John Dwight Bailey Sr.

John Bailey Sr., 89, of Many, Louisiana was born on September 24, 1934, in Ottumwa, Iowa to Madeline( Lottridge) and Roy Edward Bailey. John was a self-employed entrepreneur of many businesses relating to construction. John was the youngest of five children. He went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 6, 2024, at his residence.

John married and later divorced Lavinia Hein. They had four children, Kenneth Dwight Bailey, Lynnette Marie Bailey, Stephanie Kay Ellis (Scott), and John Dwight Bailey Jr.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Madeline and Roy Bailey Sr.; and his son Kenneth Dwight Bailey. He is survived by his children Lynnette Bailey, Stephanie Ellis (Scott), and John Dwight Bailey, Jr. His Grandchildren Caleb Bailey, Amber Bailey Dau, Joshua Hornback, Elizabeth Ellis, Lauren Ellis, Richard Atwood, Riley Bailey, Brooke Bailey, Brianna Bailey and 6 great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and other family members.

John was a member of Buelah Baptist Church in Many, LA. John was a member of the Masons for over 50 years. John loved life and his family. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.

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