John Dailey Obituary
John was born in Indiana on August 5th, 1952; and raised in St. Louis, MO. His parents were John Turner Dailey, Sr. and Margaret Gereke Stockton.
John enjoyed all sports and raised his two sons Justin and Jordan coaching them to many championships. He was a long time member of Emmanuel Faith Community Church for 40 years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Janey Cross Dailey; and his two sons Justin Dailey of Escondido, CA and Jordan Dailey (Veronica) of San Luis Obispo, CA.
He is also survived by five grandchildren, McKenna, Riley, Mia, Wyatt, and Joy; his mother, Peggy Stockton of New Haven, MO; sisters, Jackie Dailey Cottrell of Alexandria, VA and Cindy Winters (Bob) of Fenton, MO.
He was predeceased by his brother Rick Stockton of Wichita, KS; father John Dailey of Escondido, CA; and stepmother Marilyn Dailey of Escondido, CA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online at face4pets.org, a cause close to the family's heart.
Celebration of Life to be determined at a later date.
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Gary and Debbie Rehkopf
July 31, 2025
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jay (John), he was always kind and friendly and a true family man. We pray for blessings of peace and comfort for the family
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Mike and Connie Malkiewicz
July 30, 2025
Devastating news.....such a wonderful man. We are sending our love and prayers to all the family
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