Thomas Arthur Bailey

August 10, 1945 - November 21, 2019

Thomas Arthur Bailey, 74, of Beloit passed away unexpectedly early Thursday, November 21, 2019 in his home. Born on August 10, 1945, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, the son of Arthur and DeRoyal (Penland) Bailey. Tom married Carol “Jeanie” Fornstedt on June 17, 1967 in Beloit. Tom spent his life studying God’s Word. He served as a pastor, adult Sunday School teacher, and Greek tutor. He loved his wife, children, and grandchildren dearly. He was a Disney World expert, enjoyed dabbling in art, and was quick with the puns. His contagious smile helped him win friends easily. His humble wisdom and loving presence will be missed by all. Survived by his children, Shelly (Chris) Byrns, Jeffrey (Laura) Bailey, Danielle (John) Davis and Stephanie (Chris) Graham; grandchildren, Jacob, Erika, Nathan, Jana, Joey, Christopher, Evan, Ethan, Matthew, Cayden, Chloe, Silas and Haley; one great-grandchild on the way; sisters Linda (Bailey) Kennedy, Pamela (Bailey) Daub and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and DeRoyal Bailey, his brother William Bailey, and his loving wife, Carol Jean (Fornstedt) Bailey. Celebration of Life will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at People’s Church, 340 W. Grand Ave, Beloit, WI, with visitation starting at 10:00a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to People’s Church in the Bailey name to help offset funeral expenses. Rosman Funeral Home assisted the family.