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Steven “Aaron” Dailey, Jr.. Photo: Summers Funeral Home

STEVEN “AARON” DAILEY, JR., age 41, of Leesburg, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at his home.

He was born on April 5, 1985 in Washington CH to Steven Aaron and Kelly Sue (Johnson) Dailey. He was a 2003 graduate of Washington High School and Laurel Oaks where he studied electric and construction. Aaron was currently employed full-time at NHC Components in Chillicothe where he worked in maintenance. Aaron was a devoted follower of Christ; and he was always up for a good adventure! He enjoyed hiking, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family.

Aaron was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gene Dailey, and his aunt, Nicole Trimmer.

Survivors include his parents, Steven (Beverly) Dailey, and Kelly Emrick; his wife, Alicia Fawn (Perkins) Dailey, whom he married on August 15, 2010; children, Cassen Conaway, Katie Kingery, Noah Dailey, Ava Dailey, Isabella Dailey, Lillian Dailey, and Baby Boy Dailey arriving in March; grandson, Cameron Conaway; siblings, Christopher (Ashley) Emrick, and Dan (Gina) Merritt; grandmother, Sherry Dailey; and uncle, Scott Dailey. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

The funeral service will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Summers Funeral Home with burial to follow at the Washington Cemetery. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home on Monday morning from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com


Full service details and the family guest book are available at Summers Funeral Home.

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