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Dennis McCracken Bailey

11/16/2022

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Passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his daughters and Tom, on Wednesday November 16, 2022, at the age of 78 years.

Dennis was born in England to Thomas and Betty Bailey, he came to Canada at the age of 2. He worked as a Truck Driver for over 40 years at Al’s Cartage and retired after four years from Bell Cartage. He enjoyed Family gatherings, dancing, watching sports, attending air shows and having a Labatt’s Blue beer at the end of the day.
 
Beloved husband of the late June Bailey (nee Chard). Loving father of Valerie Tracey (Dwayne) of Kitchener, Patricia Podann (David) of Platsville and Linda Wallace (Scott) of Cambridge. Cherished Grandfather of Darcy Bailey, Chantelle Tomlinson, Jeremy Bailey, William Bailey, Ashley and David (Jr) Podann, Cody, Dallas and Breckin Turton, Tyler and Cody Wallace. Proud Great-Grandpa of Chester and Ariel Bailey, Landan Wilhelm, Autumn and Alaina Evoy, Kya, Emilie, Derek, Ryker Bailey, Kyleigh Dubrick , Hailey Podann, Faith Yule , Wyatt Dobbin and Draven Turton. Dear brother of the late Roy Bailey (Valerie), John Clark (Janette) and Kathy Benner (Brian).

Dennis will be missed by many, especially by his long-time roommate, Tom Lucin who was his friend for over 35 years.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place December 9th 7pm at the Moose Lodge, 655 Wabanaki Dr, Kitchener.  

Donation(s) may be made to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre as expressions of sympathy.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Dennis' obituary notice on Facebook.
6 Comments
Heather Dobson
11/18/2022 06:48:57 pm

Oh Papa, I will miss you dearly. I have only fond memories of Dennis. We had some fun times. Keep laughing and dancing in your journey of the beyond. Xoxo Pops!

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Sandra Duncan
11/18/2022 09:24:47 pm

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Dennis’s family. Dennis will truly be missed by many. A very loving and caring man. Thinking of his family at this difficult time.
Sandra Duncan

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Laura clarke
11/18/2022 10:27:25 pm

Dennis was a loving friend who treated me like family he was the kindest sweetest man i ever knew.dennis was part of the beckers family friends with my late brother Ed (monk) Becker they both loved drinking blue and hockey. I loved when he saved a dance for me at special occations..Dennis and i talk on face book alot aswell he always had a smile and hug when i seen him i love you my friend and will miss you dearly you will alway shave a special place in my heart and you will never be forgotten Laura clarke

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Wendy Mowat on behalf of Klassen Bronze Limited
11/19/2022 08:43:10 am

Klassen Bronze Limited staff send our sincere condolences to the family. May your many happy memories carry you thru this time of sadness.

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Marguerite Carroll
11/21/2022 04:05:51 pm

You always made me feel good about myself.. I will always think fondly of you. Thank you for your friendship my sweet man! Margy

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Billie
11/26/2022 06:08:24 pm

My sincerest condolences to the family. I remember Dennis would always make me laugh when he visited the office. He was always such a jokester and always smiling. He was such a happy and jolly person. He will be missed dearly.

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