In the fall of 2021, the life of Stevenson Lemont Bailey, a 47-year-old man from Florence, South Carolina, was tragically cut short. On Monday, October 11, 2021, Bailey was the victim of a shooting in Florence County. Emergency services responded to a call regarding shots fired and transported one person to the hospital. Sadly, Bailey succumbed to his injuries.
His death was the result of gun violence.
Known affectionately as 'Steve' or 'Smiley' to his friends and family, Bailey was born on October 21, 1973. His obituary included a moving, first-person narrative that stated, 'My life was stolen from me,' a poignant testament to the violent nature of his passing. In the piece, he expressed his love for fishing and raising dogs and shared his personal motto: 'to love everybody and greet them with a smile.' He was remembered by loved ones for the constant smile that earned him his nickname and for his genuine care for others.
Stevenson Lemont Bailey was survived by his wife, parents, two brothers, and a host of other relatives and friends who mourned the untimely loss of a man described as having a life that was 'cut short too soon.' While the circumstances of his death clearly indicate a homicide, publicly available information and news reports have not released details regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the shooting. The investigation into who is responsible for the death of Stevenson Lemont Bailey remains without a publicly announced resolution.
