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Timothy Bair Obituary
West Manchester Twp. - Timothy L. "Timmy" Bair, age 65, of West Manchester Township, York, died at 3:02 PM Monday, September 24, 2018 at his residence after a courageous 21 month battle with glioblastoma. He was the husband of Kim S. (Swartz) Bair.
Born March 11, 1953 in York, he was a son of Richard L. and Mary Ellen (Berkheimer) Bair of York. Mr. Bair recently retired after 29 years of service with the York City Department of Fire and Rescue Services. He was among the first graduating class of Firefighters to complete the Harrisburg Area Community College Fire Academy. He had also been employed at the York County Fire School where he worked as their Program Support Specialist for 14 years. Mr. Bair was a lifetime member of the Vigilant Social Club, a member of the International Association of Firefighters IAFF Local 627 and retirees, Lincoln Fire Company, the IAFF Local 627 Honor Guard, and a member of the York City Firemen's Relief Association. Timmy was well known for his sense of humor and was a mentor to many.
In addition to his wife of 31 years and his parents, Mr. Bair is survived by three children, Nicholas L. Bair, and his wife Christin, of York, Sarah A. Lutz, and her husband Ron, of Annville, and Rachel E. Bair of York; five grandchildren, Rian, Rebecca, Cade, Carter, and Isaac; two brothers, Douglas M. Bair, and his wife Annamarie of Harrisburg, and Rodney L. Bair, and his wife Rebecca of Dover; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service to celebrate Timmy's life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Saint Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church, 839 West Market Street, York, with The Rev. Keith Fair, officiating. Visitation will be 9-11:00 AM. Kuhner Associates Funeral Directors, Inc., 863 South George Street, York, is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Care Associates of York, 25 Monument Road, Suite 294, York, PA 17403 or to the York County SPCA, 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, York, PA 17406.
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Marty & Kim Wilt
September 19, 2021
It´s so hard to believe that it´s been three years already. Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of Tim´s Family members.
Shirley,Judy,Jay&Jill Johnson
October 1, 2018
Our prayers are with you all. BJ's family will always remember the great times at the Beer place! You were a true friend to all. It has been a blessing to us to have known you! God Bless!
October 1, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Martha & Thom Weller
September 29, 2018
So thankful we called Tim a friend, a cheerful laugh, a funny story, a wild adventure, he'd surely make you laugh no matter the circumstance. The world will surely miss him. The memories will keep us smiling, thanks for them Timmy.
September 28, 2018
We offer our condolences. We pray in your behalf, and we offer the hope of welcoming back our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29
CAROL SCHINTZ
September 28, 2018
To all the Bair family ,
Tim made us smile whenever we saw him.
We wish you peace and many happy memories.
Carol Schintz
Jeff Joy
September 27, 2018
To the Bair family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Tim was a wonderful person.
He always made everyone smile even when everything around us was on fire or dangerous.
I loved talking with him and hearing his stories that always ended with a laugh.
He told me that he wanted to retire and work at Disney world as a character.
How fitting that would have been since he spent his life helping people and making them smile.
Thank you for sharing him with us, we are all blessed by knowing him.
Jeff
September 26, 2018
What a very special person! You touched so many people with your great personality! You will always hold a place in my heart!
Kim Wilt
September 26, 2018
Tim and Kim were each other's strength. It was so easy to see that they were not only husband and wife, but also the best of friends. ❤ I truly believe it's what carried them through this whole terrible ordeal... They were so very blessed to have each other for strength... Much love to you Kim, and to your children and grandchildren. Rely on your wonderful memories
Phil & Theda Breighner
September 26, 2018
Timmy You were always full of fun and laughs. A great guy to be around. I'm betting You could coach the soft ball team up there. Rest in Peace my friend.
Condolences and prayers to Kim and family.
Anne & Jeff Nixdorf
September 26, 2018
Kim,
Prayers of comfort for you and your family. God bless.
Jessica Hovis
September 26, 2018
What a wonderful friend and firefighter. It has been a blessing to know you. You will be greatly missed. Prayers to your family
john a mcwatters jr
September 26, 2018
will miss Tim at the gym he was a great person !!!!
September 26, 2018
So sorry for the loss of your beloved may the God of all comfort be with the family Phillipians 4:6,7 and the resurection 1 Thessalonians 4:14
CE
diane heltzel
September 26, 2018
Kim and Rachel - So very sorry for your loss.
Well wishes and prayers being sent your way
Tim was such a wonderful person - his warm smile will be missed
Love Diane and Becca Heltzel
Denni Heiges
September 26, 2018
The world is a little darker without Tim's light. He made any time spent with him feel like a party. Everyone who was lucky enough to know him will miss him and his goodness and sense of humor. To Kim, Rachel, Sarah and Nick and the rest of his family, I hope your happy memories will help to sustain you during this difficult time. Sending you my deepest condolences and keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard Lehr
September 26, 2018
Rest in Peace Timmy. Keep them on their toes up there & keep them laughing!
September 26, 2018
May the God of comfort grant you peace during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Christopher Ferro
September 26, 2018
Angela and I are so sorry for your loss. Tim was a great guy with an infectious personality. It was hard not to be happy and to smile and laugh when he was around. We are glad , through Rachel, he became an extended member of our law firm's family. He fought a great final battle.
Kenneth E Warren Sr
September 26, 2018
A great guy.always had fun with him.always had a laugh.i never experienced a bad side with him.always teased him about Kim getting new cars and he had the Chevy Corsica for many years.i had the pleasure of working on his vehicles.he was truly a great person and impacted many people with his jokes and personality.he is going to be missed deeply.
John Orendorff
September 26, 2018
To the Bair family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult and sad time.
Ken and Peggy Ann Smith
September 25, 2018
Kim and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You have all fought a good fight, and now Tim is cured. Once again your life is changing. Cherish all the good times in your hearts and minds. Lean on each other and your friends as you grieve. May God grant you comfort and peace in the times ahead.
Randy and Christine Fogle
September 25, 2018
Always had a smile, a family friend for years, he will be dearly missed , our heartfelt condolences to all the families,and his many friends
Becky Downing
September 25, 2018
After a long shift with both of our dept's having seen not so pleasant circumstances, we'd drop in at the firehouse and Tim would always make us smile, no laugh, at some kind of crazy thing. It never stopped. He loved life. He was a joy to be around. He will be missed.
Lyn Krebs
September 25, 2018
His smile and his hugs...
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