Susan Baird
| Susan Baird | |
| Secretary Utah Libertarian Party | |
| 2019— | |
| Personal Details | |
| Birth: | August 29, 1951 |
| Death: | January 8, 2024 (aged 72) |
| Education: | Bachelor's degree in Business; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
| Occupation: | Business professional, CNA, political activist |
| Party: | Libertarian |
Susan Ann Sandberg Baird (August 29, 1951 – January 8, 2024) was an American business professional, certified nursing assistant, and political activist. She served as Secretary of the Utah Libertarian Party, elected in 2019.
Biography
Early Life and Education
Susan Ann Sandberg was born on August 29, 1951, to Nina and Clayton Sandberg. She pursued higher education, earning a bachelor's degree in business. Later in life, she returned to school and obtained certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Career
Baird had a varied career, combining her business acumen with her passion for caregiving. Her CNA certification allowed her to work closely with individuals in need, a role she found deeply fulfilling.
Political Involvement
Baird was elected as Secretary of the Utah Libertarian Party in 2019, reflecting her commitment to political activism and her passion for contributing to her community.
Personal Life
Baird was known for her vibrant personality and her love for family, animals, and church. She had a lifelong passion for reading and a deep friendship with Denyse Cox, whom she considered family. Her friendship with Cox was likened to the iconic bond from the movie "Thelma and Louise."
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Baird is survived by her children: Catherine Wahe, Betty Jean Smith, and Clayton Andrew Baird, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul David Boynton, and her parents.
Baird's kindness, infectious laugh, and spunky personality left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Tributes from friends and colleagues highlight her compassion, warmth, and ability to brighten any room she entered.
Death
Susan Baird passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 8, 2024, at her home. A viewing was held on January 18, 2024, at Jenkins-Soffe Funeral Home in Murray, Utah, followed by a graveside service at Elysian Burial Gardens in Millcreek, Utah.
Legacy
In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations to a GoFundMe campaign for service costs or to Ruff Haven Crisis Sheltering, an organization assisting individuals in crisis by providing foster care for their animals. Baird’s passion for helping people and animals continues to inspire those who knew her.
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