Benjamin David Bailey went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, December 18, 2016,  at the age of 55. He was born on December 10, 1961, in San Antonio, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father, Hugh Clinton Bailey, who was a San Antonio firefighter for 32 years.He is survived by his mother, Valerie Martin Bailey and his son, Brandon Bailey of San Antonio; his sister Darla Salcedo of San Antonio,  sister and brother-in-law Kristi and Tim Carr of Midland, Texas; nephews: Steven Lucas and Matthew Salcedo of San Antonio, J.R. Carr and wife Vanessa of Lubbock, Texas, Aaron Carr of Houston, Texas; niece Bailey Elias and husband Walker of San Antonio, and numerous aunts, uncle, and cousins.

Ben attended Coker Elementary, Eisenhower Middle School, and was a graduate of  Winston Churchill High School. He was the owner of Benjamin's Lockout Service for many years until disability forced his retirement several years ago. Ben was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing golf, watching NFL Football and the San Antonio Spurs. He was a member of the NRA and a proud backer of the Blue. He enjoyed cartooning, guitar strumming, song writing, and was an excellent cook. He enjoyed his computer and posting on Facebook and had many "friends" across the country. Ben was well known in his neighborhood for his willingness to lend a helping hand to his neighbors. Ben was a member of the Castle Hills Baptist Church. God was his Father, Jesus was his Lord and Savior, and the Holy Spirit was his Comforter.

A private family interment officiated by family friend, Floyd L. Lamrouex will be at the Turner Ranch in Blanco, Texas. A memorial service to celebrate Ben's life will be held on Monday at 2:30 p.m. in the Grace Chapel of the Castle Hills First Baptist Church at 2220 N.W. Military Hwy. in Castle Hills. Dr. George H. Harris, retired pastor of Castle Hills First Baptist Church, will conduct the service.