Sammy Baird

Mr. Sammy Stuart Baird, of Piney Flats, age 83, passed away Tuesday October 8, 2024. Sam was born in Johnson City, TN on March 5, 1941 to the late Rom and Edith Baird. (Bluff City, TN)

He was a member of Piney Flats United Methodist Church where he served in many positions. He graduated from Buff City High School and East Tennessee State University. He played Baseball at each school for 4 years. He retired from Sullivan County Health Department. He loved coaching little league baseball and playing golf with his friends.

Survivors include his wife, Judy Baird, Piney Flats. One Daughter, Edie Gouge and Son-in-law, Lee Gouge, Elizabethton. One son, Kevin Scott Baird and Daughter-in-law, Jennifer Baird, Irmo, South Carolina. Two Grandchildren, John Gouge, Johnson City and Alex Gouge, Elizabethton.

A celebration of life and reception will be held Sunday November 10th, 2024 from 2-4 PM at Piney Flats UMC.

The Family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at American House, Johnson City and the staff at NHC Johnson City.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family via https://www.morrisbaker.com/ Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 E. Oakland Ave., Johnson City, is serving the Baird family. (423) 282-1521.