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1944
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2018
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William Laird Obituary
Dr. Laird ("Bill" to his many friends) was born September 19, 1944 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to the late William Warring Laird and Gertrude Greer Laird. He was a graduate of the University of Toronto Medical School, and following completion of his medical degree and residency, moved to Charlotte where he established his plastic surgery practice and spent more than 25 years loving every minute of his work--which truly sought to improve the lives of his many patients.
Dr. Laird is survived by his daughter, Shannon Amra of Raleigh, son-in-law Raed, grandson Zeino, and grandaughter Sumaya. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Mary Laird of London, Ontario, nephew Laird Comber of Toronto, niece Tricia Comber of Toronto, nephew Robert Laird of Lethbridge, Alberta, nephew Colin Laird of Seattle, Washington, and niece Heather Drew of London, Ontario.
Dr. Laird was preceded in death by his son, William Warring Laird, brother Robert Laird, and sister Kathy Avery.
Dr. Laird was a beloved father, proud grandfather, uncle, friend, neighbor, and surgeon. He had fidgety hands, a mischievous laugh, and a booming voice. You usually heard him before you saw him. He loved his family and marveled over his grandchildren. After an incredible medical career and a lifelong love affair with golf, Dr. Laird had in recent years slowed down and learned to appreciate life's simple pleasures. He loved good food, World War II movies, and was always an avid student of history. He also loved watching Lawrence Welk on Saturday nights and debating politics with his daughter. His warmth and sense of humor will be sorely missed by those who knew him, and his family feels his loss most acutely.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Transitions LifeCare Hospice, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.
Dr. Laird's family will be holding a memorial service for him on Sunday, August 19th at 2pm at McEwen Funeral Home at 10500 Park Road in Charlotte. All are welcome.
Condolences may be sent to www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com
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Julie
September 17, 2023
Awwww I did not know!!!!
What a great surgeon he was!!! He was an artist with the face!!!
Julie Grindstaff
Christina Zino Lea Stewart
June 18, 2020
I just happened to look Bill up on line and I am very saddened to see this obituary.
The first time I met Bill was for a consultation and immediately felt comfortable in my decision to choose him. I got to know Bill as a friend after my surgery. He was a superior surgeon and loved every minute of it! He was a beautiful person inside and out! May you Rest In Peace Bill and I hope to see you again one day!
Christina Zino
Jennifer stancil
April 8, 2019
Hello, Dr. Laird took care of me when I was 5 in 1981. I had been hit by a truck and none of the other doctors knew what to do to help me. Dr. Laird walked through the middle of the puzzle doctors and took over. I will always remember the great care he took of me. I'm very sorry for your loss. I was just looking up his name online to send him a card and sadly found his obituary. He was a very special man.
December 29, 2018
Bill was a clinic mate all thru Medical School. He was a good friend......we will all miss him.
John Hammett U of Toronto Meds 1968
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JOHN GREER
August 17, 2018
The Greer's in Canada offer our Sincere Condolences to all of Bill's family !
Our limited time getting to know each other later in life was a real pleasure.
Sure wished we lived closer !
Bill lived life to the fullest.
All Our Love !
John, Paula, Sydney & Jordan
August 13, 2018
Bill was great fun and a good golf buddy--condolences to his family-- Ed Easton
Wilma Burleson
August 13, 2018
Dr. Laird was an awesome plastic surgeon. May you be blessed during this time of loss of your loved one.
Teresa Whitlock Driggers
August 13, 2018
I will remember Dr. Laird with fondness for his compassion and humor to me. He stitched up my nose from an auto accident and declared when he released me "fine job, if I say so myself". This was about 40 years ago. Deepest sympathies in your loss.
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