Larisa Bailey
1987 - 2013
Larisa Bailey
1987 - 2013
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BORN
1987
DIED
2013
Larisa Bailey Obituary
She was born on Sept. 15, 1987, in Klamath Falls to Nancy Baldwin and Christopher Demorest. Larisa was adopted at the age of 4 by Dan and Shelley Bailey and raised in Medford, where she attended a private school and participated in volleyball, cheerleading, basketball, and with her horse in 4-H.
Larisa reconnected with her birth family in December 2007 and shortly after moved to Klamath Falls to get to know her many family members who lived there.
She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, journaling, snowboarding, camping, swimming, the Oregon Ducks, and her tattoos. She had a real zest for life and didn't let anything bring her down.
Larisa recently returned to school and earned her GED at Klamath Community College in May 2011 and was making plans to start college.
She was preceded in death by her adopted mother Shelley Bailey and grandmother Laura Baldwin Smith.
Survivors include her mother Nancy Burk (Daniel Burk) of Klamath Falls; father Christopher Demorest of Corcoran, Calif.; adopted father Daniel Bailey of Medford; daughters Shyla and Bailey of Medford; brother Devon Bailey of Portland Ore.; grandparents Roy (Dorothy) Baldwin and Renee Nichols, both of Klamath Falls; aunt Stacie Baldwin-Driscoll (James) of Everett, Wash.; and many extended family members.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, in New Horizon Christian Fellowship at 1909 Homedale Road.
Memorial contributions can be made at Chase Bank or Rogue Federal Credit Union.
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Debbie cornell
February 16, 2014
Oh sweet child your gone too soon. we didnt get to love you long enough. will see you in heaven. Auntie
ilene hising
May 14, 2013
hey larisa. i miss you more then ever. your the best god mom i can ever have. thank you for everything you did for me and helping me stay trong. ill see you one day again. we ahd the best meomrys ever, i love you <3
Lisa Paisley
February 21, 2013
Larisa,
Im a friend of your grandmothers and just wanted to let you know she will be waiting for the day she see's you again in Heaven.I hope for her peace until she is with you again!
Brandi Shilling
February 21, 2013
Larisa,
I am so sorry I did not write on this sooner, I didn't know that you had one as well.. I really wish we had gotten the chance to become as close as adults that we were as little kids. I did enjoy the few memories we did make together since you came back to us, and I wish we could have made many more like it... My fondest memory of us was when you and Aunt Kristi took care of me after I had Meeka, and we were driving back out to Malin. My milk was full and I was writhing in pain, and you handed me a dutch bro cup to relieve in! You two were laughing so hard I thought you were going to pee your pants!! As you always told me "I know we don't always get along, but you're still my cousin and I still love ya anyway"
Rest easy Larisa I miss you
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alana duncan
February 21, 2013
the last entry was from me , your aunt alana
February 21, 2013
just yesterday i thought of you and was remembering your grandma's service. we had went away and sat on the benches where we could see everyone. i remember that you only wanted me that day to be with you..i remember you at 3 years old playing with your cousin brandi who was two. i will always remember your silly come backs when someone would say something goofy.. our walks in the park and the bike path will always be a good memory.. but the one that stays the most is dancing at the bar to bottoms up. thats the best one.. i miss you.
Dorothy Baldwin
February 21, 2013
My sweet granddaughter. I still can't believe you are gone. When you lived with me as a baby girl, you and your cousin Brandi were inseperable. I will cherish all of the memories we have of you both as a baby and an adult. You came back into our lives only 6 years ago and we had so many good times together. Then you and Aunt Kristi became inseperable. I am going to miss all of that and when your birthday comes around we will make your special birthday dinner of BBQ Tri-Tip and macaroni salad because it was your favorite. Grandpa and I love you so very much. We will always remember the day that you left us as you and your Auntie were both so very happy that day!!
stacie Driscoll
February 21, 2013
forever in my heart, the years we spent together will always be treasured. i love you so much baby girl. i can't believe your gone, i still remember the day you were born and the pride that i felt knowing that i was an auntie. you are and always have been in my thoughts and prayers love you
aunt stacie
Camille Bailey
January 27, 2013
Death leaves a heartache no man can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
My prayer is for God to continue to strengthen you and your family while learning to live without Larisa.(Psalm 119:76) . . .May your loving-kindness serve, please, to comfort me."
Tasha Evenson
January 25, 2013
Larisa was an amazing girl. She was so happy and full of life. She brightened everyone's day and lit up room when she came around. We drove everywhere together and spent hours just "chillin" We partied together. When she came to the Medford area, she always stayed with me and my family at my home. My kids adored her and referred to her as their Auntie Risa! We talked about everything, and we comforted each other when we were down. She was a great friend. I will truly miss this beautiful soul.
Mark Bishop
January 25, 2013
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
Amanda Anderson
January 25, 2013
you will be missed but not forgotten. We pray the angels take care of you now.
Susan Bryant
January 25, 2013
I only knew you through my daughter Tasha but I knew you well enough to know you are a special woman who did not deserve to go right now.I know your in heaven and I will miss you coming over and staying with us.See you someday..I love you.
amber shilling
January 23, 2013
I didn't larisa very well only meat her a few times when she was with Kristi but she was always such a happy girl when I saw her. Sorry for ur loss she will greatly be missed.
Bourke Family
January 23, 2013
Dear Bailey Family:
So sorry to read of your loss. Please allow God's word the Bible to provide you comfort during this difficult time in your life.
January 22, 2013
Larisa if you only knew how many lives you touched. You're greatly missed. I love you dearly... I remember your beautiful smile since you were a tiny girl. I still can't believe you're gone... But you will never be forgotten.
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Larisa and the many friends who's lives she touched.
Jimmy Driscoll
January 22, 2013
Love you so much wish i had one last day with you save me a spot up there and dont cause to much trouble with out me:) R.I.P
January 22, 2013
Larisa, your love of life touched so many. I don't remember a moment that you were not smiling and making some off the wall comment that always had those around you laughing to the point of tears. I love you & I miss you.
Love you always,
Auntie Kendra
Greg Crume
January 22, 2013
Larisa you were a smile in my eyes always . Every time we saw each other we were laughing about something first time we met we had a blast danceing and haveing fun . From that day on you started calling me uncle Greg Know matter if we were not related you were still my niece . I will always carry your love in my heart you will never be missed with that big smile and loving personality I can still hear that laugh,see that smile and be thankful The Lord put you in my life . Forever love you Uncle Greg.
Archie Colvin
January 22, 2013
Larisa your memory will live in my heart foreever.Miss you my niece,love Uncle Archie
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