Baylie Dayle McClanahan, 25, of Elkville, passed away at 5:20 P.M., Sunday, March 3, 2024 in Du Quoin.
She was born April 15, 1998 in Centralia, IL, the daughter of Brian D. and Wendy (Hoffmann) McClanahan.
She is survived by her parents of Elkville, her fiancé - Donnie Endres of Elkville, one daughter - Layken Grace, one brother - Brian Douglas McClanahan, II and wife Tori of Murphysboro, grandmother - Janet Hoffmann of Carterville, father-in-law - Jody Endres and wife Amy, mother-in-law - Linda Murray, sister-in-law - Willow Hacker, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and wonderful friends and her two dogs that she loved - Hank and Lainie.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents - Terry and June McClanahan and her maternal grandfather - Thomas K. Hoffmann.
Baylie was an amazing fiancé and mother.  She loved Donnie and Layken Grace.  Baylie had worked as a HR Generalist at Silkworm.  She was a member of Vergennes United Methodist Church.  Baylie had been an Elks member.  She enjoyed hunting and bass fishing and was the first female on the bass fishing team at McKendree University.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the Elverado High School with Pastor Angie Baughman officiating.
Friends may call from 12:00 P.M. until the time of service on Sunday at the school.
In lieu of flowers, a trust fund will be set up for Layken.  Donations may be made to Donnie Endres and will be accepted at the school.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.