Obituary for David Howard Bailey

David Howard Bailey, 71, of Greenwich Township, died on Monday, January 21, 2019 in his residence. Born in Allentown, David was the son of the late William Bailey and Eleanor L. (Peifer) Nonnemaker. He was a 1965 graduate of Louis E. Dieruff High School, Allentown, and honorably and faithfully served his country in the United States Navy. He was employed as a machinist by Buckeye Pipe Line Co., Macungie, for over 25 years, retiring in 2011. Prior to that, David worked at Bethlehem Fabricators, and in his earlier years, at Daniel's Cadillac, Allentown.

David was a great mechanic and machinist. He was proud of his 1968 Dodge that he had rebuilt. David also enjoyed model trains and cars and was a member of the Delaware Valley "S" Gaugers.

He is survived by his two daughters, Kelly R. (Maurer) Caplinger, Emmaus, and Jessica M. Maurer, Auburn; five grandchildren, Daniel, Derek and Devon Caplinger and Zachary and Alexis Molnar; two great-grandchildren, Lily Caplinger and Zaylee Berger; sister, Sandra J. (Bailey), wife of Ron Miller, Macungie; and brother, William Bailey, widow of Ann (Delp) Bailey, Macungie. In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by a sister, Kathleen (Bailey) Schenk in 2012.

Graveside services for David will be held on Friday, February 1, 2019 (His 72nd Birthday) at 11:00 a.m. in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, 1700 Airport Road, Allentown. Burial with military honors by the United States Navy Honor Guard will follow the service.

Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.Ludwickfh.com.