Dennis was born July 28, 1956 in Peoria to Walter and Pearline (Bailey) McCall. She survives.
He married Lisa Jeanette Smith on May 7, 1985. He was the love of her life. She survives
Also surviving are one son, Dennis Bailey Jr. of Peoria; two grandchildren, Dennis Bailey III and Arianna Denae Bailey both of Peoria; six sisters, Denise “Duck” (Bobbie Marshall) Sanders of Davenport, Iowa, Darcy (Todd Johnson) McCall, Lisa and Toni McCall, Marcia (Archie) Williams of Peoria; three brothers, Dwane Bailey, Minister Bradford McCall , Terrance (Ann) McCall all of Peoria. One “favorite” sister-in-law Debrina Smith and two “daughters” Alexa and Lisa Smith all of Bloomington and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his step- father, Walter McCall one sister, Diane McCall, three brothers, Ray Bailey, Ruben Bailey, Kenneth McCall.
Dennis worked for Cast Technologies as a welder for 10 years retiring in 2010, where he was the Union President.
He was a member of Christian Family Center Church/ Heavens View Church in Peoria where he preached his first sermon after he was called by the Lord to preach the gospel.
Dennis loved music and played the guitar for many groups around the Peoria area including the Majestic Sons of Zion. He volunteered around Peoria Community for many years, including The Prisoner Outreach Program,
He will be greatly missed but those of us who know the Lord will see him again. A Memorial Service will be held Friday 11/20/20 at Faith Missionary Baptist Church 3020 Rohmann Ave West Peoria Il 61604
Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory Pekin.
In lieu of flowers memorials contributions may be made to donors’ choice or Ball for Life 7v7 (youth outreach program).
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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