Helen Louise Dunson Bailey was called home to her glorious reward on November 10, 2026. She passed peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving grandson Andy Sledge, his wife Amy, and their children Kaleigh, Kyler, and Ryder, who devoted the last few years to caring lovingly for Helen. She was preceded in death by her parents William Rufus and Millie (Johnson) Dunson, husband Felix Jr. Bailey, her sons Jody Bailey and Kenneth Bailey, and grandson Eddie Bailey. Her brothers Thurman Dunson, William Dunson, Clifford Dunson, Carl Dunson, Cecil Dunson, and sister Clara Clark. Also preceding Helen in death were 4 nephews and 2 nieces.
Helen was greatly blessed in her life with a multitude of family and is survived by her grandchildren: Jason Bailey, Chris Bailey, Andy Sledge, and Syndi Bailey; 15 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren; and 18 nieces and nephews.
Helen deeply loved her family and friends and she enjoyed traveling and visiting with them. Some of her favorite activities included caring for her flowers and bargain hunting. Her favorites, among her many collections, were the teapots and dolls. She never met a stranger and loved to talk with everyone. Helen was the family historian! She never hesitated to pray or lend a helping hand to those in need even during her own trials and tribulations. Helen worked hard her entire life and lovingly sacrificed greatly for her family and friends.
Helen faced many hardships in her life but overcame them with her unwavering Faith in God and joyful and giving spirit. She is dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Berryhill Funeral Home from 12:00 to 2:00 pm with the funeral service immediately following in the chapel at 2:00 pm with DJ Allen officiating. Burial will follow at Valley View Memorial Gardens in Meridianville, Alabama.
Pallbearers will
Chris Bailey, Andy Sledge, Johnny Dunson, Thurman (Duke) Dunson, Tim Morgan, and Jordan Bailey.
