Camilia Evans Bailey

Sharpsburg – Camilla Evans Bailey, age 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 23, 2023. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on March 25, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Walter Climent Evans and Jessie Rae Davidson. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Samuel W. “Sammy” Bailey, Sr.; and her brother, Phillip “Phil” D. Evans.

Camilla, a dedicated homemaker, found joy in various crafts such as painting, creating jewelry, and cross-stitching. She had a strong faith and found great fulfillment in singing with the choir and participating in her ladies’ Bible study group, which were cherished aspects of her service to the Lord. Camilla had a green thumb and took great delight in tending to her garden, especially her beloved flowers. Angels held a special place in her heart, and she had a fondness for cardinals as well. Alongside her passion for crafts, Camilla spent over two decades honing her skills as a hairdresser in the field of cosmetology.

Camilla is survived by her sons, Samuel W. “Fred” Bailey, Jr. (Nikki) and Michael “Bryan” Bailey (Lori); her grandchildren, Trey (Ashley), Grace, Jackson, Evan, Luke, and Mia; her great-grandson, Robert; her brother, Walter “Steve” Evans (Lucinda); and many nieces and nephews.

A Graveside Service to celebrate Camilla’s life will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023, at 2:00 PM in the Rocky Mount Memorial Park Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum with Rev. Allen Mills officiating. The family will be available to receive friends and relatives immediately following the service inside the Chapel on the Hill Mausoleum until 3:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Camilla’s memory to Gospel Missionary Baptist Church, PO Box 340, Sharpsburg, NC 27878.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.