Bailey, John Almer Sr. John Almer Bailey Sr. passed away on July 11, 2010 in Port Townsend, WA. He was born on Sept 15, 1929 in Riverside, California and spent the majority of his life in Washington state, the last several years in Port Townsend. He retired after nearly 40 years in the newspaper business including the Portland Oregonian, Goldendale Sentinel, Daily Olympian, and Tacoma News Tribune. John was an avid sailor, wood worker and photographer. He enjoyed sailing many seasons in family boats in the South Sound, the San Juans and further north. He was instrumental in establishing the South Sound Sailing Association in Olympia. Survivors include his best friend and companion, Betty Champlin; his seven children, Megan (Al Bergstein), Robin (Douglas Gould), Debi, John (Ann), Bill (Lisa), Christian, and Jennifer, 11 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his ex-wives, Jo Bailey of Port Townsend and Patricia Bailey of Gig Harbor. Private services are planned for family and close friends. Published in News Tribune (Tacoma) from July 14 to July 18, 2010