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John Bair Obituary
John Edward Bair, Sr., 72, of Higganum, husband of Camille "Bookie" (Carlson) Bair, died Friday, February 6, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Huntingdon, PA, the son of the late Stanley and Betty (Winnick) Bair. John was a veteran serving with the US Marines. Prior to his retirement, he worked for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. He loved the outdoors and was an avid boater. John is survived by his wife, Camille, children, John Bair, Jr., and his wife Theresa of Higganum, Brittany Hall of New Britain, Charlie Bair of Higganum, brother Larry Bair of East Hampton, six grandchildren, David Bair, Natalie Melendez, Zoey Hall, Jabriell Melendez, Max Bair, and Josephine Bair; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tiger and Yvonne Carlson of Higganum. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert M. Bair. "If you knew him, you have your own stories." Visitation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 15th, from 2 to 4 p.m., followed by a military funeral honors service at 4 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Those who wish may send memorial contributions in John's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Jim D'Antonio
February 16, 2026
RIP John, BaitHookin memories
Fremont Dickerman
February 15, 2026
I worked with John many years at Pratt, great guy and friend. Will be missed, RIP my friend.
Jeffrey strang
February 15, 2026
Our sincere sympathy to John´s family, we worked with him and enjoyed seeing him out on our boats, he was certainly a fun guy to be around! Jeff & Carleen Casserino Strang
Heather Smith
February 13, 2026
I have too many memories of John, and I don’t know where to begin. I loved his burning’s, his ingenuity, his spaghetti pie, his family and friendship..
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Frank Checko
February 13, 2026
RIP my Union brother and Bait hook brother. Many good laughs and stories. Every time I hear bagpipes play, I will think of Bean head ❤ My condolences to the Family
Paul Marino
February 13, 2026
Sorry to hear of John’s passing. My condolences
Candace Lamoureux
February 11, 2026
I’m so sorry to hear the news Bookie. Thinking of you
Mary Hartson
February 11, 2026
Bookie: I'm so very sorry for the loss of John Bair He was such a kindhearted soul Bless U
Renee Alonzo
February 10, 2026
Camille. I am so sorry to learn about John’s passing.. You are in my prayers..
Patrick Barber
February 10, 2026
Worked with John at Prat & Whitney. He was a great guy to be around. Will miss him at the retires breakfasts.
My condolences to his family & friends.
Rob Badin
February 9, 2026
So many stories. He was a great friend and coworker. Always willing to help. To know John is to love him. His memory will keep him alive in our hearts. My condolences to John´s family and many friends. RIP John.
Joseph lacombe
February 9, 2026
RIP
MaryAnn Shampang
February 9, 2026
So Sorry To Hear Of John’s Passing ! Sending Condolences All My Thoughts And Prayers At This Difficult Time !
MaryAnn Shampang
February 9, 2026
So Sorry To Hear Of John Passing ! I worked With John At PWA For Many Years! All My Thoughts And prayers Are With John´s Family And Friends At This Difficult Time !!
Colleen Kerr
February 9, 2026
So sorry to hear this. My condolences to the family. John was a coworker for many years. He always had a funny story to tell. I vaguely remember him telling me he took the kids in a boat trip under the streets of Hartford. May all your memories help you through this hard time.
Dave Nowak
February 9, 2026
It was fun times living just a few houses away. Always enjoyed sharing Christmas tree fires amongst others at each other's homes. RIP John.
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