Fairport: Friday, 11/27/2020 at the age of 84. Survived by her husband of 61 years, John; children, Karen Bailey-Francois, Brian (Adrianna), Beth Herberger (Jeff), Donald, Gregg, and eleven grandchildren. Born to Gerald and Viacita Fowler and raised in Geneva, NY, Lynda graduated in 1958 from the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School in the first class that included women. She began her career in the relatively new field of computers at RCA as a programmer and training specialist. Moving to Rochester in 1964, Lynda began a life-long dedication to volunteering. Among other organizations, she was involved with the Fairport schools, including the PTA (President 1974-76) and the Board of Education (1976-79). She was also active at Mt. Rise UCC and served as the Council President from 1968-1970. Lynda and John joined the Council of Adoptive Parents in 1971 and served as co-presidents from 1974-1976. In 1979 Lynda returned to the work force as a technical writer and training specialist at Computer Consoles, Inc. In 1986 she started her own business, Computer Training Services, LLC, developing and delivering courses to local companies including Xerox and Kodak. Retiring in 1998, she immediately returned to volunteering, serving as a Dispatcher and office manager for the Perinton Volunteer Ambulance Corp for 8 years. In 2006 Lynda began volunteering at Safe Journey (Resolve of Greater Rochester) and served as the financial manager until 2018. In 2013 she was the recipient of an ESL Jefferson Awards for her service to the community. Burial will be private. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity.
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17 responses to “Bailey, Lynda B.”
Lynda’s professional and personal accomplishments both as an individual and with her husband John – was experienced by those in their circle of family, friends and colleagues. They bestowed their generous gifts to the many organizations and individual in the community They touched lives. They raised their wonderful children in the same mold and each is also very accomplished and carries the compassion, energy and generosity their parents and particularly their mother Lynda instilled in them.
From what we saw in Karen she instilled great gifts to all around her. Our deepest condolences from the Allen family.
My deepest condolences Karen.
Linda was a pillar of Mt. Rise church back in the day, both a spark plug and a workhorse. I’m sure she was the same for countless other organizations. My condolences to John and her whole family.
Thinking of Pastor Karen and sending our love and heartfelt sympathy. Beautiful genes evident here.. Karen and Rick Kirkendall
Karen,. I am so sorry. Your mom’s compassionate heart and smart tech genes live on in you. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lynda was such a bright light! She was among the most generous, thoughtful, smart and gracious women I have ever had the pleasure to know. More than a friend, Lynda was like a second mother to me. My heart aches with the news of her passing. Thinking of the entire Bailey Clan today and sending my deepest condolences and sympathy.
I was devastated to learn of Lynda’s passing on FB. She was my college roommate at St. Lawrence and have kept in touch ever since. I always looked forward to her Christmas newsletter and was very impressed with her SLU writings. She will be missed!
So sorry to read of Lynda’s passing. Sincere sympathy to John and the rest of the family.
I have been blessed to have had so much time with Lynda. I consider her a friend and I’m grateful she shared so many of her stories and written history essays with me. I feel as if I know so much about her amazing family through our time together and the “Bailey News.” It was truly an honor to learn about her life and interests over the years. Kindest regards and sympathy to all of her family.
I am so sorry, Karen. The death of a parent truly changes your world at the deepest level. Continue to share stories about her and your life together.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss our periodic chats especially in the Spring—Lynda, such a kind & thoughtful neighbor for almost 30 years. My heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to John and the entire family.
Thinking about you now in your time of loss.
Don, I am so sorry for your loss. We are never old enough to lose our parents. Your mother sounds like she was someone special.
When our house burned down, you and John let us stay with you and helped us get back on our feet. Not just neighbors, but family to us! We will miss her very much. In difficult times, you won’t understand everything God is doing. Trust He is in control, and stay close to Him in prayer and praise. He will carry you through. Much LOVE!
So deeply sorry for the loss of your dear mother. Looks a lot like her amazing mother Via. Both Tony and I still miss your wonderful grandparents and of course the visits of Lynda and her family throughout the years here in Geneva. We still refer to the house next to ours as Via’s even though the occupants have been there for 17 years. Many heartfelt condolences to you all and I know your grandparents were so proud of you all as well as your parents. Take good care of one another and carry on the Bailey traditions with love and high energy like mom. With many blessing and love to all….Mary Tony children and grandchildren
We are so very sorry to learn of Lynda.s passing. She and I were Platform Tennis partners for several years in the 1970’s. She was a fun partner and always full of surprises. We won many of our matches due to her ability to distract our opponents! She will be missed.!