Johnathan “John” Isaac Bailey, a Navy Veteran Who Sailed the Seas, Tinkered with Tools John Bailey, a seasoned Navy veteran whose life was a tapestry woven with adventure, service, and an insatiable curiosity for all things mechanical, passed away on April 4, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on March 15, 1937, in Yakima, Washington. John’s journey began with humble roots on the farm, attending Prosser School before embarking on a two-decade voyage with the U.S. Navy in 1955. His service took him across vast oceans, including a year spent in Vietnam. John’s unwavering dedication and expertise as an instructor were recognized with numerous accolades, including the National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, and many others. His last command was aboard the USS Peoria, a fitting finale to a career spent navigating treacherous waters and safeguarding the nation’s interests. In 1967, while stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii, John found his life’s anchor in Yvonne Human, with w