Flint, Michigan
BAIRD, Duane L. - Of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Flint, age 76, died Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at Banner Baywood Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 12 noon Friday, January 8, 2010 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Pastor Fidel Hughes officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and 12-3 and 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Duane was born in Flint, Michigan on September 24, 1933. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. On February 13, 1954 he married Barbara Pully in Angola, Indiana. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, VFW Post and the American Legion Post. Mr. Baird was employed for 36 1/2 years with GM at the V-8 Engine Plant. He was a Shop Committeeman, Editor of Search Light Union Paper, Local #659; was Benefit Representative; President of UAW Retiree Chapter in Arizona and Vice President of the National Council Senior Citizens in Arizona. Surviving are wife, Barbara; son, Patrick and wife Tammie of Burton; daughter, Joanie and husband David Stewart of Mesa, Arizona; six granddaughters; seven great-granddaughters; brother, Robert and wife Darlene Baird of Burton. He was preceded in death by son, Thomas and mother, Verna. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
I have thought about the Baird family often over the years and was saddened to recently hear of Duane's passing. I remember the many special stories that Verna had to share about her family. The love was very evident! My heart goes out to your family.
Yvonne Joelson
April 12, 2010 | MI
Ms.Baird. I was saddened to hear of Duane's death. He and I worked many years togeather as benefit rep's for local#659. He on the "highway" and me in the "hole" He will be sorely missed.
T.Wayne Evans
January 26, 2010 | Columbia, TN
To The Family of Our Wonderful Friend, Duane...
We were both sad and shocked to read of Duane's passing! Although, we had not been in touch as often as we wanted to be, and or "should" have been, we loved our friend! And, will miss him so very much! He was a good man, he was a loyal man, and so very funny! We know that you will all miss him. However, we are also sure that knowing what a friend he was to others is a comfort as well! Barbara, thank you for sharing him with so...
January 20, 2010 | Barbourville, KY
To the entire Baird family,
Thank you for sharing Duane with so many of us. I worked with him for many years while he was a benefit representative (one of the VERY BEST!)at Local 659 and I learned alot about the union through him. Duane will always have a special place in my heart, as will your family, and I'll miss him dearly. May God give peace to your hearts.
Love,
Berteen Ewles
January 07, 2010 | HealthPlus Of Michigan
Grandma,Uncle Pat,and Aunt Joanie,
I will always cherish the times I had with grandpa. I could not have asked God for a better grandpa !! He was always caring and Loving...
He will be sadly missed by Your granddaughter Robin and Family.
Robin Baird- Shorts
January 05, 2010 | Flint, MI
Pat, I'm very sorry of the loss of your father. My most sincere regard's to you and your family........Harv
Harvey Young
January 05, 2010 | Sebring, FL
Deepest Sympathy,
Kenneth Accorsi and Daughter, Denise Accorsi
Denise Accorsi
January 04, 2010 | Westland, MI
To grandma , uncle pat and aunt joanie, i will always cherish the memories that i was able to share with grandpa. Most of all i am thankful to have had such a loving and caring grandpa. You will be sadly missed by all three of your grand-daughters.
Michelle &Paul Baird- Harmon
January 04, 2010 | Flint, MI
william pully,brother-in- law.duane alway,s took the time to here what i had to say. i am going to miss duane and i hope my sister is alwright. i love barb and duane very much.love billy.
william pully
January 04, 2010 | Flint, MI
