Name: Visitation for Bruce Baird III
Start: 2017-01-13T15:30:00.000Z
End: 2017-01-13T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church

Bruce Baird III, age 68, a lifelong resident of New Orleans passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family after fighting a courageous two year battle with cancer. Born on July 16, 1948, he was an avid computer entrepreneur and co-founded his first computer company in 1970. The last 12 years of his life he was CEO of InfoSystem, LLC, a computer networking consulting firm. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Marcia Elizabeth Ryniker; sons Robert Wesley Baird and Stuart Winfield Baird; daughter Margaret Elizabeth Baird; granddaughter Isabel Emay Baird; grandsons Easton Lamar Baird, and Andrew Devine Baird; brothers Warren Buchanan Baird and wife Wanda, and Robert Claiborne Baird and wife Penny; sister Emay Bonnie Baird Boyd. He is preceded in death by his parents Bruce Baird Jr. and Emay Hart Buchanan Baird. Bruce was a graduate of Sam Barthe School for Boys, De La Salle High School, attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana and Tulane University. Bruce was a convert to Catholic faith and was active in the Blessed Mother's devotion with the St Joan of Arc Prayer Warriors of New Orleans and an altar boy at St. Patrick's Church. He also participated in the "Lord Teach Me to Pray Program". He was a retreatant at Manresa in Covent, Louisiana. He was also active with the "The Love of God World Wide". Bruce was a member of several Carnival organizations. Friends and family are invited to attend celebration of Bruce's life at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church 6367 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118 on Friday January 13th. Visitation will begin at 9:30am followed by Mass at 11am. Interment will be at Lafayette #1 1416 Washington Ave, New Orleans immediately following the ceremony. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Touro Infirmary Foundation, 1401 Foucher St, New Orleans, LA 70115. Donations will go towards the future costs associated with treatment of Cancer. Guestbook at www.greenwoodfh.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jan. 11 to Jan. 13, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Baird

25 Entries

Cher Cheatham (Haile)

April 17, 2024

Our little gang of the late Sandy Brown, the late Jack Denis, Sandy Chalstrom, Bruce, and me had so many wonderful times in our late teen years as good friends together. I was so stunned and saddened to hear of Bruce´s passing, only recently, now, too. He was a dear buddy, a funny, great pal to hang around with, and I know he is sorely missed by all who knew him. Our little uptown gang has dwindled down to just me now, but I know they are all together in heaven still having such a fun fellowship. So sadly missed here.

Jim Denis

January 5, 2020

Bruce was good friend of my brother Jack who has now passed. Bruce was always a nice person with a very hospitable personality, a gentleman who was always good company to be around. It was always a pleasure to be around Bruce. He was just a great guy that everyone liked. Will always miss him. Thank you for this opportunity to share my feelings...
Jim Denis

George Soulé McConnell

January 21, 2017

I was sorry to hear of Bruce's passing! I pray that God will bring the family comfort during this time of loss!

Dr John J Colomb III

January 17, 2017

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

The Clark Family

January 16, 2017

Sincere condolences from the Clark Family of Madisonville, LA. There no sorrow that God can not heal.

Gerald Hanafy

January 16, 2017

I haven't seen Bruce for many years, but I have very fond memories of Bruce from our high school days. I wish to express my sincere condolences to the entire Baird family.

January 15, 2017

Sorry for your loss. Our kind and loving God promises to comfort and fortify you because he cares.
~ 1 Peter 5:6, 7

Suzanne Adams

January 13, 2017

Marcia,
So sorry for your loss. May the good Lord wrap His loving arms around Bruce as he is welcomed into his heavenly home. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this difficult time.May God bless.
Suzanne Adams

D Brown

January 13, 2017

I send my condolences to the Baird family my the god of comfort you during the difficult time and know that God cares for you

Randy Pistorius

January 13, 2017

Meg and family,

Once again sorry for your loss

January 13, 2017

Marcia, I worked with Bruce for many years in Biloxi. Loved his sense of humor. He was such a great co-worker and always had a way to make you smiLie. I can't pass by a Popeyes without thinking of him. I can see him walking in with that Popeyes bag. So many good memories. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Prudence

Dev O'Reilly

January 13, 2017

Marcia & Family:

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce, I knew of his issue, but was hoping for a miracle. Bruce was a wonderful person and a long time friend.. Bruce was kind, compassionate, a true friend and gentleman. There are few people like him in today's world. Please extend my sympathy to your family and let them know that I am sharing your grief at our loss.

January 13, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14. L Ohio

Jim Denis

January 13, 2017

Went to Sam Barthe many years ago with Bruce. Bruce and my brother (Jack Denis) went good friends for many years. Bruce was ALWAYS a pleasure to be around, just a really terrific guy who would always go the extra mile. Rest In Peace my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Renetta Williams

January 13, 2017

Treasure the good memories of your loved one while the God of tender mercy comforts you.

RYAN WILLIAMS

January 13, 2017

WILL MISS YOU AND THE POOL GAMES WE PLAYED

Joe Simon

January 12, 2017

A good friend - from Valencia, to college, to work, and to retirement lunches. Always a laugh and always a pleasure. I'll miss this good friend.

Candy Ulmer Cranch

January 12, 2017

Bruce was always such a kind and caring true friend. Many happy memories. Sending Love and Prayers. Candy and Steven and our Family

January 12, 2017

My sincere sympathy to your family. May the God of all comfort be with your family in your time of grief.

Joe Diamond

January 12, 2017

Bruce was our IT person where I work- he was one of the best computer guru's I've ever met-and a genuine kind person-thoughts and prayers to the family

January 12, 2017

Thinking of you and sending my love. Alexandra Gatti

S. B.

January 12, 2017

To the Baird Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear one. May the " God of all comfort " be with you and fill your hearts with wonderful memories of Bruce to cherish.

Sarah Sharp

January 12, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Baird family.

Henry and Helen Cooper

January 12, 2017

My favorite BruceBaird memory is when I became aware that Bruce ,
as a wedding Usher when Henry and i got married ,
was making everyone laugh. Instead of asking "Do you want
to sit on the Bride's side or the Groom's side? " , Bruce was asking
" Do you want to sit on the Valencia side or the 9o'clocks side?"
....tooo fun!!!
Hugs,
Helen

Eric & Anna Spangenberg

January 11, 2017

We are so sorry for his passing, too early! Eric has so many memories of good times and much fun and laughter. We will both remember his good heart and quick smile. He will be missed as a good friend and colleague.
Your family will be continually in our prayers.

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