Jacosha Dawn Bailey

Jacosha Dawn Bailey obituary, Alton, IL

Jacosha Dawn Bailey

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Jacosha Bailey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Marks Mortuary on Feb. 9, 2026.
Jacosha Dawn Bailey, 51, passed away February 2, 2026 at SSM St. Louis University Hospital.

Born September 10,1974 in Alton, she was the daughter of Ann Louise Bailey of Grafton and the late Wesley G. Smith.

Surviving is her mother, Ann; two daughters, Shyanna Michelle Stagner, Jayla Nevaeh Deal both of Alton; aunts and uncles, Mark Bailey, Johnny Bailey, Rebecca Gerber; great aunt, Linda; and cousins, Joshua Bailey, Rhonda Dralle, Georgia McGrath, and Danielle Bailey.

She was preceded in death by her father; grandparents, James D. and Lora L. Bailey; and a sister, Shanna Smith Lyons.

Visitation will be from 1 pm until time of service at 2 pm, Wednesday, February 11 at First Christian Church in Alton. Rev. Jim Johnson will officiate.

Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Shyanna Stagner for expenses.

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Feb

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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

First Christian Church (Alton)

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2:00 p.m.

First Christian Church (Alton)

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Services provided by

Marks Mortuary