Mrs. Audrey (Hardy) Baird

September 2, 1928 - January 23, 2021

Audrey Hardy Baird passed away peacefully on January 23, 2021, with her children by her side. She was born to Warren and Dorothy Bowers Hardy on September 2, 1928. Audrey graduated from Gloversville High School and Syracuse University. She married Milton (Tinker) Baird Jr. on November 17, 1951. Though she insisted she was only known as “Tinker’s wife,” she was an accomplished woman in many ways. She was an outstanding mother, never missing an event that her children participated in. She was a treasured “Mimi” to her six granddaughters. She had a rewarding career as a physical therapist, starting the physical therapy department at Wells House and working there for 25 years. Her gift for healing helped countless patients rehabilitate after injuries. Audrey was an active member of The First Methodist Church in Johnstown, later The Foothills Methodist Church in Gloversville, and a member of the Burroughs Nature Study Club. She also served on the board of the Caroga Lake Chapel and enjoyed spending summers at her camp on West Caroga Lake. She was a devoted friend, an avid reader, and surprised her family with her painting ability in later life. She is survived by her children, Thomas Baird (Sheila Autilio), and Nancy Brown (Jeffrey); her six granddaughters who were her pride and joy: Kathryn Cabrera (Alex), Kelsey Anderson (Doug), Lauren Harris (Dustin), Jill Brown, Taylor Baird (Mike Richos), and Sara Brown; and her five great-grandchildren: Alec Cabrera, Jack Anderson, Maxwell Cabrera, Quinn Anderson, and Nora Audrey Harris. Audrey was predeceased by her husband, Tinker; her beloved daughter-in-law, Betsy Baird; and her granddaughter, Kate Bowers Brown. Audrey’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Wells House who has lovingly cared for her for so many years. They are truly special people. A celebration of her life will be held this summer at the Caroga Lake Chapel. In place of flowers, contributions in her memory can be made to Wells House, 201 W. Madison Ave., Johnstown, NY; or the Caroga Lake Chapel. In the care of the funeral home by mail or hand-delivered to: Ehle and Barnett Family FH, LLC, 15 N. William Street, Johnstown NY 12095, where Audrey’s final care is entrusted. Online condolences or sympathies can be found at www. ehleandbarnett.com