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William Baird Obituary

Port Jervis, NY & Manning, SC

William K. Baird, a lifetime resident of Milford, PA and also a resident of Manning, SC, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008 in Manning, SC. He was 69.

The son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth McAndrew Baird, he was born April 23, 1939 in Port Jervis, NY.

William retired from Kolmar Labs, Port Jervis, NY. He was a member of the Tri-State Naval Ship, #7241 in Port Jervis, NY, and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving with the Tin Can Sailors from 1957-1961.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara McGraw Baird, at home; two sons, James Baird of Lake City, SC and Jeffrey Baird of Matamoras, PA; one daughter, Wendy Gardner of Manning, SC; his sister, Marianne Armour of Port Jervis, NY; four grandchildren: Troy and Will Gardner of Manning, SC; Tom and Mary Baird of Matamoras, PA; five step grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, James and Richard.

Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be private.

Arrangements by Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, Inc., 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY 12771; 845-856-3312. To send condolences, please visit Knight-Auchmoody.com.

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Published by Times Herald-Record on Jul. 24, 2008.

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Rick Santiago

July 30, 2008

Dear Barbara & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Kevin. Those years in St. Mary's and highschool hold fond memories for me. Best wishes to all.
Fondly,
Rick (Babo) Santiago

Eric (Bali) Santiago

July 26, 2008

Barbara, Family, & (MaryAnn Baird),
I first met Kevin in St. Mary's Elementary School and shared eight years of people thinking we were related due to our vibrant red hair. I had many fond memories of him and wish to extend my condolences to you and his family.

Gladys Turell

July 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jeanmarie Schields

July 24, 2008

Dear Barb, Wendy, Jeff, Jim and Families,
I was saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. I think of you often. I wish you much healing and comfort. I pray for Kevin to be at peace.
Blessings,
Jeanmarie

Betty Fleming

July 24, 2008

Dear Barbara & Family,
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing, Please take care of yourself.
With sincere sympathy,
Love,
Betty Fleming

Bob Lefferts

July 24, 2008

Barbara & Family.....
You have our thoughts & prayers at this time. I know its been a long time since I've seen Kevin & yourself, but I've thought about both of you often. May Kevin rest in peace. Love Ya.

Melissa Mclaughlin

July 24, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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