Sylvia Bailey, 86, Mahtomedi

Sylvia C. Bailey, 86, a long-time resident of Mahtomedi, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, in Madelia.

She was one of five children born to Leonard and Betty Peterson. After high school, she joined the U.S. Navy, and later spent her years working for 3M.

Sylvia is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Olson Paul of St. James; a granddaughter, Hanah (Andrew) Bonilla, two great-grandsons, Wyatt and Porter Bonilla, all of Owatonna; and her sister Phyllis Peterson Rosen of Tyler, Minn.

She was preceded in death by her husband, the love of her life, Gordon Bailey.

Sylvia was an incredible person. She taught her family to be curious, to ask questions and to seek out new adventures. She was full of love and life. Her impact on all who knew her will be felt forever. She was dearly loved and there will be a hole in the hearts of her family forever.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023, at Brick-Meger Funeral Home, 1603 Austin Rd. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.