Luke Bailey Obituary (1923 - 2008)

Luke Bailey, of Centreville, Maryland, departed this life and entered into eternity on November 16, 2008. Luke was born July 22, 1923 to the parents of Henry Ringgold and Christine Grace. Luke's travels have taken him from his place of birth to Denton, Easton and Baltimore. Much of Luke's vacation surrounded his love for farming. He was best known as a farmhand. Luke has worked for several farms in Centreville and the surrounding counties. Luke loved working around his house in Centreville fixing his tractors, automobiles and the like. Luke also was quite fond of his many cats. Luke's fingerprints are all around Centreville. He was often seen in the community pulling his wagon or politely speaking to passersby on the streets of Centreville or laughing with all those who would stop and talk. Luke had a fond love for his church, Bethel AME Church. Since the church's move to this present location, Luke has been intricately involved in the life of Bethel. In fact Luke was known to be the "sentinel" of the church. Luke was quite protective of Bethel and kept a constant vigil. Luke was loved by the community and his church. Surely, Luke Bailey will be greatly missed. May memories of Luke continue to reverberate throughout our community. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008 11am at Bethel AME Church Centreville, Md with a viewing two hours prior to the services. Interment Robinson's Cemetery