Thomas Kevin Bailey, 61, known as "Beetle Bailey", passed away Monday, November 22, 2021, at his home near Sikeston.

He was born February 26, 1960, in Charleston, Missouri to the late Marion Warren and Margie Bailey.  Beetle traveled to many places during his career as a truck driver.  He loved spending his spare time riding his motorcycle.

He is survived by one son, Daniel Cook of Whitewater, Missouri, as well as other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, LaDonna Jean Tatum Bailey.

Visitation will be held Friday, December 10, 2021, beginning at 11 a.m. until time of memorial service at 1 p.m. at Shelby Funeral Home in East Prairie, Missouri.

Inurnment will follow next to his mother in Oak Grove Cemetery near Charleston under the direction of Shelby Funeral Home.

Honorary pallbearers will be Justin Mathis, Ryan Mathis, Connor Williams and Davin Patrick.