In Loving Memory of Kaylee Bailey
ORANGE, Vt. — It is with profound sadness and heartbreak that the community of Orange, Vermont, mourns the tragic loss of 16-year-old Kaylee Bailey, of Corinth, who passed away on Sunday evening following a devastating crash between a car and a dirt bike. The collision, which occurred at the intersection of Richardson Road and Emery Road, claimed the life of a young woman whose spirit and energy touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
According to authorities, emergency responders were called to the scene shortly after 5:00 p.m. When they arrived, they found Kaylee gravely injured after a collision involving her dirt bike and another vehicle. Despite immediate and extensive lifesaving efforts, Kaylee was pronounced dead at the scene. The tragic news has left her family, friends, and the wider community in shock, struggling to come to terms with a loss that feels impossible to bear.
Kaylee Bailey was more than just a name in a news report — she was a bright, spirited, and loving young soul who brought laughter and light to everyone around her. Known for her adventurous personality, kind heart, and fearless love of life, Kaylee had a passion for the outdoors and an undeniable zest for adventure. Riding her dirt bike was one of her greatest joys — a freedom she cherished and a reflection of her daring and determined nature.
Her family and friends describe Kaylee as compassionate, joyful, and full of life — a young woman who never failed to lend a helping hand, share a smile, or brighten someone’s day with her humor and warmth. Whether she was spending time with loved ones, exploring new places, or enjoying simple moments, Kaylee lived life with a sense of purpose and authenticity that inspired others.
“Kaylee had a heart of gold,” one friend shared through tears. “She was the kind of person who made everyone feel seen and loved. She could make you laugh even on your worst days. Losing her feels unreal — she was truly one of a kind.”
The Corinth and Orange communities have come together to support the Bailey family during this unimaginable time. A memorial has formed near the site of the crash, where friends and neighbors have placed flowers, candles, and heartfelt messages, honoring a young life gone far too soon. Plans are also underway for a candlelight vigil, where loved ones will gather to share memories, pray, and celebrate Kaylee’s life — not the way it ended, but the beautiful way she lived it.
As those who loved her navigate this tremendous grief, they find comfort in remembering Kaylee’s laughter, her strength, and the love she gave so freely. Her presence was a gift — one that will continue to be felt in every heart she touched, in every sunset she admired, and in every road that winds through the hills she loved to ride.
Though her time on this earth was far too short, Kaylee’s impact will live on forever. She will be remembered not for the way she died, but for the incredible way she lived — with courage, kindness, and a heart as wild and beautiful as the open sky.
May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her memory continue to guide those who knew her toward love, light, and compassion.
