Joe was the sweetest man! He was my buddy! I loved seeing him almost everyday. He always had the greatest smile on his face and I think that is because of the love he received from his family. Felicia you know you were his world! My deepest condolences to you and the rest of his family, including his DMV family. He will surely be missed. If you need anything at all, please reach out!

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    DICEITHIA YVETTE WHITE says

    FELICIA AND FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS FOR YOUR COMFORT . HE WAS ALWAYS SMILING AND READY TO WORK WHEN I SAW HIM. HE WILL BE MISSED .

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