David C. Baird

David Charles Baird passed away on May 13, 2019 at the age of 67 at Unity Point St. Luke’s hospital in Sioux City, Iowa surrounded by family. 

A memorial service and celebration of life will be at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Meyer Brothers Morningside Chapel, 6200 Morningside Ave. Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.meyerbroschapels.com.

He was born on August 12, 1951 to the late Charles and Margaret (Sue) Baird.  Dave had many passions in life and rarely, if ever, met a stranger.  He had an outgoing personality that was the source of many friendships. He loved his family, coaching swimming, his dogs, and his beloved Steelers.  Dave was a swim coach for over 25 years in several states at many skill levels. His passion for swimming was contagious and was transformative for many young athletes.  He was happily married to Jeanne for nearly 21 years.

In addition to his parents, Dave is preceded in death by his brother Kevin, his sister Gail, and former spouse Bobbi Baird.  

He is survived by his wife Jeanne, his sons David (Audra) Wiant and Josh (Heather) Wiant, Daughter Becci (Vince) Meza, and step son Josh Sweeney.  His siblings, Jimmy (Betty) Baird, Kathy (Ralph) Cora, Ken Baird, Maureen Aratari (Ed Longbottom), and Steve (Jill) Baird.  Grandchildren Austin and Anissa Wiant, Vinnie, Molly and Toby Meza, and Dayton and Memphis Wiant.  Many nieces and nephews, and extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established to benefit the Siouxland Humane Society.