William Cummins "Bill" Baird, Jr.
September 3, 1925 ~ August 4, 2015
William Cummins "Bill" Baird, Jr., 89, of Weirton, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at his home. Born September 3, 1925 in Mahaffey, PA, he was a son of the late William C. Baird, Sr. and Sarah Pollock Baird. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Frank, Paul, Harold and Wendell Baird and sister Betty Lauttamus.
A proud veteran of World War II, Bill served his country with the United States Army. He often spoke of the war with pride in his voice.
He had a love for flight, and would take friends and family for rides, as he piloted his piper cub out of Heron Airport. He also enjoyed his toys on the ground, as he will always be remembered for his interest in automobiles.
After a 39 year career, he retired from Weirton Steel where he worked on the Production Line in the Sheet Mill.
Mr. Baird is survived by his wife, Thelma Shrenkle Baird , whom he married on July 11, 1953; a son William C.Baird III, of Follansbee, WV; daughters, Sandra Flowers and Carol Baird, both of Weirton; a sister, Ruth Byron of Lynnwood, NJ; grandchildren, Stacy (Chris) Cullinan, Amber Baird, Breanna Baird, Ethan Baird; great-grandson Brayden Stevens and a great granddaughter on the way, Vivienne Claire Cullinan.
Private services will be held at the convenience of his family.
In lieu of flowers, Bill's family would prefer that you do a random act of kindness in his memory.
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My heart goes out to Uncle Bill’s family, he was a special man with a heart of gold and unending love for his family. My daughters we lucky to have been watched at their home in their younger years. I love your whole family and uncle Bill will be greatly missed. My heart and prayers are with
You
My dad had a heart of gold. He loved his family and would drop anything to help whomever, whenever needed. He had a love for his pets. He will be greatly missed. My parents are my best friends.
Love his daughter,
Sandra
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Bill in the Sheet Mill on #3 Galvanize Line. I was the production clerk on his crew. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sandy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I’ve known you for all these years but never had the pleasure of meeting him — he sounds like a wonderful person! I’m sure all of your memories will help you through the coming days and knowing that he is watching over all of you. May he rest in peace….
with love from your friend,
Chris
Sandy and family
Terry and I are very sorry in the passing of your lovely dad. God Bless
Susan & Terry Cullinan