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Thomas Morgan Baird Sr

1942 - 2013

Thomas Morgan Baird Sr obituary, 1942-2013, Plano, TX

BORN

1942

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Ted Dickey West Funeral Home

7990 Geo Bush Turnpike

Dallas, Texas

Thomas Baird Obituary

Thomas Morgan Baird, a man with a heart of gold and soft as a teddy bear slipped into the arms of his Lord on July 20, after a brief illness with his family surrounding him. If you didn't know him well, you would not know this. He was a native Texan born in Houston on 9-18-42 and went to California to live with his parents Walter and Opal Baird when he was a few weeks old. He and his family lived throughout the oil producing areas of the states while his father was employed with GSI (forerunner of TI). When it was time for Thom to enter kindergarten, the family moved to Fort Worth where he lived until he graduated from the Fort Worth schools. He married Sondra Kay Dewey in 1966 and two children were born to this union, Thomas Jr. and Brooke. They were the light of his life and he supported them unconditionally. One of those lights was extinguished in June, 1998 and in his grief he saw to it that Brooke's legacy lived on with an endowed scholarship at TCU. His motto was, "I can give my children two things: unconditional love and an education." He endowed them with his generosity for their many passions, financially and emotionally. Thom began working for Lincoln National Life in 1975, attaining "Rookie of the Year" and never questioned his career choice. He earned his CLU designation in 1979. Thom established his own agency, Planning Services, in 1987. He tutored his son in the business for 20 years with ethics that are unsurpassed. He enjoyed politics and was supportive of many candidates. He was proud of their accomplishments referring too many of them as his extended family. In particular, Thom referred to one family's children as his "pseudo" grandchildren and indulged them. Thank you Laura and John for the pleasure you gave him. Thom was active in the Collin County Republican Party, worked in many campaign and served as a precinct chairman and elections judge. He served on the Collin County grand jury 3 times with a passion, twice serving as foreman. Thom's love of traveling the world was only surpassed by the planning that went into the endeavor. In a few words, "he lived life large." He loved taking his grandchildren on trips. He is survived by his wife, Kay, son Tom Jr. and his wife Kelly and 2 wonderful grandchildren, Stephen and Christopher. In addition, he is survived by his sister Ann and her family, and many extended family members. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6 until 9pm at the Ted Dickey West Funeral Home. Entombment will be 11am Wednesday at Ridgeview Memorial Park followed by a memorial service at 2pm at the First Christian Church of Plano. A reception will follow the service. His beloved friend and former Pastor Dr. Mike McConachie will officiate. The family suggests remembrances to the Brooke Dewey Baird Scholarship at TCU, 2800 Stadium Dr. TCU Box 297420 Fort Worth, Texas 76129.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 20, 2013.

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August 3, 2013

Kay:

John and I send you our love and prayers at this time of great sorrow and loss. We will never forget the support you and Thom gave us in our business. Your ongoing loyalty and presence defined friendship for us in so many ways. We know Thom is with his beloved Brooke, and in that we take some solace. May you find eventual peace with his departure and comfort in the love he provided for his family, his one true compass.

With sorrow in our hearts,
John Ingram and Deborah Lloyd

Frances Dewey-Watson

July 23, 2013

Kay and Family,

Our prayers are with you. Lonnie and I loved Tom and you so much and we will miss talking to Tom. Remember how much Lonnie and Tom loved their politics and now Lonnie will have to find someone else to talk to about them. God has blessed Tom so much by not making him suffer a long time like Henry had to suffer. I know this is so hard on you and the kids. You may not realize it now but you will realize later how blessed Tom and you have been. I went through many months watching your Uncle Henry suffer and it was hard to see him suffer so much. Our love always, Aunt Frances and Lonnie.

Claudio Tamburri

July 23, 2013

Kay and family, I am so sorry for your loss. It has been a privilege to have known such a kind, generous and gentle man. You are all in my thoughts.

Walter French

July 23, 2013

Kay and Family.....Just wanted to give my condolences to you guys Mr. Baird was one of a kind. You guys got it right he was a BIGGO TEDDY BEAR once you got to know him. He Loved and cared for you guys a lifetime and not to forget His Scruffys as well.
You guys are in my Prayers.

Amy Parker

July 23, 2013

Kay, Tom, and Kelly-
I am so sorry for your loss. Thom was kind and extremely generous to me through my time working for you. I will never forget what a huge heart he had. He truly was like a second father to me.

Ben & Rebecca Smith

July 23, 2013

Kay and family, we love you and are here for you if you need anything. Thom was a remarkable man who contributed so much to our community - and he was a wonderful friend to many - he will be greatly missed.

Terry Luna

July 23, 2013

My sincere condolences to the Baird family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bekah Hawhee

July 23, 2013

Kay, Tom, Kelly and boys ... Thank you for the opportunity to work with Thom through the years. He truly was a special man with a heart of gold. He will be missed by all that knew him. Please know that God has his hand in all things and he was with Thom through his short battle. With deepest sympathy ...

Myra Clemans

July 23, 2013

Kay - I just went through the photo gallery and was so touched. Words can't express my sorrow for your loss. Heartfelt condolences to you, Tom Jr and Kelly and the rest of your family.

Jack Plummer

July 22, 2013

We were in the first grade class through sixth grade, junior high school, and at graduation in high school. Thom lived down the street from me in Fort Worth and I have many fond memories of our childhood and friendship. I will never forget when Thom got a brand new Morris Minor for graduation and we tried to see how high we could get that car in the air by jumping this railroad track.
It was great seeing him again at the 1960 Graduation Class Luncheons we have at Pulido's.
God bless you Thom and may you rest in Peace.

Tasha Stafford

July 22, 2013

Kay- My sincere condolences to you and family during this time of sudden lost and bereavement. Look to God for strength and encouragement during this time. He will give you peace that surpasses all understanding. My prayers are with you and yours.

July 22, 2013

Kay, I am so sorry or your loss and hope and pray for strength and peace in the years ahead.you are always in my heart and my thoughts.
Nazila Farzaneh

Pat Riehn

July 22, 2013

Kay - Melisa called me this morning and I am so sorry to hear about Tom. I have been there and done that - as you know. Please let me know if I can ever do anything for you. We have been friends for many, many years now.
Pat Riehn

Jim Harper

July 22, 2013

Thom was well loved by all who got to know him well. I count myself as one of the lucky ones who could say that he was very generious of his time and where with all for the politics he loved so much. Kay was by his side in his many endeavors.

Ray Cotton

July 22, 2013

Kay, I am so sorry about the passing of your husband and will be praying for the strength of you and your family.

Angel Scott

July 22, 2013

Kay, Tom, Kelly and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Teri Kale

July 22, 2013

I was lucky to work with all of you at Planning Services for many years and was lucky to get to know the "real" Thom. He was a sweetheart of a man -- A big bear of a man but kind and honest and ethical to the core. He will truly be missed. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers and I know you will be comforted by your wonderful memories of Thom.

Gayla Mills

July 22, 2013

Kay, Tom, Kelly and family, so sorry for your loss. Thom will be missed by so many. I'm glad I got to know him both professionally and personally. Prayers for all of you to find comfort and peace.

Terri Jones

July 22, 2013

I am deeply saddened at Thom's passing. As his Respiratory Therapist for several years I grew to know what a wonderful, giving man he was. Quick with humor and a kind word, even when asked to do things he didn't enjoy during his therapy. He was a true Texas gentleman. I am grateful to have known him. My deepest sympathy to the entire Baird family for their loss.

Jessie Quick

July 22, 2013

Kay, Tom, Kelly & Family--you have my deepest sympathy. I pray that your hearts will be comforted with happy & loving memories of Thom.

Colleen Neumayer

July 22, 2013

Kay, Tom, Kelly & family, I am so sorry for your loss Thom was a great man. I enjoyed working with him but more importantly just talking with him about life. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike Cole

July 22, 2013

So sorry to hear the news. Our prayers and hearts go out the family.
We will be in attendance at the funeral. God is certainly resting his soul.

Mike Cole

Daryl Barkley

July 22, 2013

Although I haven't seen Thom in many years, I have always remembered what a good guy he was and it was a pleasure to work with him. My condolences to the entire Baird family.

Kelly Fuller

July 22, 2013

Sorry for the loss of your sweet Thom. He was such a a good man. I will miss him coming into the office. My thoughts and prayers to you Kay and your family at such a time of sadness.

Gail Wine

July 22, 2013

So sorry for your loss.

Elizabeth Tamburri Elder & family

July 21, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to the Baird family. No words can ease the sadness in your hearts, but we hope that love showered upon you in this time can bring you some comfort. All our love,

AHHS Class of 1959

July 21, 2013

Our thoughts are with the Baird Family at this time of sadness.

July 20, 2013

Tommie was a great friend at W. C. Stripling and Arlington Heights. I can still see him in a Hornets band uniform at Stripling, like it was several weeks ago. My kindest thoughts and prayers are with his family.

David Erskine

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Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Ted Dickey West Funeral Home

7990 Geo Bush Turnpike, Dallas, TX 75252

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Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

First Christian Church of Plano

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Ridgeview Memorial Park

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7990 Geo Bush Turnpike, Dallas, TX 75252

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