Mary Jane Baird Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Mary Jane Baird of Decatur, Illinois, born in Taylorville, Illinois, who passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Mary Jane's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmo Traughber and Mildred Traughber; her husband Bill; and her son James. She is survived by: her children, Bonnie (Dave) of Avon, Indiana, Jeff (Susie) and Janis of Taylorville; Kayla of Morrisonville, Illinois.. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.