Nancy Mae (Flatt) Bailey, 78 of Christopher, Illinois passed away March 9, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loved ones and her beloved Bosco.
Nancy was born in West Frankfort, Illinois on August 15, 1944 to Gerald W. Flatt, Sr and Phyllis (Lamb) Flatt. She married Charles (Charlie) Bailey on September 7, 1963 in Christopher. They shared 52 years of marriage before Charlie’s passing on June 8, 2016. To this union were born two sons, Stephen Scott and Craig David.
Nancy was a 1962 graduate of Christopher Community High School and after graduation she attended and graduated from VTI (SIU’s trade school) as a cosmetologist. She styled hair in various beauty shops in the area before setting up her own salon in her home. She later worked at various places and professions including the Christopher Water Department, as a florist and at Crownline Boats. She took on another career later on detailing boats. Nancy never knew the phrase “sit and be still” because she was always on the move! Nancy never met a stranger and always had a big smile on her face. She was a beloved friend to many and will be missed more than words can say.
Surviving Nancy are sons Stephen Bailey, Benton and Craig Bailey of Hot Springs, Arkansas; siblings Donna (Mike) Sevenski, Benton and Kathy (Brad) Miller of Mulkeytown. Grandchildren Gunner (Chelsea) Bailey, Tanner Bailey, Joey and Kortnie Bailey, as well as two great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews who are left to mourn her passing. She is also survived by her beloved dog and constant companion Bosco. Survived also by sister-in-laws Brenda (Ralph) Hale, Christopher, Ada Flatt Benton and Wanda Flatt of Duquoin and her dear friend Brenda Gunter of Christopher.
We cannot thank SSM Hospice enough for their wonderful and compassionate care of Nancy. We want to thank especially her nurse Chris, HHA Serena and social worker Andrea. Without them we don’t know what we would have done.
She was preceded in death by her parents Gerald and Phyllis Flatt, her husband Charlie, her brothers Gerald Jr. (G.W.), Oliver II (O.D.), and niece Cheryl (Hale) Cali.
Funeral services will be on Monday March 13, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at Hammonds Cemetery in Buckner.
In lieu of flowers please honor Nancy’s memory and her love for her dear Bosco by donating to Friends of FCAC, P.O. Box 210, Christopher, IL 62822. Donations will also be accepted at the funeral home.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
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