James R. Bailis Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on September 18, 2026 in Canton, Ohio

James R. Bailis Sr.

June 3, 1936 - September 18, 2026 (90 years old)

Canton, Ohio

James R. Bailis Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on September 18, 2026 in Canton, Ohio

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James R. Bailis Sr.

June 3, 1936 - September 18, 2026 (90 years old)

Canton, Ohio

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James R. Bailis Sr. Obituary

James R. Bailis Sr. (Canton, Ohio) passed away on September 18, 2026. James, born on June 3, 1936 in Massillon, Ohio, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Alma Bailis (Morrone); his parents, George Bailis and Dorothy Bailis; and his sisters, Carol Burley, MaryLou Demeo and Nora Lee Bailis.

He is survived by: his children, James R. Bailis, Jr. (Carrie) and Tawnia Kitson; his grandchildren, Samuel Kitson (Emily) and Sydnie Kitson; his great grandchildren, Vivian Eileen and Charlotte Rose Kitson; and his girlfriend Eileen. He is also survived by many stepchildren, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Tunnels2Towers at T2T.org or St. Michael's Cathoic Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lamiell Funeral Home



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Sep 24

Visitation

Lamiell Funeral Home
1353 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH 44703

Fri

Sep 25

Graveside service

Forest Hill Cemetery
4414 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH 44709

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