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James Nelson Bailey Jr., age 74, of Three Rivers, passed away on February 1, 2025 at his home.
He was born July 29, 1950 in Highland Park, the son of James N. and Helen (Van Dyke) Bailey, and graduated from Milford High School with the Class of 1968.
James pastored at the Open Door Bible Church in Hudson, MI, The Fish Lake Bible Church in Sturgis, and the Three Rivers Bible Church.
James served his country honorably in the U.S. National Guard.
Remaining to cherish his memory are his sons, James Bailey III and Jeremy (Amanda) Bailey; daughter, Jennifer Crotser; mother of his children, Sue Bailey; grandchildren, Nicholas, Lukas, Aubrey, Shelby, James IV, Isabella, Alxander, Charlotte, Hannah, and Parker; several great-grandchildren; brother, Steve (Caitlin) Bailey, sister, Susan (Gary) Johnson, brother-in-law, Bruce Harper.
He was preceded in death by his parents and by his sister, Barb Harper.
The family will receive friends Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. until time of services at 3:00 at Hohner Funeral Home, 1004 Arnold St., Three Rivers, with Steve Bailey and Curt Bennett officiating.
Donations in James’ memory may be directed to Three Rivers Pregnancy Helpline. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
