Derek Baird Obituary
We bid farewell to Derek Baird (Spring Valley, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 24, 2024 at the age of 44. Derek touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Kenny, Virginia Baird, Myron (Jake) and Flora Tanari; his aunt Rita; his uncle Jim Martinkus; and his grandparents, Elaine and Jimmy Orlandi.
He is survived by: his parents, Rich Baird and Lorna Baird (Tanari); his wife Maria (Francisco); his children, Cecelia, Bruno and Luciana; his sister Brittany Toraason (Danny); his in-laws, Pete Francisco (Margie), Gina Riva (Alex) and Karla Carboni (Matt); his nieces and nephews, Dominic Carboni, Luca Carboni, Giuliana Riva, Thomas Toraason, Max Toraason and Greta Toraason; his aunts, Mary Miklavic (Mark) and Toni Stank (Chuck); and his uncle Dave Baird (Carol).
In lieu of flowers, please kindly consider a monetary donation to help Derek's children's education fund. Donations may be made to Maria Baird or can be sent directly to the family Venmo account (@maria-baird22), A guestbook may be signed and memories shared with the family by visiting bartofh.com.
