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Sammy Baird Obituary
March 5, 1941 -
October 8, 2024
Mr. Sammy Stuart Baird, of Piney Flats, age 83, passed away Tuesday October 8, 2024. Sam was born in Johnson City, TN on March 5, 1941 to the late Rom and Edith Baird. (Bluff City, TN)
He was a member of Piney Flats United Methodist Church where he served in many positions. He graduated from Buff City High School and East Tennessee State University. He played Baseball at each school for 4 years. He retired from Sullivan County Health Department. He loved coaching little league baseball and playing golf with his friends.
Survivors include his wife, Judy Baird, Piney Flats. One Daughter, Edie Gouge and Son-in-law, Lee Gouge, Elizabethton. One son, Kevin Scott Baird and Daughter-in-law, Jennifer Baird, Irmo, South Carolina. Two Grandchildren, John Gouge, Johnson City and Alex Gouge, Elizabethton.
A celebration of life will be held at Piney Flats UMC at a later date.
The Family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at American House, Johnson City and the staff at NHC Johnson City.
Memories and condolences may be shared with
the family via https://www.morrisbaker.com/ Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 E. Oakland Ave., Johnson City, is serving the Baird family. (423) 282-1521.
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Sandra Warren Hunter
October 17, 2024
Judy,so sorry to hear of Sam´s death.remembering your dating Sam during our college years
Mary Kaylor
October 16, 2024
Judy, I am so sorry to hear about Sam. I extend my sincere condolences and pray that you God will grant you peace and comfort as you work through your grief.
Gail Thomas Cross and Jim Cross
October 15, 2024
I am sorry to see that Sammy has passed away. My husband Jim always talked about the days of playing baseball. Also, I remember Scott and want to extend my sympathy to him and the rest of the family, especially Judy.
Hazel Thomas
October 14, 2024
Judy and family,
I am so thankful for having time with you and Sam in Sunday school and church. My prayer is that God will sustain you in this time of grief Love, Hazel Thomas
Annamarie
October 14, 2024
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to get to know Mr. Baird. We miss him. From the staff of American House Johnson City.
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October 13, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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