William Floyd Bailey, Jr. departed this life peacefully with his wife loving and caring for him during his final hours on Friday, May 9, 2025, at his home in Hopewell, Virginia. Will was born July 10, 1957, in his hometown of Lexington, Virginia, to Joan and William Floyd Bailey, Sr. He was the second oldest with three sisters.

"Will" was baptized at an early age and was an active lifetime member of First Baptist Church in his hometown and Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Milton, Florida, where he served as an usher. Later, he attended Friendship Baptist Church while living in Hopewell, Virginia.

Will graduated from Lexington High School before going on to serve in the U.S. Army for over 22 years working alongside distinguished Generals at the Pentagon, before retiring as a Sergeant First Class. After retiring from the Army, Will worked for Virginia Commonwealth University for over 15 years. In both roles, he was responsible for all computer and supply systems, ensuring their functionality and security.

He enjoyed helping others and was well known for being a jokester. Will was known for being athletic, including his love for golfing with his brothers on the green, grilling and watching football (GO Green Bay). Will prioritized family connections and was a keystone in coordinating the "Styles Family Reunion". He ensured everybody around him felt connected. Will was a people person and could talk to anyone about anything at any time. He will be greatly missed among the many lives he touched.

Will was preceded in death by his parents, Joan Bolen Jones and William Floyd Bailey, Sr, and his stepfather, Howard Jones who guided him with love and care.

Will leaves to precious memory: to his loving wife of 20 years, LaDonna Bailey whom he loved and cherished; one son, Chad Bailey; one daughter, Chantel Bailey, three grandsons, William, Andre and Cameron Bailey; three sisters, Harriet Threat, Mayme Grant (Carlton), and Robin Petross (Randy); and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Services will be held 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in the Chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.