Photo courtesy of McCann-Healey Funeral Home - Gloucester City
Gloucester City, New Jersey
Mar 11, 1936 – Oct 1, 2024
Clayton, NJ - Formerly of Paulsboro, passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Born in Camden, NJ, he was the son of the late Frank A. and Bertha A. (Jacobsen) Bird. He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Marie (Messick) Bird; loving children, Michael C. Bird, Theresa Lewis (John), Carl Bird, Jr., Pamela McNamee (Jim); cherished grandchildren, Jean Costello, Jacob Lewis (Sharon), Patrick Lewis (Emily), Emily Daniel (Austin) and Kyle McNamee.
Carl was raised in Paulsboro, NJ and later moved to Clarksboro, NJ with his family. Later Carl and Marie moved to Otto, NC, before moving to South Boston, VA and then back to Clayton, NJ. Carl was a member of and a former president of the Order of DeMolay in Woodbury, NJ. He was also a longtime member of the Paulsboro Volunteer Fire Department. For some 30 years, he and Marie made crafts and furniture that they sold through their business, Ree’s County Friends Crafts. Carl was a retired truck driver who had worked many years with ProSource Transportation in Burlington and Chemical Leaman Tank Lines Inc, Bridgeport, NJ.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Carl’s visitation on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, from 5 to 7 pm at the McCann – Healey Funeral Home: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. His burial will be in Eglington Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Carl to: Gloucester County Animal Shelter, 1200 N. Delsea Drive, Clayton, NJ 08312. Please memo Carl J. Bird, Sr.
Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Carl J. Bird, Sr. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCann – Healey Funeral Home: Gloucester City Ph 856 – 456- 1142
Read MorePlease accept our sincere condolences. I have very fond memories of my childhood spending time at the Bird house and swimming in the pool. Mr Bird was a kind and gentle soul and i know your family will miss him dearly. Praying for comfort and strength.for your family today.
Love Val Muntz Matteo and family ❤
Valerie Matteo
October 08, 2024 | Mullica Hill, NJ | Friend
Mrs Bird and family ,know that you are in my prayers and thoughts.
I was so happy when I heard from you a few years ago. .
You both where so good to Elaine and the children.
When he was driving the trailer ,I would look to see if it was him in the Dove area.
Praying God will give you all the added strength needed at this time.
And that the memories you have made over the years ,will comfort your hearts in months to come.
Love and God Bless
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Arlena Coker
October 02, 2024 | Cheswold, DE | Friend
Pam and family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Betty & Rich Lindsay
October 02, 2024 | Gloucester City, NJ | Friend