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Dixie Bayless Obituary
Dixie, the daughter of the late Marlin Lane and Rachel Frankie nee Twilley, was born June 9, 1940, in Gid, Arkansas. She was a 1958 graduate of Bakersfield High School. On Aug. 17, 1963, she was united in marriage to Gerald Bayless at Tatum Chapel Baptist Church in rural Springfield, Missouri.
Dixie worked as a real estate agent in her beloved Washington, Missouri. She often commented that she wouldn't want to live anywhere else. She enjoyed traveling and her flower garden. Dixie was a spirited soul, shopping expert, and loved her family fiercely.
Dixie was preceded in death by her parents and two siblings: James Richard Lane and Sharon Kay Gosseck and one brother-in-law, George Arnett.
Dixie is survived by her husband of 61 years, Gerald Bayless; her two sons, Steven (Janet) Bayless, Camdenton, Missouri, and Mark (Julie) Bayless, Washington; grandchildren Elane (James) Ennis, Jamie (Dillon) Payne, and Kathrine Crider; and one great-grandchild Benjamin Ennis. She is also survived by her sisters Linda (William) Swadley, Carol (James) Cook, and Gaye Arnett, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A visitation will be held from 10-noon, Saturday, July 12, at Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
Interment will be at 11 a.m., Monday, July 14, at the Clear Creek Cemetery in rural Springfield, Missouri. The Bayless family is being served by Nieburg-Vitt, Miller Funeral Home, Washington.
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Huguette Duff
July 25, 2025
Dixie's warm personality shone through her sweet smile. Deepest condolences to her loving family.
Nancy Walkenhorst
July 12, 2025
I worked with Dixie for years. The ultimate lady, sweet and kind. I always loved seeing her through the years after her retirement.
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Beautiful Dixie rest in peace.
Nancy Walkenhorst
Jeff and Marina Mohesky (and Anny DeWever).
July 9, 2025
Jerry and family, we are sad to hear about Dixie's passing. We extend our deepest sympathy. We have many fond memories of Dixie, going way back to when we moved here. May love and memories help soften your sorrow and fill you with God's peace. We are thinking of you and praying for your family.
Carol Weber
July 8, 2025
To the Bayless Family,
You have my deepest condolences in your loss. I worked with Dixie at the Coldwell Banker Premier office. It was always a pleasure working with her.
Carol Weber
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Marlin Heidmann
July 8, 2025
I'm sad to hear of Dixie's passing. She was always friendly, kind and an elegant lady. She always had a smile. My sincere condolences to her husband and family.
Carol Haddox
July 8, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. I'll miss seeing her at all the Washington events.
Marc Schillebeeckx
July 8, 2025
Dear Gerry ,
Our deepest condolences for the passing of your wife Dixie . We have fond memories of her over the years! May she rest now in peace .
Marc and Roselyne Schillebeeckx
Mark and Doreen Lindgren
July 7, 2025
We arevso sorry for your loss. Praying memories will help ease your pain.
Bonita Reed
July 7, 2025
So sorry to hear of Dixie´s death. She was a sweet spirit that I have very fond memories of. Sending loving thoughts to your entire family.
Bonita and Jim Reed
(Bill Swadley´s Sister)
Linda Adams
July 7, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mark and Julie.
Mariena Swadley Whitehead
July 7, 2025
Condolences to your family! Good memories Dixie, and all her sisters and brother. Love and prayers to you all. Sincerely, Mariena Swadley Whitehead
Haylee Hill
July 7, 2025
My sincerest condolences.
Tim Unnerstall
July 7, 2025
Jerry, Lynne and I won't be able to attend Dixie's visitation or service, but know you are very much in our thoughts. We remember Dixie as she was, a classy, vivacious LADY!
Tonya
July 7, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear this. Dixie was the sweetest person. She was always smiling. Her smile was contagious. This makes me very sad. Prayers for everyone. Rest in peace sweet Dixie.
Tonya Stockhorst Webb
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