On Friday, July 10th, 2020, Kai Duane Bailey, loving husband and father passed away at the age of 55. Kai was born on August 27th, 1964 in Germany to Duane and Angie (Paeschke) Bailey. After being medically discharged from the Army, he married Carolyn Morris on March 3rd, 1990 and also gained his loving step-son Robert Jennings. On July 8th, 1991 he welcomed his only son, Dakota. He spent over 30 years in the printing and production industry.
There is hardly a way to succinctly describe Kai Bailey. He was passionate about so much, mainly his family which included his canine companions, music, and his Jeep. He was the type of person who made you feel like you were best friends immediately. His kindness extended to everyone whether you needed help with car troubles or moving at a moments notice. He was a collector of rock'n roll memorabilia which was displayed around his guitars in his favorite room in the house, the music room. He loved playing disc golf, kayaking, reading, football, specifically Falcons, Georgia Bulldogs and Notre Dame, Marvel Comics-Captain America especially and just hanging out with friends. He was a kind, gentle, laid-back husband and father who wanted to give the world to those he loved.
Kai was preceded in death by his father, Duane, and mother Angie. He is survived by his wife Carolyn, son, Dakota (Erin) Bailey, step-son, Robert Jennings and sister Skarlett (Joe) Hildabrand. He also had several nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved greatly.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to The Veterans Tickets Foundation, www.VetTix.org or Southern Souls Rescue (animal), Southernsoulsrescue.org
A private memorial service by invitation will be held July 25th, 2020.
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Carolyn, Robert and Dakota, we are deeply sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Please know you are in our thoughts, and in our hearts.
I have so many magical memories of our high school friendship, My thoughts and prayers go out to family, friends and love ones. Unit our paths cross again my friend, God speed my friend! Stephen C Beckett
We are so sorry Carolyn. Kai was a great all around guy. Very He was so talented musically and vocally. I, under any circumstances, can imagine how you feel. I can only say how sorry we are. Please know we are here if you need anything.
Carolyn, Robert and Dakota, my prayers have been and continue to be with you. I only met Kai briefly in person, but we were Facebook friends. We had many spirited, funny and downright silly conversations! We cheered together for the Falcons, even when they let us down. We teased either other about his beloved Bulldogs vs. my beloved Gamecocks! We talked about politics and the state of the country. I admired Kai for his patriotism, his pride in being a veteran and his love of his family and friends. His love for Jesus shone through the screen, and I imagine him have spirited talks with Him right now!! Kai will be greatly missed by those who knew him and loved him. Jeanette Jackson Florence, South Carolina
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