Dennis R. Bailey

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Dennis Bailey on Friday January 30, 2026. Dennis was the son of Raymond and Ruth Bailey born on January 29, 1949 in Bluefield, WV. He moved to Connecticut in 1961 and became a long time resident of Mansfield.

After graduating from E. O. Smith high school, Dennis served 4 yrs in the US Air Force with a stint in Pakistan. Upon returning home he resumed a position at UConn in the IT Dept where he had worked part time as a student. He retired from the university in '03 with over 38 years of service as a supervisor on third shift. He made long time friends, especially Ann. He had a life long passion for fishing especially in the Mansfield and Quaddick state parks. He was a member of the Windham Fish and Game club. He also enjoyed many summers camping and fishing in Rhode Island with his family as well a traveling throughout the United States with his wife. He was an avid UConn Women's Basketball fan never missing a game and he especially enjoyed the precious time spent with his family.

Dennis leaves behind his beloved wife of 55 years, Sandy Trudeau Bailey; daughter Karen Bailey and granddaughter, Elyse Macha and members of the Bailey, Lawless and Warinsky families. He was predeceased by his brothers, Raymond, Robert and Carson Bailey.

A graveside service in St. Joseph Cemetery, Windham will be held in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Willimantic VFW 630 Valley St, Willimantic, CT 06226. To send an online expression of sympathy, please visit www.baconfh.com