David S. Bailey
April 17, 1961 - September 11, 2025
David S. Bailey of Middletown, DE, age 64, entered the Lord’s presence on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Because of his faith in the Lord Jesus, he is now healed of the illnesses that plagued him for many years.
He was born on April 17, 1961, in Red Bank, NJ and grew up in Union Beach, NJ.
He graduated from Keyport High School in NJ in 1979 and proudly served in the United States Army from 1979 to 1980. He attended Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ and later graduated with a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX.
In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling, playing baseball, pool, and card games. Throughout his life, he was an avid NY Yankees fan and NY Giants fan. His other pastimes included Wii bowling and watching old television shows and movies.
As an adult, he was a skilled Bible study leader and pastor. He loved making people laugh; therefore, he frequently included humor in his messages. He had a strong singing voice and enjoyed participating in church choir presentations.
He was predeceased by his mother, Agnes (Bailey) Babbel, his aunt, Irene Bailey, his uncle, Stephen Bailey, and his brother-in-law Donald Hesse Sr.
He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Suzanne (Born) Bailey and siblings Albert Babbel of East Brunswick, NJ, Michael Babbel (Heather) of Branchburg, NJ, Agnes Hesse of South Glenns Falls, NY, and Harriet Tate (John) of Jackson, NJ along with many beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
He cherished his family and friends deeply. Also, the Herzberg family of Hazlet, NJ held a special place in his heart.
One of his favorite Scripture passages was “Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the full armor of God, that you may be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm.” Ephesians 6:10-13
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 11 am until 12 pm on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 12 pm. A committal service will follow in the chapel of Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
Any loved ones who are unable to attend the service for David may live stream the service by clicking here.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s memory to Sunday Breakfast Mission, P.O. Box 352, Wilmington, DE 19899 or online by clicking here.
Lorrie Babbel
Sue, I am so sorry about Dave. Sending condolences to you and your family
Ira strick
Sue i am so sorry for your loss
Carolyn
Praise God Dave knew the Lord and is in the presence of his Heavenly Father. May you trust in the promises of God and may He give you comfort and peace during this time of mourning. Lifting you up in prayer my sister in Christ.
Debbie Faulkner
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Having walked through the passing of my husband I know what you’re going through. I’m praying for you as you navigate through this season of loss.
Karen Dekker
Although I’ve only known you briefly, I’ve prayed for you and your husband. Sue, I am sorry for your loss, and I’ll continue to pray that the Lord is your strength and your shield, Psalm 28:7.
Damian Repolle
Sue
You are in our prayers…
Wonderful to learn that David knew Jesus and that he was a man of God..!
We are confident in Gods word and that David is now with Jesus in heaven and healed. Amen
With Love and sympathy
Damian and Carolyn
George McCoy
May God grant you Peace.
Hannah Born
Hi Aunt Sue,
I’m thinking of you everyday and sending you all my love. Dave will always be with us in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Hannah
Carolyn Strater
I are so sorry for your loss. David was clearly a wonderful, loving man. May you gain comfort and strength from happy memories and the knowledge he helped so many people.