Kelly S. Bailey – (50) – of 23 Albion St., Hornell, died Wednesday afternoon (September 21, 2016), surrounded by her family, following a long illness.
Born in Hornell on December 18, 1965, she was the daughter of Eugene “Eggie” & Lois (Coleman) Bailey who preceded her in death.
Kelly resided in Hornell during her younger years and, while in the 10th grade moved to York, NY where she graduated from York Central School (class of 1984). She later attended Genesee Community College.
About 30 years ago, Kelly returned to the Hornell area. She had been employed at the former Ponderosa Steak House for several years and more recently was employed in the dietary department of Elderwood at Hornell Nursing Facility (formerly McAuley Manor).
Kelly was a longtime member of the Hornell Moose Lodge, Hornell VFW and the Hornell Association. She enjoyed life to the fullest, had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed “Raising a Glass” with her many friends.
Surviving are her longtime companion, Gerald “Jerry” Prentice with whom she resided; 1 brother, Joseph (Linda) Bailey of Hornell; 3 sisters, Cindy (Brett Zimmerman) Bailey of Keuka Lake, Patty (Roger Henry) Wigfield of North Rose, NY and Debi (Don Hollister) McCormick of Newark, NY;
4 step-sisters, Linda (Skip) Dunham of Hornell, Donna(the late Robert) Reynolds of Hornell, Lorrie (Edward) George of Almond and Becky (Alan) Conine of Rochester; her Uncle, Jim (Julie) Coleman. She is also survived by her dear friend Sharon Prentice and her children, Eric, Holly, and Ryan; her grandchildren, her great granddaughter, cousins, and several nieces & nephews.
The family of Kelly S. Bailey will receive friends on Saturday from 12:00 – 2:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY where funeral services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2:00 PM with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Kelly’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to Wilmot Cancer Institute, C/O Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY14642. Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.
Kelly was a very nice person kind and friendly to everyone she will be missed even at work rip Kelly so young to leave us
Kelly may you rest in peace. Always had a smile on your face a real good “egg” remember growing up around you and your siblings. Remembering your parents were always close to mine. May you join them and live eternally in peace. God Bless.
So sorry to hear we lost Kelly. She was a joy to work with. Always friendly and willing to help out. Will truly miss her smile!
May Kelly RIP prayers to all of her family and everyone who knew her.
May she now fly high with the Angels. She always had a smile on
Her face always said hi to me and I said hi back.
My deepest sympathies go out to Jerry, Lorrie, and Donna and families. Kelly will be missed. She always knew how to make the most of life. I will always remember being at the alley helping Scott with the league and seeing her. My prayers are with you all.
Kim Amidon ( formerly McKibben)
I am so sorry for your loss. I’ve known Kelly for many years and she always had a smile. Jerry, Cindy and all the family, I am truly sorry.
Taken to soon, RIP Kelly. Prayers to the family.
Will miss your smile, hugs and dances. I always enjoyed your smiling face whether it was when we worked at Friendly’s all those years ago or when I would run into you at the VFW. You always had kind words. Love to you and your family.
Kelly was a great person always made you laugh. I don’t think I ever really seen her too mad. She was close to our family and will be missed.
She was a very good friend of mines I will miss
RIP my friend.
I am so saddened by the loss of Kelly. She was a super lady. I have known her since she was in the second grade.Seems like yesterday living on Platt St and playing “kick the can” and Release with the Bailey family. Then after growing up taking a trip to Texas with Lois and my mom to Texas,where we all rode the bull at Gilley’s. We three girls had a blast!!! It was nice to see Patty,Cindy and Debbie but not for the funeral of Kelly.You three take care of one another and hope to see you all again soon. May you Rest in Peace Miss Kelly S. Bailey. You will surely be missed. Much love,Rex and Donna