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Colette Bailey Obituary

Bailey, Colette Age 58, of Peoria, formerly of Glenview, passed away February 19, 2014, after a brief illness. Beloved daughter of Peggy Bailey and the late R. Emmett Bailey; dear sister of Vicky Coleman; loving aunt of Bob (Renee) Coleman, Laura (Brian) Brehart, and John (Tracy) Coleman; cherished great-aunt of Bobby, Ryan, Lyla, and Emma. Colette was a graduate of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, Regina Dominican, St. Mary's University in Minnesota, and DePaul University. She was an attorney in private practice and a public defender in Peoria. Colette served on numerous boards, including the YWCA, the Women's Fund for the PACF, the Junior League, and more. She volunteered for many other programs and was a lifetime member of the Phi Gamma Nu Sorority. Colette was named in the 40 Leaders Under 40 in 1995 by the Peoria Magazine and was also named to the Peoria Chamber of Commerce 25 Women in Leadership in 2000. She received the Louise Alloy Volunteer of the Year Award in 1998 from WTVP Channel 47 in Peoria. Visitation Saturday, March 1, 2014 from 9:15 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass, 10:15 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1775 Grove St., Glenview, IL 60025. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sister Paulanne's Needy Family Fund, c/o Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Info: 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 25, 2014.
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Colette meant so much to me at Regina. She always had a super smile for me. It is a treasure to make someone light up for you, so I will miss Collette always. xo

Kathy Poczatek

February 18, 2020

Colette helped several extended family members in legal matters. She did a thorough job in both cases. We want to honor her memory with a donation to the Needy Family Fund....that seems so fitting for all that she did for others.

Colleen

March 6, 2014

Dear Bailey Family, My most sincere sympathy for your loss. I got to know Colette during my stint in the PCBA skit committee. She was not only a wonderful person, but a lawyer who represented the best about the profession. Many young people say that it was "To Kill a Mockingbird" that inspired them to seek a career in the law. I don't know what inspired Colette, but I do know that her career as a lawyer was truly a testament to Atticus Finch. She was always there for the underdog. If Colette is not safe in heaven, then nobody is going. She practiced her faith everyday. One of the most dedicated lawyers I have ever known.

Dan Schmidt

March 1, 2014

Condolences to the family and friends. Please be assured and comforted by God's words that death cannot separate you from
God's love that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:35-39.

February 28, 2014

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Condolences to the Bailey Family for the loss of a wonderful lady who did so many things to make our lives better. I worked with Collette on several boards, primarily with the performing arts, and really admired her dedication and contributions. She will most certainly be missed.

James Roecker

February 27, 2014

Colette was an amazing and devoted community volunteer who gave the best of herself to everything and everyone she touched. My sincerest sympathy for your loss.

Monica Vest Wheeler

February 27, 2014

My condolences to the Bailey Family. I'm very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort comfort you through the Scriptures during these sad times.(James 4:8) And, may the Scriptural hope of everlasting life sustain you. (John 17:3)

February 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Colette is one of my most favorite people. She asked me to join the Junior League & then I met my husband at a Junior League event. We joked that it was all her fault that I met such a great guy. She was so dedicated with her time & talents to the Junior League & volunteering many, many hours to the projects to improve the community. Her efforts made an impact for all. She was always happy & had a great attitude, great stories, great one liners! I am glad to have so many wonderful memories of her!

Trish Redman

February 27, 2014

Dear Bailey Family,
We are saddened to hear of yours and our loss with Collette's passing. She was a classmate of ours at OLPH and at our 45th reunion this year we shall honor and remember her as a classmate and friend, may she be at peace with our Lord.
Respectfully, Larry Montalto and the class of 1969.

February 27, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

karen brehaet

February 26, 2014

Colette was a beautiful person. Very loving and considerate to all around her. She will be missed.
Suellen Coleman

Suellen Coleman

February 26, 2014

It saddened me to see Colette's obit in the paper. We were not friends, merely acquaintances volunteering with WTVP, our local PBS affiliate. Her attitude and sense of humor were only surpassed by her intellect; what a marvelous person she was. My sincere condolences.

Fred Bazhenow

February 26, 2014

I was a classmate of Colette's at Regina. She meant so much to me in high school, and I admired her spirit very much. I am heartbroken to learn that she has passed, and I am so very sorry for your loss.

Kathy Poczatek

February 25, 2014

Our sincere condolences to Maggie, Vicky and all the family, may you find comfort in the memories you shared together. From the DiStefano's & Cuccia's

February 25, 2014

Going to miss this lady! Prayers for comfort for her family.

Crystal Mason

February 25, 2014

What a Wonderful, Talented lady, with an infectious smile. You will be missed Colette. Our condolences to the family.

Bruce & Barbara Nielsen

Bruce and Barbara Nielsen

February 25, 2014

Colette used to come to a business I worked at and we became friends. Very sorry for your loss, she was an extremely nice, outgoing lady. RIP Colette.

Glennas Walker

February 25, 2014

My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in God who is the hearer of prayers. Psalms 65:2

GP

February 25, 2014

My deepest sympathy to you, Peggy, Vicky and all the Bailey family.Regretfully, I am not able to attend the funeral Mass but will remember all of you in my prayers.

Sister Anne Lindquist(Cecilia Mary)

February 25, 2014

Although we fought many cases against each other we will miss her smile and determination in our courtroom here in Peoria.
Marcia Straub
Peoria County States Attorney's Office

February 25, 2014

Colette will be missed by me so much for her sunny disposition in the context of the human trauma associated with the felony courts. She was kind to me when I was a young prosecutor (and didn't need to be) and I've never forgotten that. RIP

Matt Jones

February 25, 2014

My Dear Friend, I shall remember and cherish our friendship every remaining day of my life. Love, San

Sandra Pellegrino

February 25, 2014

Colette will be missed in the courtroom and our community. She alwys fought hard for her clients and they respected her for that. She was a very worthy opponent.
I am sorry for your loss.

Larry M. Evans

February 25, 2014

My condolences to the family and friends for your loss. It is my hope that you gain comfort. from the memory of a wonderful life and turn to our Heavenly Father for the support he provides. Psalm 65:2

February 25, 2014

Dear Bailey Family,

Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Colette through out my career and are paths crossed several times. She will be missed. Dan Whalen

February 25, 2014

Dear Bailey Family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. May you draw close to God and He will draw close to you. (James 4:8)

Angela Harris

February 25, 2014

It is with great sadness in my heart that I extend my deepest sympathy to the Bailey Family.

I know that you are surrounded by enormous love from your family and friends. PS 145:15 says, "He is giving support to all who are falling and is raising up all who are bowed down.". Therefore, I encourage you to take encouragement in prayer and take comfort in knowing that God is there for you and cares for you.

Sincerely, DEE

February 25, 2014

To the family of Ms. Bailey, knowing how hard it can be to face another day without her can be eased by the love of family and friends and can help carry you through them. James 1:13

V. Elias

February 25, 2014

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