Bruce John Bailey

Bruce John Bailey, known simply as John, passed away on August 26, 2025, at UPMC Hospital in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, after a fierce and courageous battle with cancer. He was 71.

Born on March 20, 1954, in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, John lived a life marked by service, integrity and quiet strength. He was a devoted husband of Bonnie Lelito Bailey and proud father of two sons from a previous marriage.

John served with the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, carrying the scars of war not just in body, but in spirit. One of John’s most enduring acts of kindness was cooking for an elderly neighbor for ten years.

Beyond his professional life, John was known for his dry wit, steady presence and unwavering loyalty to those he loved. He enjoyed sports, time outdoors, valued family traditions and held quiet appreciation for history and truth. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the values he upheld.

John is survived, by his wife Bonnie, his two sons, and a circle of extended family and friends who will miss his wisdom, humor, and his steadfast spirit.

A private memorial service will be held at the family’s request.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a veterans’ organization of your choice, in honor of John’s lifelong dedication to service.