Timothy Dale "Tim" Bailey

Timothy Dale “Tim” Bailey, age 56, of Rutherfordton, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025 at his home.

Timothy was born Wednesday, September 3, 1969 in Rutherford County to Betty Womick Bailey who resides Forest City and to the late Leland Bailey. He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1987. Tim worked in textiles for many years and most recently was employed by Kangaroo Golf Caddy Mfg. in Columbus. He was an avid dirt track racing enthusiast, enjoyed hunting and was a Dallas Cowboy fan. He attended Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.

In addition to his mother, those left to honor his memory include his brothers, Jim Bailey (Melony) and David Sean Bailey all of Forest City; nephew, Tyler Bailey; niece, Brooke Bailey and seven special great nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, December 10th at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Kenneth Linder officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time at the church.

Memorial donations are requested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org