Obituary of Ruth Preble Bailey

Ruth Preble Bailey, of Kingston, passed away on May 17, 2012 at the age of 80 surrounded by her family. Born in New Rochelle, NY, she is the daughter of Winsor D. and Ruth Preble White. Known as “Preble” to her family and friends, she is a graduate of Mamaroneck High School class of 1949, and went on to graduate from Colby Sawyer class of 1951. Preble enjoyed life and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and her friends. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, the Silver Bells Fair, baking, gardening, and time at "the Camp" on Savery's Pond. She was a member of the 1st Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Kingston Women's Alliance and Sewing Group. Beloved wife of 56 years to Justus A. Bailey of Kingston. Loving mother of Todd A. and Lynne A. Bailey of Kingston, and Scott R. and Elizabeth A. Bailey of Houston, TX. Brother of Winsor D. White II of the Philippines and Florida. Cherished grandmother of Derek G. Bailey, Adam R. Bailey, Dennis A. Bailey, and David W. Bailey. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Hospice of Boston and Greater Brockton 1324 Belmont Street, Suite 202, Brockton, MA 02301 or at www.hospiceboston-brockton.com.