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Arthur Nile “Ted” Baird

Arthur Nile “Ted” Baird, 81, of Bradenton Beach, FL, passed away on October 21, 2017, in Wilmington, DE, in the care of his loving family. He was born on February 5, 1936 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Roland and Edna Hayes-Baird.

Ted’s childhood was spent in various towns in Idaho and Utah. He graduated from Butte High School in Arco, ID, in 1954. He then enlisted in the Navy Submarine group and served a total of 20 years during the Cold War on five different submarines including: Wahoo (1954-56), Corporal (1958-59), Snook (1964-66), Lafayette (1969-72), and William H Bates (1973-74). He retired from the Navy in 1974 having achieved the rank of Master Chief. He briefly attended college at Idaho State College in Pocatello, ID, on a Phillips Petroleum scholarship, pursuing a degree in electronic engineering. Ted worked for Westinghouse as a Nuclear Engineer where he spent seven years in South Korea until 1987 as site manager of the Kori Nuclear Power facility. He moved to Millville, NJ, in 1986 and retired from Westinghouse in 1996.

After retirement, Ted loved ballroom and country-line dancing with his wife Luanne as well as playing his organ. He was a talented artist and published author. He was a member of the American Legion and Moose Lodge. Ted will be fondly remembered by family and friends worldswide and especially those at the Sandpiper Resort and in the Bradenton area.

Ted was preceded in death by his father and mother, Roland and Edna, his older brother, Roland “Ronny” Hayes, his eldest son, Arthur Nile Jr, and his grandchild Andrew John “AJ” Baird.

Ted is survived by his wife of 16 years, Luanne of Bradenton, Florida; his children, Roye (Cyndie) Baird of DeFuniak Springs, FL; Brian (Cheri) Baird of Tucson, AZ; KC (Nanette) Baird of Clearfield, UT; John (Christine) Baird of Idaho Falls, ID; Kathy (Oscar) Crober of Lockhart, TX; Reginald Baird (Bill Murphy) of San Francisco, CA; Regan (Cindy Kos) Baird of Marlton, NJ; Hart (David) Rossmeisl of Fort Washington, PA; Hayes (Mindy Courier) Baird of Clearwater, FL; Myles (Melissa Cavazos) Baird of Dallas, TX; Patti (Albert Marcacci) Schmid of Vineland, NJ; Michelle Ernst of Vineland, NJ; Mark (Amy) Ernst of Wheat Ridge, CO; Lisa (Joe) Bybel of Millville, NJ; Marlene (Curtis) Cassotis of Kernersville, NC; Lynn (Matt) Hanna of Wilmington, DE; and Eric Ernst of Vineland, NJ; his siblings Bruce (Harlene) Baird of Mud Lake, ID; Charlotte Baird of La Verkin, UT; Mike (Patsy) Baird of Idaho Falls, ID; Rick (Karen) Baird of Tremonton, UT; 19 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. BOOYAH!

Donations, in lieu of flowers, are requested for the Roser Food Pantry of Anna Maria Island, FL: http://roserchurch.com/give/.

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Ted’s family will spread his ashes among the seven seas.

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    JAMES CURTO lit a candle and writes,
    Regan and family, so sorry for your loss.
    12/07/2017 03:16 pm
    Kathy lit a candle and writes,
    Love you Forever Daddy❣
    12/07/2017 04:42 pm
    Ken and Karen Fuelleman lit a candle and writes,
    Many, many wonderful memories of our brother, Ted. He was a generous, caring, creative and kind soul and will leave a hole in the hearts of all who were fortunate to have known him. RIP, brother. You will be sorely missed.
    12/07/2017 06:16 pm
    Christine Cardot writes,
    Dear Regan and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I have so many fond memories of him and of my time spent with your family. I think if him and smile! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
    12/07/2017 09:10 pm
    B Lee lit a candle and writes,
    As our mouths speak tales of his life, his spirit will remain in our hearts forever.
    12/07/2017 09:18 pm
    Tina Thornton writes,
    You are a Special Man Ted Baird! May your bright spirit & memory live on through your loved ones, and may you have endless walks on the beaches of Heaven. ❤️
    12/08/2017 01:22 am
    Regina Hart lit a candle and writes,
    Ted was a First Class Man, always sincere and sweet to all of us.
    12/08/2017 07:57 am
    Pat and George Beyzhold writes,
    We loved Ted. He has surely left a mark in history. What a wonderful man! Pat and George.
    12/12/2017 05:17 pm
    Pat Bialek lit a candle and writes,
    Dear Luanne & family--I am so sad to have lost Ted in all of our lives! He had certainly made all our lives brighter! He will be missed by all of us & will leave an empty hole here at Sandpiper! We can't wait for you to return to us, Luanne! We miss you, as well! Love you both so much!
    12/14/2017 10:52 pm
    Joan Voyles writes,
    Luanne, I have such respect for the talents and quick smile Ted shared. For several years his were always the talk of the public art projects during the annual artsHOP events on Anna Maria Island. His art creations always exhibited such clever ideas, skill and and over all grand appearances. I am sorry for you, the family and community loss of Ted. Joan Voyles
    12/15/2017 09:57 am
    Patty Sannella lit a candle and writes,
    Dear Luanne , It was a blessing to know Ted - a dear gentleman full of life with a winning smile. He set an example with his warmth and humor. I will remember him with fond memories of my years on AMI (B6). My sincere condolences to you and the family. Patty
    12/19/2017 12:30 pm

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