Doris Marie

Bailey

Doris Marie Bailey, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 9, 2026, at her home. Born July 28, 1942 in Durham County, she was the daughter of the late William Roy Bailey and Lena Rhodes Bailey. In addition to her parents, Doris is preceded in death by her siblings, Shelby Jean Moser, Harvey Earl Bailey, and Frankie Bailey.

Doris was a hardworking woman who held several different roles throughout her life, including helping her father run Bailey’s Pool Room, working as an insurance agent, and managing a restaurant. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was fiercely protective of those she loved. Doris’ presence, love, and devotion to her family will be greatly missed.

The family will receive visitors on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 6:00pm-8:00pm at Parrish Funeral Home in Selma. A graveside service will take place on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 2:00pm, at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Clayton.

Doris is survived by her daughter, Donna Marie Newton (Robert Wayne); siblings, Roy Bailey Jr., Donald Bailey, and Myrtle Grey Langley; grandchildren, Morgan Marie Newton and Garrett Newton; great-grandchildren, Noah Marie Scott and Maxton Scott; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The National Wildlife Federation at https://support.nwf.org.