05/01/2026
Good evening Bethel family,
Below is the obituary for Ronald Bailes (our Uncle Ron). We will be singing some of his songs on Sunday and sharing some precious memories of him during our service, to celebrate him living his life for the Lord. He was truly a blessing to so many through his singing, praying and ministering of the word of the Lord. We send love and prayers to his wife, Aunt Judy, also to his sons, Mike Bailes, and Ronnie Bailes, and their families, also to his sister, our own first Lady; Joann Turnage, and his brother Delbert Bailes. We send our deepest condolences to his whole family and loved ones. We know he is with our Lord Jesus Christ and in the greatest of company of so many that have went before us!!! What an honor it has been to be on this journey with our Uncle Ronald Bailes. Uncle Ron, as your song goes," we would like to say today that we love you!" God bless you all!
RONALD WAYNE BAILES
Mr. Ronald Wayne Bailes, age 82, of Bonifay, Florida passed away April 26, 2026, at his home. He was born January 29, 1944, in Orlando, Florida to the late James Joel ‘Joe’ Bailes and Bernice Gladys Holt Bailes. In addition to his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by two brothers, Billy Ray Bailes and James Howard ‘Bud’ Bailes, and two sisters, Joyce Gunther and Elizabeth ‘Libby’ Boroughs.
Mr. Bailes is survived by his wife of 38 years, Judy Bailes; two sons, Ronald Bailes Jr and wife Jennifer and Mike Bailes and wife Kim; two stepchildren, Deanna Powell and husband Ron and Fred Baker Jr.; one sister, Joann Turnage; one brother, Delbert G. Bailes and wife Elaine; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 PM Friday, May 1, 2026, at Peel Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Mt. Zion Independent Baptist Church, 3205 Highway 2, Bonifay, Florida.