Andrew Blair Baird Jr.
September 30, 1937 – July 15, 2024
Andrew Blair Baird Jr., 87, of Waitsfield, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. Born in Plainfield Vermont, on September 30, 1937, he was the son of the late Andrew Blair Baird Sr. and Gertrude B. (Fowler) Baird.
Andy graduated from Waitsfield High School in 1955, where the sports of basketball and baseball were his passion. After high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force Police in Greece, from1957 to 1960. He returned to the Mad River Valley and joined his father working in the family business Baird Sawmill on Route 17 in Waitsfield. During the winter months, he would bartend at the Mad River Glen ski area.
Andy's life was rich with hobbies and interests reflected in his nature and travels. He was also passionate about cruising in his vintage 1977 Mercurys (that's right two of them). He can also boast about hiking the Long Trail end to end with his family. He also enjoyed fly fishing, bowling, hunting, and watching his favorite baseball team – the New York Dodgers. He also enjoyed going to The Mutuo in Barre,Vermont, the company of friends, and eating a good meal. He was a member of the Barre Lodge of Elks #1535, the American Legion, and the Waitsfield Federated Church.
Andy is survived by his daughter Mistylee Baird, two sons James A. Baird, and Andrew B. Baird III. He will be sorely missed by his grandchildren Andrew B. Baird IV, Alexander J. Baird, Carleigh H. Baird, and Kelly L. Baird, and two great-grandchildren, Lailla Erin Baird and Weston Orion Cosentino.
At this time, the Baird Family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during this time as well the care and kindness of Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Andy's honor on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at noon at Couples Club Field in Waitsfield. For those who wish memorial gifts would be appreciated to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, at www.cvhhh.org. to send online condolences visit www.perkinsparker.com
