BAIRD, MARGARET ALISON

On September 19, 2016; aged 71 years.

Died peacefully surrounded by her family following a short illness. Beloved and loving wife of Stephen, cherished mother of Harriet (Brisbane) and Sophie (Wellington) and Margie to her grandchildren Dan and Alex (Brisbane), and Lucy and Daisy (Wellington). Vibrant mother-in-law to Cameron Pope and good friend to Anthony Hawkins and Michael Hollings. Emeritus and Research Professor of Immunology at the University of Otago.

Committed biomedical scientist who brought wisdom, encouragement and laughter to her colleagues and her many students.

Loved second daughter of the late Hazel and Alan McIntyre of Nelson and Tauranga, and younger sister and great friend of the late Ire Ireland of Masterton. Sister-in-law to Ross Ireland and aunt and friend to Peter, Emily, and Sarah Ireland. Sister-in-law to Bill, Phil, Sister MaryAnna Baird and the late Annie Small, and memorable aunt to their children.

Margaret’s family deeply appreciates the attentive and tender care given at the Otago Community Hospice.

A service for Margaret will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel corner Andersons Bay Road and Oxford Street at 10am on Friday, September 23, followed by private cremation.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Amnesty International or the Otago Community Hospice are welcome and may be left at the service.

Messages to stephen.baird@otago.ac.nz or 0212096429.

Hope and Sons

Funeral Directors

Dunedin - Mosgiel - Palmerston

Service Information: Date: Time: Location: 23/09/2016 10:00 a.m. Hope and Sons Chapel 523 Andersons Bay Road Dunedin