William Dallas Bailey Sr.

William Dallas Bailey, Sr. age 89, of Abingdon, Maryland peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Born in Magnolia, Maryland, William was the son of the late Theodore Bailey and Elizaeth (Jenifer) Bailey. He attended The Central Consolidated School and was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran who served his country with honor. William worked at the U.S. Army Aberdeen Proving Ground Edgewood Area until his retirement and later enjoyed working with the Ward family for many years.

William was predeceased by his mother, Elizabeth Bailey; father, Theodore Bailey; beloved wife, Doris Beatrice Bailey (Harris); his son Harlem “Applehead” Bailey; siblings James “Sonny” Bailey, Marilyn Bailey, David “Nut” Bailey, Ann Meredith West; and grandson Aaron D. Bailey. He is survived by his children: David Bailey, Diane Bailey, Hazel Bailey, Ronnie Bailey, and William Bailey, Jr.; his 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

A dedicated member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, William was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting and horseracing. However, his greatest joy came from spending time with his family, whom he deeply loved.

Memorial donations can be made to Gilcrest Hospice Gilcrest Donations