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Ride in Peace: Jaeger Bailey, 1993-2019
"Tell Your Friends You Love Them"
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Jaeger Bailey, a beloved boarder who took his own life on Christmas Day, 2019. Jaeger will be remembered fondly for his wildly creative drive on and off-hill, his inspiring talent in the parks and streets, and for that infectious smile he wore so well.
Family, friends and members of the snowboarding community at large have been pouring out their respect and love for Jaeger on social media.
“Jaeger was a star,” Harrison Gordon wrote on Instagram. “His infectious energy is something I will never forget…
“He texted me last week with a random, ‘Hey Harry, I miss you.’ To which I replied, ‘I miss you too!” I wish I would have asked him more questions and made him know just how much he mattered to me. I realize now it wasn’t random and it was an opportunity to tell someone I cared about how special he was.
“Tell you friends you love them.”
On that note: We love you, Jaeger. And to anyone else out there who may be struggling, please know that you are loved and it’s ok to not be “ok.” You are not alone. Mental health is an integral part of our wellbeing, and if you’re not feeling well, don’t be afraid to speak out and let others help you up. We’re here for each other.
Professionals are always available for help as well. If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) any time of day or night, or chat online.
See what others had to say about Jaeger, and know that at least his love and inspiration won’t be leaving us anytime soon.
Make a donation to the Jaeger Bailey Memorial Fund here.