Therese M. “Terry” Bailey, nee Thorpe, June 19, 2020, of East Falls.
Beloved wife of Jack Bailey. Loving mother of Colleen Ash (Eddie), Tracy Paluba (Paul) and Kate Mongan (Bobby). Dear grandmother of T.J., Jake, Paul, Dan, Shannon and Eddie. Also survived by her brothers; William, James, Thomas Thorpe and Thomas Murphy and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Barbara and “Sarge” Thorpe, her brothers Francis, Donald and Kenny and her sister Barbara Ann Holbert.
Terry taught for many years at St. Josaphat and St. Bridget Schools.
Her funeral will be on Friday, June 26th at St. Bridget Church. Visitation, 9 o’clock, Mass 10 o’clock. Interment, private.
Donations in her memory may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.
Terry was a great teacher and wonderful human being. I can truly say a part of me died with her as we were childhood friends. God bless Terry and her entire family. Rest in heavenly peace.
My deepest sympathies to Jack and his girls and their families on the loss of a brave wife and mother and grandmother. I also have lost my childhood friend. Rest in peace, Terry. Love, the other Lorrie Murphy.
So sorry to the entire Bailey Family! Mrs. Bailey was the best!! She’ll be missed!
Xoxo
Mrs. Bailey was a modern day hero through her carrier as a teacher. She could form a bond with a student that somehow gave her the correct path to educate each student individually and as a classroom. I don’t think we really knew it as her students, but she was undoubtedly preparing us for the future. She was a straight shooter, and I could go on for hours about her quotes for every situation, especially not doing homework excuses. I will miss her smile, her compliments, her encouragement and her laugh. I will continue to know and admit proudly, that she was such a positive influence on my life, along with so many others.
My thoughts and continued prayers to her family. Please know now. more than ever, she is with you every step of the way, on your shoulders, to continue to guide you.
Rest easy in God’s hands Mrs. Bailey, you did a lifetime of good.
Terry was the best of the best. She touched so many lives as a teacher and mentor. All of the students loved her because they knew she cared about them. Terry was a born teacher and her quick wit and love of teaching made her lessons interesting and fun for the kids. When I think of her I smile because she always made me laugh. See you on the other side my friend.♥️
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a lovely lady . I was blessed to have her as a teacher at St. Josaphats.
I was so very sad to learn of Terry’s passing! I taught with her at St. Josaphats and she was a wonderful person and a dedicated teacher! She will be missed, however she’s at rest now!
My name is Donna Marino Sanfilippo and I have fond memories of Terry through my father, Joe Marino and his first wife, Nancy Kirwin. The last bunch of years anytime me and my dad were in East Falls together we would always try and stop and say hi to her and Mr. Bailey….my Dad raised me right and you always referred to people as Mr or Mrs even though I know all the stories of my parents and “ Jack” and “ Terry”….. God rest her soul …..she will certainly be missed by me as a place my Dad always took me to but by so many….My dad is in Florida so not sure if he can get up in time but I will definitely be driving my mom up and we will pay our respects to an unbelievable woman….Mr Bailey and to you kids who I’ve met through the years my heart is SOooo with you….anything us Marino’s can do, please let us know….Donna Marino Sanfilippo @ 609-517-2994 or doce1@comcast.net
My condolences to Terry’s family. I taught with Terry at St. Josaphats and she was a very dedicated teacher and was loved by all! She is now resting in the Lord!
I have SO many fond memories of working with Terry at St. Josaphat’s School. Her laugh was contagious !!!
She often spoke of her family and the great times down the shore. We were able to meet up at Irish Weeekend a couple times. Thinking of you all during this sad time. She was such a well-loved woman, teacher and freind!
Eileen and I were saddened to hear about Terry passing. Our condolences to all of her family. There are no words to console you from your sorrow. Please remember her for the smile and laughter she brought to your life.
Terry was my wife Libby Dobson Wright’s first cousin and one of her best friends. They grew up together as young girls and stayed friends through all of their lives. I have known her all of my adult life. Without a doubt she was one incredible woman.
Her accomplishments as a teacher at St. Bridget and St. Josephat’s are legendary. Every kid that she taught knows of “Murphy the Leprechaun!” She taught both my daughters and two of my grandaughters. All of whom now have advanced college degrees. That was because she gave them a solid foundation to become good students. Just about every family in East Falls and parts of Roxborough and Manayunk have kids that were taught by her and without a doubt everyone of them will say, she was their favorite teacher.
She raised three beautiful girls and she leaves her beloved husband Jack. They were together over 50 years. Their loss is a loss to our entire family and to our entire neighborhood.
RIP Terry, we love and miss you!
Terry, we will all miss you dearly. Thank you for being a part of mine and and Helen’s life. We certainly had great fun together which makes for everlasting heartfelt memories. Will never forget you. It is true that one life certainly touches another. Love, Dave
I was so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. I taught with Terry at St. Josapht’s. I have such wonderful memories of our years together. What a wonderful teacher, mentor, and friend! May God comfort you.
My condolences to Jack and the entire family.
Without a doubt Terry will be sorely missed. We grew up together thru our teenage years. Terry was a great friend and a truly great human being. Many hours our group would talk, dance {at Saint Joes/Wagners}, laugh, and really have a lot of fun. Whenever I think of East Falls today I think of our Terry. East Falls has a great loss today. You really did “touch other peoples lives” whether you realize it or not”. Terry, I believe Helen is also with you now and when I miss you both “I WILL LOOK DEEP INTO MY HEART AND FIND YOU BOTH THERE” God bless you Terry and rest in peace. Forever your friend……DAVE
Prayers for Terry’s family, I have many good memories of Terry as a young girl. Our Prayers coming from Ga.
I was so saddened to hear of Terry’s passing. I taught with Terry at St Josaphat’s. She was a great teacher, mentor, and friend. May God comfort you.
Thoughts and Prayers to the Bailey Family. So sorry for your loss of Terry she was a beautiful amazing person always made me laugh. And she was had a kind heart and enjoy life to her fullest.
I am very saddened to just hear that Mrs. Bailey passed.
She was my favorite teacher of all time.
I still sing the “Good Morning” song to my kids. It has stuck
with me all these years and I will always think of Mrs.
Bailey every time I sing it.
My deepest condolences to all of Terry’s family.
May God bless you all.