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Irene Baish Obituary

BAISH-Irene Carr Age 91 years, of Kenmore, January 30, 2007; wife of the late Louis J. Baish; dear mother of Peter (Mary Alice) of Fairfax, VA, Vincent (Margaret), Louis (Marilyn) of Ballston Lake, NY and the late Robert (late Paula) Baish; cherished grandmother to 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and Grandma to many more; sister of Peter (Judy) Carr and predeceased by several brothers and sisters. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where Funeral will be held Friday at 8:45. Mass of Christian Burial from St. Paul's R.C. Church at 9:15 AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Irene's charity of choice was the American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge 197 Summer St., Buffalo, 14222.

Published by Buffalo News from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2007.
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Aunt Irene, such a loved saint! I always remembered the way that she made everyone feel special and every gathering a fun memory. I was truly blessed to have her as an aunt. We know that your loss is great.
We pray that God will bless you and comfort your family at this time.

Susan and Billy Hogue (Bauder)

February 10, 2007

To Irene's Family,
With the recent loss of my wife, Jody Baish Bauder and Irene's sister-in-law, I know this is a time of sorrow. But it is also a time of joy, for our beautiful family grows as saints in Heaven, to be with our Father for all eternity.
You will be in my prayers.
Irene's Brother-in-law & your Uncle

Frank Bauder

February 9, 2007

Dear Buffalo Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss. Even though we are far away, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Aunt Irene was a wonderful example of Christianity in action. The consolation is knowing she is now with the saints in heaven, always ready and able to hear and help us. May GOD bless you with His grace & strength.
Love,
Kris, Barbara & Family

Barbara Sheddy

February 7, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Rachel Minni and Marco Cervoni

Rachel Minni

February 6, 2007

I will never forget Aunt Irene! When ever I visited my Aunt's house growing up it was always a memorable time. My prayers and sympathy go out to my relatives that were blessed to have known her.

Bill Bauder

February 6, 2007

To Vince, Lou, Peter, and your families: Our deepest condolences go out to all of you. Although we have lived away from Buffalo for many years, it was always great to see Irene when we visited Margaret & Vince. She was a very wonderful woman. How great that she was able to visit with Mindy's 3 children in her final days. Also that Margaret was able to take her to bingo at the hospital, and Irene won!
Now she is re-united with Lou Sr, Bob and Paula. Knowing Irene was indeed a blessing.

Dennis & Jo Ann Dorgan

February 5, 2007

I will miss Grandma B. Reading Mindy's entry reminded me of the apartment on Taunton and how warm and inviting it was. And oh, the Christmas cookies! I only hope that I will be lucky enough to spend my years surrounded by my family, the way she did. I know we're sad that she's gone, but she lived a long and happy life, and we all have wonderful memories to carry with us.

Marie Dorgan

February 5, 2007

Dear Family,

There was great joy in heaven last Tuesday when Aunt Irene joined Uncle Lou, Robert, my Mom (Joanne Baish Bauder), and all the other saints and family waiting for her. Though we mourn her loss, she is where we all hope to be, with Our Lord and His Blessed Mother for eternity. We pray for faith and comfort for you in this time of great loss.

Jim & Julie Bauder (Nephew) and Family

February 3, 2007

At the funeral I just didn’t have the courage (or composure) to share what I wanted to. I sat there in silence, wanting to jump up and tell everyone what a wonderful grandma Irene was and how I can’t imagine a life without her.

There are so many great memories. We’ve spent a lifetime together.

I remember special sleepovers and being treated like royalty. Candlelight dinners, and candlelight bubble baths. She’d even take the bath towel, roll it up and place it in the heating duct so it was warm when I got out of the tub. I’d sleep in the room with “The Roses Blanket”. It was the softest, silkiest floral print blanket in the world. As I lay there falling asleep, the tick tock of two grandfather clocks echoed through the quiet house. In the morning we’d have soft boiled eggs in fancy egg holders.

She always has something planned for the days. We’d sit at the kitchen table together drawing for hours. She’d take Dan and me for walks up to Parkers Drug store to buy one piece of candy. We’d go to Shoshone Park in the summer, play at the playground waiting for the truck to pull up with the free lunches. We didn’t need the free lunches – PB&J sandwiches at the park were my lunch of choice. We’d pick rhubarb from the garden and make strawberry rhubarb pie. She had toys for us to play with, but only one at a time. Lincoln Logs, make your own pot holders, Paddington Bear and of course the famous wooden shoes and elephants from the front hall. Buttons, oh the buttons – just looking in that tin would make any child smile.

We spent EVERY holiday with her. We’d make tons of Christmas cookies. Decorate the spinning tree. Have the Bob Baish Family over Christmas Eve and go to midnight mass. Thanksgiving mornings were spent watching the parade with Uncle Lou, Aunt Marilyn and the boys. I loved when they came to town and thought that hiding their shoes the day they planned to leave might keep them here just a bit longer. Easter is when we’d go to the Botanical Gardens in South Buffalo and visit Father Bakers. We’d also make a stop at Pop’s grave. We spent many New Years eating mini hot dogs, wearing silly hats and blowing noise makers.

Uncle Pete and his family always lived out of town, and yet I always felt like I knew them well. Grandma kept their photos on the fridge and would tell us who they were. She’d read me all the letters that they sent too. She’d tell stories about her trip to Hawaii.

Every vacation – she was there. Cape Cod. Avalon. Canandaigua. Atlantic City.
Every wedding – we attended together.
Every morning – we said good morning.
Every night – we said good night.

The years flew by, she got older and so did I.
She was at the bottom of the staircase as I came down in my wedding gown.
She was standing at my bedside as I held my 30 minute old baby.
She’s always been there.

My 3 “babies” adore her. As soon as they learned to walk – they’d enter the house and hunt her down. The smiles on their faces and the joy they brought her can not even begin to be explained. Great Grandma is too hard for little mouths, so she chose to be called “Na Na.” An 8 month old can say that!

I lived with a Mom, a Dad and a Grandma.
The definition of PARENT is: a person who brings up and cares for another.
I had 3 parents.

I’m really, really, really gonna’ miss her!

Mindy (Baish) Mancuso

February 3, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jim and Donna Caito

February 2, 2007

Dear Peter,
So sorry to hear about the death of your mother. She always told me I was a good Altar Boy and always had a special smile for me.

I remember your birthday party when you were ten years old and how kind your mother was to all of us. A number of individuals contacted me to let me know of the passing of your dear mother.

John Obringer

February 2, 2007

Lou, Marilyn and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I know that Irene experienced a wonderful life and shared cherished moments with her family. May your wonderful memories of her give you strength during this difficult time. I am sure you can still feel her love and know she is at peace.

God's Peace,

Kelley Nutter

February 2, 2007

To the Baish Family – The loss of Irene will reverberate, as it should, for years to come. Vince and Margaret, you were gracious hosts to us when we and the Baish/Browns and Irene and Bertice departed for our Canadian Rockies vacation—a place on earth Irene had always wished to visit in her lifetime. We are grateful to have shared that fulfillment with her. We will remember Irene for her zest for life, her optimism, and her love of children. She lived a long and full life.

Pam, Roy and Dennis Turner

Pam Turner

February 2, 2007

Lou, Marilyn, Nick & Mike
our thoughts are with you during this dificult time - our heartfelt sympathy. We know that you have wonderful memories that you will always cherish.

Bonnie & Joe Betz

February 2, 2007

Dear Marilyn and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Terri Rizzone

February 1, 2007

Dan: To you and all of your family. My sincerest sympathy goes out about the news of your grandmother. I only know exactly what you're going through as my grandmother passed last month. I extend my sincerest sympathies to you and your family through this time of grief. Only know she's in a better place and remember all the great memories you had with her. Those can never be forgotten. Jeffrey Berger

Jeffrey Berger

February 1, 2007

We are so sorry for Lou, Marilyn and the rest of the Baish Family's loss. Irene had such a great spirit about her. I always enjoyed my time with her. She listened to my trials and tribulations in raising energetic boys!!! I had two but she had four and she raised them well! My mother-in-law(Bertice Brown) and her made great roommates when they went to Florida and we had great fun with them. And they both could cook!!! She will be missed.

Debbie Brown

February 1, 2007

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of Irene's family. She was a very special friend to my mother-in-law and father-in-law, Muriel and Chuck Agro. I know they cared very much for her and had some great times together as their children were growing up. We will keep Irene and your whole family in our prayers. Sincerely

Bill & Joanne Agro

February 1, 2007

We are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. We know that you all loved her very much. We did not get a chance to know her well but we do know that she loved to visit the kite fields with you. She will be missed.

Ted and Joan Shaw

February 1, 2007

Dear Lou and Marilyn and family, Our deepest sympathy to you all at your time of loss of your mom... You are in our thoughts and prayers this week... I have fond memories of stories of both your mothers... and they still live in your hearts and memories.. Love, Michele and all the BEARS at Boces....

Michele Powers

February 1, 2007

Irene was gentle, kind, ladylike, sweet and above all appreciative. She was dedicated to her family. Our 3 children had the "luck of the Irish" to live under the same roof with Grandma for most of their lives. She left me with some pretty big shoes to fill now that I am a "Grandma Baish". I will miss you, my friend, Irene.
Your loving daughter-in-law,

Margaret

February 1, 2007

Marilyn, Frank and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Janet & Frank Caperello

January 31, 2007

To my Aunt, my Godmother
I will miss you always and remember the times we shared! You are in a better place. My deepest sympathy to all you have left behind. You will be missed.

Denise

January 31, 2007

To my Aunt, My Godmother
I will miss you always and remember the times we shared! You are in a better place. My deepest sympathy to all you have left behind. You will be missed.

Denise

January 31, 2007

Marilyn and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your mother and mother-in-law. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.We all here at Hope Lodge will keep her in our thoughts and prayers.

Ann Raderman

January 31, 2007

Irene was my "favorite" mother-in-law and a wonderful mother and grandmother to our family. We will miss her dearly but know she is at peace. She enjoyed a long life with a loving and caring family. Her charity of choice is so important and appreciated by many. I wonder if she knew there is an Irene's Garden memorial at the Buffalo Hope Lodge. How beautiful.

Marilyn Baish

January 31, 2007

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