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Kyle Bailess Obituary
February 16, 2018
Kyle passed away February 16th at his home in Ogden, Utah. He leaves behind his wife Terrilyn Hansen Bailess; Teri Gardner, the mother of their children Jamison and Alex; father Glen (Susan); mother Sandra, siblings Bryant (Olga), Aaron, Wendy Newman (Dave Pierce).
Kyle was a lifelong lover, critic and connoisseur of music, and a luminary in the early 80's SLC Punk scene. He always had a motorcycle of some type and loved to ride. We loved Kyle's clear, direct and authentic style. He had strongly held beliefs and convictions and wasn't shy about them. Kyle stood for the disenfranchised and against injustice. He was a protector and crusader for inclusion.
True to who he was, Kyle wanted those around him to also be true to themselves, but was okay with and showed compassion for others for exactly who they were. He'd let you know you were seen and understood and then flip that one intense moment into humor, making you laugh at the absurdity of life.
Rest in Peace my Son, Father, Brother, Husband and good friend to many. You will be greatly missed!
A celebration of life will be held at Glen & Susan's home in Murray from 2pm-4pm on Friday the 23rd.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kyle Bailess
Suzanne stiver
February 22, 2024
I still think of you , Kyle. You were quite the character.
Suzanne Stiver
March 13, 2021
Kyle was emotionally perceptive beyond his years (I met him when he was 24). I was surprised by his passing. He died too young. I still think of him.
Stanton Davis
February 16, 2020
Thinking about Kyle. Missing his wit and strong sense of irony. I probably had more joy, more laughs, more shadenfraude than during my years in Utah with him than the rest of my life put together.
Naiade Suzanne
October 24, 2018
To my Autumn friend from '91.
Mary Naomi Beynon Case
February 27, 2018
My dear nephew.. we grew up together at only four years apart. I'm at a loss and confusion. May your family find pease and comfort during this difficult time.
Love and condolences to my sister Sandra , Glen and Bryant.
Thank You Susan for preparing this obituary! Lovely indeed .
Mary Naomi Beynon-Case
Lee Herron
February 22, 2018
Rest In Peace, my friend. We worked together at the old Hilton and at Snowbird. You were always a breath of fresh air whenever the work got to be too much. Your music and personality kept me going at times. You will be missed!
February 21, 2018
May you find comfort and peace in your memories of your loved one. My the God of peace comfort you. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
Robin And Rick Dunnebacke
February 21, 2018
Sue and Glen, We are so sorry to hear of Kyle's passing. You are in our prayers as are all his family and those who loved him. We wish we could have known Kyle. He sounds like a terrific person. We are sure he will be greatly missed. We send all our love to you at this most difficult time. Prayerfully submitted.
February 21, 2018
t is with heartfelt sympathy that I express my condolences to the family. May the Hearer of prayer give your family peace and strength during this difficult time. - Psalm 29:11
Lois Burns
February 20, 2018
Thanks for the info., Susan.
Jolie and Greg Pope
February 19, 2018
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We send our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Stanton Davis
February 19, 2018
My old friend. I hope you found the peace you could not find in this life. Rest now. Thanks for the adventures. You breathed life into everyone around you. Go Mods. May the Who's rythm section play your welcome to the other side.
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