Theresa "Tee" Schofield (Bailey)

Theresa Bailey Schofield (Tee) entered eternal life on July 4, 2022, at the age of 92. Theresa graced her presence of life on January 20, 1930 to Prescott Bailey, Sr. and Angelina Burke Bailey in Edgard, LA. She was a native of Edgard and a resident of New Orleans.

As a young girl, she accepted Christ as her savior, and was christened, made her first communion, and confirmation at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Theresa remained a member until her death. She was educated in the St. John the Baptist Parish school system.

Theresa worked as a housekeeper for many years in New Orleans and loved living there. Although she did not drive, she knew New Orleans like the back of her hand, and could take you anywhere. Her fondest memories were shopping at Krauss and Maison Blanche on Canal Street with her sisters.

As a budding young woman, Theresa found and married the love of her life, Lawrence "Bubby" Schofield. The couple was not blessed with children, but they fostered several family members.

Theresa leaves to cherish her everlasting memories her siblings: Leroy Bailey, Prescott Bailey, Jr. (Marion), Dianna Bailey, and Eric Bailey (Belinda); devoted uncle: Raymond Bailey, Sr.; Godchildren: James Pierre, Sr. and Pamela Comminie; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Prescott Bailey, Sr. and Angelina Burke Bailey; spouse: Lawrence Schofield; siblings: Joseph Wilfred Bailey, Lucille Bailey Bernard, Joyce Bailey Darensbourg, and Arthurine Bailey Borne; and in-laws: Earline Bailey, Johnathan Borne, Sr., and Nuffy Darensbourg.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2349 LA-18, Edgard, LA 70049. Visitation 8am-10am. Mass will begin at 10am. Entombment to follow at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery. Final care and professional services entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy., Gramercy, LA 70052.

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