Raymond "Gar" Garfield Baird

Nov 8, 1928 – Sept 11, 2022

It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of our dad Gar in his 94th year. Dad was surrounded by his family as he went to be with his wife Lorraine who was the love of his life for over 70 years. Loving father to Debbie Hughes, Gord Baird and Brenda O’Marra (Tim). Predeceased by his son Bill Baird. Cherished grandfather of Kristen, Tyler, Kennedy (Dan), Josh, Seannie and great grandfather to Hardin. Survived by his sister Betty Deck (late Peter) and brother Gord Baird (Laurie). Gar was predeceased by his siblings Billy Baird, Cleatus Phillips, Ethel Thompson and his parents Gordon and Peggy Baird. Dad was a Pressman at the Peterborough Examiner for 45 years, and would always take the time to make a paper hat when ever you asked for one. Dad owned and operated a driving school for many years. Dad was an amazing bowler and more than once had a perfect game. Dad and mom loved to go to the horse races and he was always up for a game of cribbage or euchre anytime. Dad had many favourite sayings…”well, on the other hand there’s four fingers and a thumb” and “I go to a round church so the devil can’t corner me” these and many many more, and none of his children or grandchildren could master his legendary “knuckle knock!”

Dad…Your guiding hand

Will remain on our shoulder forever.

Until we meet again

We love you.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Peterborough Humane Society or Lakefield Animal Welfare Society. There will be a private service at Comstock-Kaye Life Celebration Centre. A public celebration of Gars life will be held Sept 18 at 2 p.m. at the home of Brenda and Tim O’Marra at 2880 Jennifer Dr., Peterborough, ON. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.comstockkaye.com for the Baird family.