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83, passed away on June 18, 2016 in New York. Born in 1933 to Eugene Albert Bay and Helene Carlin Bay in New York City, he graduated from Phillips Academy Andover and The University of Pennsylvania. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1957- 1960. A legendary advertising and publishing executive, "Gene" Bay served as publisher of Field & Stream Magazine. Later at Gene Bay Associates he pioneered the transformation of fishing and hunting programming to mainstream media with ESPN Outdoors. Trustee Emeritus of The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, a lifetime member and former governor of the New York Athletic Club, and from the Polo Grounds to MetLife Stadium, a life-long New York Football Giants season ticket holder. Predeceased by his brother, John M. Bay, he is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Deidre Lesage Bay, his children Willow Bay and husband Robert A. Iger, Kacey Bay and husband Nick Pappas, and Eric M. Bay and his seven grandchildren: Max and William Iger, Carlin and Nicholas Pappas, Savannah, Isabella and Emma Bay. Memorial Visitation will be held at Frank E. Campbell "The Funeral Chapel," 81st Street and Madison Avenue, on Thursday from 5pm-8pm. Prayer Service will take place at 7pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Thomas More Church, 65 East 89th Street, on Friday 10am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made In Memory of Gene Bay to Mary Manning Walsh Nursing Home, 1339 York Avenue, NY 10021.
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Maureen Dooley-Elmaleh
November 29, 2016
It is with deep sadness that I learn of Gene's death. He was always bigger than life to me. He was very kind, strong and a brilliant man. I will miss him. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the extended Bay family. Much Love, Maureen, Jacques, Andre and Brigitte.
July 12, 2016
I met Gene 7 years ago when I became a Resident member of The New York Athletic Club and every time i saw Gene he had a smile and a warm greeting for me! If a person is lucky enough to meet as fine and true a Gentleman as Gene than consider yourself blessed as i do. My sincere condolences to The Bay family.
Rudy DiLieto
New York, New York
Jim Berrien
June 23, 2016
A second father to me, world class father to his kids, a pal, a mentor, a drinking buddy, role model. No one stands taller that Gene
June 23, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Eugene Bay. There are no words to ease the pain of losing your dear husband. May you find peace and comfort from the God of all tender mercy and strength from your family and friend in the days ahead.
Joe Kelly
June 23, 2016
Gene was truly a Mentor to me and a great friend for 37 years. It was always such a pleasure to "Check-In", with Gene, because he cared! He lit up the room, and was was a genuine Icon in the media/advertising business. We all loved and respected this Great man. Peace be with you Dear Friend..
Bernard Dworkin
June 23, 2016
Gene was a kind, respectful and smart man, who I got to know when he was a member of the Board of our coop. I regret that we did not know each other for a much longer time.
Jill Moore
June 22, 2016
I had the pleasure of being in Gene's company with my brother, Jack Grant. He was kind, friendly, and dynamic. He supported our family in a time of grief, and we have always been grateful to him. He has been a mentor, confidante, and dear friend to Jack. I have heard countless wonderful and touching stories of their friendship. My heartfelt sympathy and those of my family go out to his family.
Tamara Bay
June 22, 2016
You will always be larger than life to us.
Tamara Bay and Parker Broussard
Bob Butera
June 22, 2016
64years of beautiful friendship, never a negative word about anyone, an uplifting friend, thanks Gene, you taught me so much.
marcia schuster
June 22, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 22, 2016
I had the great pleasure of knowing Gene Bay at the NYAC over more than 30 years. Gene always had a friendly greeting, a smile and warm handshake for one and all. He was immensely proud of his family, a great athlete and a true blue Giants fan. Gene was a true gentleman in the best sense of the word. I and many others will miss him greatly.
Trace Stout
Philip Grella
June 22, 2016
Thank you Gene for your friendship, great advice, and for the kindness and support you always showed us! You'll be missed!
Mark S. Reilly
June 21, 2016
A wonderful friend & great mentor, Gene will be missed by many.
Anthony L. Troyani
June 21, 2016
The few times I had occasion to see Gene, my cousins husband, he was someone that easy to talk with and made me feel as though i knew him always. He will be greatly missed by myself and Betty.
Jack Grant
June 21, 2016
Gene is an iconic figure for so many people who's lives he touched. His leadership and inspiration paved the way for me and many others that had the privilege to work with him and to call him a friend. His legacy will live on in our hearts.
Teri Noel Towe
June 21, 2016
A wonderful human being! Every inch a gentleman! A man of the highest integrity! I am grateful that he honored me with his friendship, and, going forward, will treasure the memories that I have of the many fun times I had with him.
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