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Bill LAIRD Obituary

LAIRD, Bill "Papa" Passed away peacefully on December 26, 2015 at the age of 94. He was cherished by his dear lady friend, Carol O'Donnell, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was thought by all to be the sweetest man alive. Please join Bill's family in celebrating his life at 1:00 p.m. Friday January 15th, at The Orchard Club House, 1945 Piner Rd.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Press Democrat from Jan. 12 to Jan. 15, 2016.

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January 16, 2016

Sorry I missed the memorial! Sending my love to the family. Yvonne King

Jill Brady

January 14, 2016

Dear Sheri and Family, so sorry to hear this sad news, but your dad was such a great man and will be missed by all, our thought and prayers are with you and your family always, It was a privilege to have met your daddy, always so kind and happy. God Bless, Love Jeff and Jill Brady

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