Delmer L. Bailey, age 88, of Shiloh, Ohio, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, his birthday. Born the same day in 1937 in Plymouth, Ohio, he was the youngest of nine children to the late Kendall and Rosa (Shepherd) Bailey.
Delmer worked at Plymouth Locomotive for many years before working as a handyman and carpenter. He found joy in gardening, fishing, sport shooting, and being with his family and friends. His true calling was spreading the love of God. A pillar of the community, Delmer pastored Shiloh United Baptist Church for nearly fifty years leaving behind a legacy of faith and shepherding many to a life with Jesus. His life's work continues in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
He is survived by his two children, Danny (Linda Smith) Bailey of Crestline, and Leisha Ritchie of Shiloh; one grandson, Brandon (Brittany) Ritchie of Macedonia; great granddaughter, Bailey Ritchie; sister, Elva Reed; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Bertha (Duff) Bailey; son-in-law Tim Ritchie, and seven siblings, James Bailey, Frank Bailey, Polly Lacey, Pearley Mize, Fred Bailey, Bert Bailey, and Roberta Cole.
Visitation will be at Secor Funeral Home in Plymouth, Ohio on Monday, December 15, 2025 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. His visitation will continue at Secor Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 from 10:00 AM until the time of his service at 11:00 AM with Pastor James Wilson and Pastor Kenny Bailey officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Shiloh, Ohio. Online condolences may be made to Delmer’s family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Melanie Quinton - Jan 6, 2026
I will always be grateful for Delmar officiating my father's funeral and thankful for his preaching. He was a great man of God.
Duane Meadows and family - Dec 16, 2025
You have my deepest sympathy in your loss.
Scott Goodson - Dec 15, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear this, your father was a good man,
Jamie A Stephens - Dec 15, 2025
Rest in peace. Going to miss seeing you at the grocery store.
Danny Bailey - Dec 14, 2025
God got a great worker i am going to really going to miss him calling me asking What you have for supper. Or what you watching? Then call him and say What you doing bothering me god I loved my dadYes god give him the best.gift for his 88th Birthday Love you Dad my inspiration
Steve - Dec 14, 2025
Very sorry Danny for your loss. Your dad is enjoying the paradise now that he looked forward to for so long.
Jackie Bailey-Hively - Dec 14, 2025
I am the youngest daughter of the late Jerry Bailey. He had taken us to Cousin Delmars church many a time when I was little. I always remembered the kindness, the love that was received. He baptized me as a babe. I will forever love you Delmar and miss you. I won’t be there at your viewing or burial due to work but I will be there in spirit and will remember you always. 😢❤️🙏
Jenny Taylor - Dec 13, 2025
Danny, I'm sorry to you, your sister, and family for the passing of your Dad. Many prayers of love and comfort that only God can provide. Love you Danny.
Cindy Hamons - Dec 13, 2025
So sorry for your loss. He was such a kind, gentle man. He was so good to my parents and had a smile every time I seen him!
Stephanie Reed - Dec 12, 2025
Leisha I'm sorry of dad passing he was a great person your in my prayer
Marla & Flynn Reynolds - Dec 12, 2025
Leisha, our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. We are praying for peace and comfort.
Howard AND Hicks family - Dec 12, 2025
We will always remember Delmer. His Love and kindness to our Family. He was so special we could see God's love shining thru him . Very special man!
Angie (Conley(Adams - Dec 12, 2025
Was always a great Guy n loved to tell you about Jesus All around Great Guy
Tammy - Dec 12, 2025
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Delmar. He was a sweet man.
Mickey Hall - Dec 12, 2025
Bailey family so sorry to hear of Delmar passing. Such a kind soft hearted person. Delmas was always the same if you saw him once day or a hundred times a day. Never heard him say a ill word about anyone. Definitely heaven gain and our loss.
Rick and Kim Collins - Dec 12, 2025
Praying for the family. A loss for the community a gain for heaven.
Tuttle family - Dec 11, 2025
We are sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to all the family.
Terri Bays Schmidt - Dec 11, 2025
So sad to hear of Mr. Bailey passing. Each time I would see him, he would say “I had to come see my girl”. He was a wonderful man. Prayers to his family.
Kenny and Patti - Dec 11, 2025
It was such an honor to have met and been friends with this amazing man. We will truly miss the fellowship we always had. His last words to us were “I’ll see you guys up yonder”. Yes we will brother!! What a day that will be!
Jacquelyn Collins - Dec 11, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss, your dad was a great man, loved him dearly, you are in my prayers 🙏
The Swartz family - Dec 11, 2025
We are deeply saddened by Delmer's passing. Such a nice man and a great neighbor. A good friend. He never had a bad word about anyone. He will surely be missed.
Jeni Shaver - Dec 11, 2025
Leisha I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Hold on to the special memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brittany Ritchie - Dec 11, 2025
The best Papa a girl could ever have ♥️ we are so blessed to have had you long enough to be in baby Bailey’s life. Watch over her. Watch over us. We will always love you.
