Carol Jean Bailey
February 18, 2015
Carol Jean Bailey, 68, was born January 8, 1947 to Wayne and Macil Hedlund in Indianola. She went to be with her Savior at her home on Wednesday February 18, 2015.
Carol graduated from Bondurant High School and was a long time active member of Santiago United Methodist Church. She played softball, volleyball, and basketball for many years in various leagues in the Mitchellville and Mingo area. Carol enjoyed shopping, especially for other people, working in her flower garden, and attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.
Carol’s greatest joy came from Grandma’s Day, spending every Sunday cooking a feast for her family and enjoying the day together.
Carol is survived by her husband of 50 years, Daniel; sons, Ron (Melissa) and Larry (Amy); grandchildren, Danielle, Drake, Kelly, Macy, and Holly; brothers, Murvin Jackson and Don (Edna) Hedlund; best friend, Pat (Larry) Bistline; and a host of other family and beloved friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2015 at Santiago United Methodist Church, 8050 NE 109th Street, with burial to follow at Franklin Township Cemetery. Visitation will be held 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW, Altoona.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Santiago United Methodist Church in loving memory of Carol.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Glenn Kinney
02/28/2015
Dan and Family: Although I did not personally know Carol Jean, I know it is hard to loose someone truly close to you for that amount of time. The memories of her will always be with you though. My sincere condolences to all of you.
Patty Inman Huen
02/28/2015
Dan & family: I am so sorry for your loss. It's been 51+ years, but I still have fond memories of riding the school bus with you & Carol. My heart & prayers are with you at this time. May God's love & peace surround you all.
Shellye Andrus
02/24/2015
Just as God knows the name of each star(Psalms 147:4) he knows what we are going through and comforts us during difficult times such as these.(James 4:8) He will soon swallow death forever(Isaiah 25:8) and those in memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out. (John 5:28,29) Jehovah God promises to resurrect or bring our loved ones back to life here on earth. God is all powerful and cannot lie(Titus 1:2) He will do all that he promises and we will be able to enjoy all his blessings. You may learn more at jw.org, may knowing more about his loving kindness help you during this difficult time. Shellye and Darren Andrus
Grant Griswold
02/22/2015
Ron, I remember your mom as always being so nice and kind. You and your family have my sincere condolences.
Maryla, Deanna, Ryan and Families
02/20/2015
Dan and Family,
Words seem inadequate to express the sorrow felt by the loss of Carol Jean. Her warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit will be remembered forever.
Margie Kling
02/20/2015
I will do my very best to fulfill Carol's request and think about her often as I do.
Diana Poffenberger
02/19/2015
We are all better people for having known Carol Jean. I will never forget her many kindnesses to me while living in Runnells. My prayers are with her family/
Teresa Howell
02/19/2015
This breaks my heart. I loved her and will miss her. But then who didn't love Carol Jean? She is with Aunt Eloise and her mama, all of them are wonderful, strong women. My condolences to Danny, Murvin, Donnie, and all of the family. You are in my prayers
Bud and Linda Hughes
02/19/2015
May it comfort you to know that so many others share in the pain of your loss! God knows, He cares, and He understands! May He grant you the Peace that can only come from Him. You are all in our prayers! Carol was a Great Lady, Wife, Mom, and Grandma!! She had such a loving nature, and it is now treasured in those she touched!! God Bless You!!
John M Thornton
02/19/2015
May God's peace be with your family. I will always remember Aunt Carol for her caring and loving nature. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. John M Thornton & Family
Carolyn Ethington
02/19/2015
holding you close in thought and heart wishing for a way to ease your pain with deepest sympathy
Carolyn