Myrna A Bailey

Myrna A Bailey, 89, of Blair, formerly of Richland Center, died peacefully, Monday, August 25, 2025, at Grand View Care Center in Blair.

Myrna was born in Soldiers Grove, WI, July 24, 1936, to Loyd and Lula (Robbins) Potts. She graduated from Soldiers Grove High School. Myrna was united in marriage to Gordon Bailey, October 20, 1956, and together had two sons, Douglas and Donald, all preceding her in death.

Myrna worked at Wisconsin Gas and was able to enjoy an early retirement with Gordon where they enjoyed being snowbirds in warmer climates. They rotated between Florida and Texas each winter traveling with their RV. Camping was a large part of Myrna’s summer as well, enjoying time with her family and friends with favorite spots in Hatfield and Lake Neshonoc. She enjoyed shopping, puzzles, and collecting cookbooks or recipes in magazines and newspapers.

Myrna is survived by her daughter-in-law, Lois Bailey of Whitehall; grandchildren: Heather Bailey of Whitehall, Eric (Erin) Bailey of Menomonie and Paula Bailey (Shane McCarthy) of Richland Center; great-grandchildren: Michael Payne of Whitehall, Emmitt and Easton Bailey of Menomonie and Malachi and Bailee McCarthy of Richland Center; brothers: Andy (Shirley) Potts, Roger Potts and Robert (Gail) Potts; and nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, husband and sons, she was preceded in death by her sister, Camilla Grimme; brothers: Orland (Ruth), Oliver (Joan) and Melvin (Elaine & Esther) Potts; sister-in-law, Patricia Potts; brothers-in-law: Clarence (Freda), Darold and Duane (Norma Jean) Bailey.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at Pratt Memorial Chapel. Visitation was held at Pratt Memorial Chapel from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00 p.m. Burial followed the service in Richland Center Cemetery, with a luncheon that immediately followed the graveside service. Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

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The family wishes to thank Grand View Care Center for Myrna’s wonderful care since 2019. She enjoyed many years of laughter and activities, even though dementia changed her behavior over the years.

Additional gratitude to the wonderful caregivers from St. Croix Hospice over the last 18 months.