Bob Gailey
Age 85, passed away on September 23, 2026. He was born on April 9, 1941, in Dansville, MI to Fred and Gaylia (Hart) Gailey.
Bob graduated from Mason High School in 1960. He was a big supporter of Boy Scouts Troop 143 throughout his life and his sons’ lives. He was a member of the Chief Okemos Sportsman’s Club in Eaton County. He enjoyed traveling, hunting, gardening, cooking, making wine and caring for people.
He is survived by his sons, Chad (Sally) Gailey and Thad (Alexis Livingston) Gailey; granddaughter, Emma (Michael Praire) Gailey; great-granddaughter, Winifred Ruth Praire; sister, Barbara Howell and numerous friends. He is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Gailey; brother, Donald T. Gailey; and the mother of his children, Barbara Anne Rogers.
There will be a celebration of life Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Delhi Café, 4625 E. Willoughby Rd. #9, Holt, MI 48842. Memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scouts of America Chief Okemos Council in memory of Bob.
Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel.
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Terry Jackson
September 25, 2026 at 9:43 pmDamn, I’m gonna miss you Bob. What a great time we had at Swedes, the Roadhouse, the Farmers Tavern to name a few. The fish fry Friday night at Swedes was magnificent. You always had a good story to tell and you usually brought along a gift of some sort for the waitress, or one of us. I’m 14 years younger and I could hardly keep up with you. Love ya Bob. Bless your soul
Thad Gailey
September 27, 2026 at 1:49 pmThank you for the kind words.
Tom Ebner
September 26, 2026 at 8:33 amSo enjoyed many years hunting with Bob and Don and my cousin Gene out in Colorado. Lots of great times and fun together. Much sympathy to Bob’s family at this time.
Thad Gailey
September 27, 2026 at 1:52 pmThank you for the kind words.
I know he cherished the west hunting trips
Thad Gailey
September 27, 2026 at 1:51 pmThank you for the kind words.
I know he cherished the west hunting trips.
Neil & Rosie McCarty
September 30, 2026 at 8:38 pmBob, we miss you dear friend & great chef. The breakfast was delicious, as usual, the day before you left us, unbelievable. Our condolences go out to Chad, Thad & families & Kimmy.
We were with Bob when Chad called and told him he was a great grandpa, making him so proud.
We met the Gailey family in 1970 when we came from Adrian and moved next door. We babysat the boys & were in Boyscouts together going to Isle Royale.
We retired to Hillsdale and stayed with Bob quite a few times during the past 3 years because of early Dr appts and visiting our family. He always wanted us to stay longer. There was so much reminiscing because of our families and past friends. Great stories and so enjoyable to hear.
Again, we miss him. Our prayers are with you.
Love, Neil & Rosie McCarty
IPatsy Lincolnhol
October 6, 2026 at 6:26 amMy friend from MSU egg farm. A generous soul who helped me with a car problem. I enjoyed my time with him.
Karen Smigelski
October 12, 2026 at 4:20 pmBob just recently came into my life,thanks to his sister. I so much enjoyed our visits and the family information he shared. He was the most helpful and kind person you’ll ever meet. He would do any thing for you….I cherish every moment.,wishing for more. Will miss him more then I can explain….
Love you much uncle Bob
Karen Lisa Gailey
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