Camilla Evans Bailey
March 25, 1943 ~ October 23, 2023
Sharpsburg – Camilla Evans Bailey, age 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 23, 2023. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on March 25, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Walter Climent Evans and Jessie Rae Davidson. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Samuel W. “Sammy” Bailey, Sr.; and her brother, Phillip “Phil” D. Evans.
Camilla, a dedicated homemaker, found joy in various crafts such as painting, creating jewelry, and cross-stitching. She had a strong faith and found great fulfillment in singing with the choir and participating in her ladies' Bible study group, which were cherished aspects of her service to the Lord. Camilla had a green thumb and took great delight in tending to her garden, especially her beloved flowers. Angels held a special place in her heart, and she had a fondness for cardinals as well. Alongside her passion for crafts, Camilla spent over two decades honing her skills as a hairdresser in the field of cosmetology.
Camilla is survived by her sons, Samuel W. "Fred" Bailey, Jr. (Nikki) and Michael "Bryan" Bailey (Lori); her grandchildren, Trey (Ashley), Grace, Jackson, Evan, Luke, and Mia; her great-grandson, Robert; her brother, Walter “Steve” Evans (Lucinda); and many nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service to celebrate Camilla’s life will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023, at 2:00 PM in the Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum with Rev. Allen Mills officiating. The family will be available to receive friends and relatives immediately following the service inside the Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum until 3:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Camilla's memory to Gospel Missionary Baptist Church, PO Box 340, Sharpsburg, NC 27878.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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So sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family.
So sad to hear about Camilla. Prayers for the family 🙏
Camilla was a kind and loving person. She cut my son’s hair for a long time. She was a good friend to me and my late husband(Kit Taylor). Prayers for her family, Sharon Taylor (Sharpsburg)
Michael Bryan Bailey I am so very sorry to read this. Big hugs and prayers going up for your family. 🙏❤️🙏❤️
So sorry to hear about the passing of Camilla. I met Camilla when we both work at Wesleyan College back in the 80’s. She was always so much fun to be around. She has also done my hair many times at her home. Prayers to her family. I know she will be missed. 🙏🏻❤️
Steve and Lucinda, I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
I’ve known her since I was a child. She was my neighbor’s best friend.❤️
Prayers for you all. 🙏
Such a sweet lady- she will be missed. So sorry gor your loss Freddie and Bryan and the families. Love and prayers. ❤️🙏
Praying for y’all Freddy and Bryan love y’all 💕
So sorry to hear this, prayers for the Family! 🙏❤️
Freddie,Bryan so sorry for you guys loss. Your mom ,dad and grandparents were part of my whole life!! Such great memories. It’s just so hard to believe everyone is gone. Prayers for you both and your families 🙏🙏
So sorry to hear of Camilla’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. She was the first one to give both our sons their first haircut. She will be missed. Prayers for you both Freddie and Bryan and the family.
Love,
The Robbins Family
Danny, Cynthia, Rusty and Bobby
Camilla and I started in middle school together. My Mama made us matching dresses for a dance we attended. I remember spending the night with her one weekend. We were going to church that Sunday. Of course we wanted to attract some boys, so we put on pancake makeup and red lipstick. We thought we were beautiful. The minute her Mama saw us, she went into a fit. Made us go wash our faces before we left. Camilla and I have laughed so hard over this. She was a beautiful, dear friend and I will miss her. RIP Camilla
My deepest sympathy to all the family of Camilla and friends. No more pain for our Sister in Christ, may she rest in peace. What a Special person Camilla was, she was loved by so many of our Women’s BS at Peace church in Wilson. Her laugh was contagious and what a great woman of faith loved by so many. 💖 When we went to lunch at Amy Jo’s her favorite to order was Ham hock with cabbage and she would eat all she could and take the rest home for her and Tina, her dog got the bone. We will never forget our beautiful friend. Til we meet again ……
I’m so sorry for your and our families loss! Love and prayers going out to all of you! I will see you Friday. 💜💜
My deepest sympathy
Freddie and Bryan, we are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Lifting you and your families up in prayer.
Charlie and Jan Shearin
Prayers for you loss. Your USASOC family.
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the family.
Freddy and Bryan. I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. It is a difficult thing to go thru. I love your family and appreciated her so much. Prayers for you all as you navigate these next few days, weeks and months. Much love ~
Freddy, Nikki, Evan, Trey, & extended family members, I was so sorry to learn of the loss of Camilla. She was a lovely lady & I know she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. You can tell that she was a great mother & grandmother from the legacy she left behind through her family. The love of a mother is both priceless & never ending! Cherish all those precious memories! You are all in my thoughts & prayers.❤️🙏❤️
Praying for Camilla’s sons and family🙏🙏She is with Sammy now♥️
Dear Freddie and family Sosorry to hear of your loss. Cherish your memories and she will always be in your. hearts. Deepest sympathy and prayers to all the Family. God will see you through!
PRAYERS FOR family and friends RIP 🙏 🕊