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Stanley E. Bird
February 19, 1930 ~ October 4, 2014 (age 84) 84 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Elaine Shein
February 19, 2015 10:06 PM
My deepest condolences to the family - it's only today, when I went to Stan's Facebook page - that I discovered he has passed away. I always thought I would see him at least one last time at an ag meeting somewhere. There are so many things I wish I could still say to Stan. I first met Stan many years ago through AAEA, and then at World Ag Expo in California. As he did with so many others in his life, he took me under his wing and became a welcome face, a mentor, and a dear friend. I always looked forward to seeing Stan and his wife at various events. Stan was always so passionate about agriculture, about ag journalism/communications, about his family and about nurturing the next generation -- in both his personal and professional life. I realize today would have been his birthday, so I realize today his family is probably missing him even more. Big hugs to the family, and a toast to Stan -- my dear friend, who enriched my life and will never be forgotten.
Message from Greg Zills(Zman Services)
October 30, 2014 12:30 PM
Sorry to hear about Stan's passing , just from the couple times I met him seems like a real great guy , you have my condolences
Message from Andy & Connie Wilson
October 15, 2014 6:55 PM
Kathy,
We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Stan. We always enjoyed visiting with him.
Our sincere sympathy,
Andy & Connie Wilson
We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Stan. We always enjoyed visiting with him.
Our sincere sympathy,
Andy & Connie Wilson
Message from Owen Roberts
October 14, 2014 8:29 AM
I am very sorry to learn of Stan's passing. I always looked forward to seeing him at farm writer events and drawing on his wealth of knowledge about agricultural journalism and communication. He always encouraged me to stay the course and valued the work of agricultural communications instructors such as myself in helping the industry prepare for the future. And I know he had a special place in his heart for Canada and the relationship between Canadians and Americans. He spoke of it often and always made me feel welcome at US events. I will truly miss his warm and friendly ways.
Message from rick cowles
October 9, 2014 7:14 PM
Stanley was one of many great men with the last name of bird. working with uncle robert was a privelage .my grandma margaret was in the same mold. respectfully rick cowles
Message from Warren E. Clark
October 9, 2014 1:53 PM
Dear Kathy and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you all. Stan was a tremendous mentor and teacher for me and many agricultural communicators and agrimarketers. His enthusiasm was contageous. His smile was bright and cheery. His faith in God was demonstrated through his daily actions and interactions. He was a good man. We will miss him.
May God grant you peace.
Warmest regards,
Warren
My deepest sympathies to you all. Stan was a tremendous mentor and teacher for me and many agricultural communicators and agrimarketers. His enthusiasm was contageous. His smile was bright and cheery. His faith in God was demonstrated through his daily actions and interactions. He was a good man. We will miss him.
May God grant you peace.
Warmest regards,
Warren
Message from Karen Potratz
October 9, 2014 1:34 PM
Dear Kathy and family: My condolences on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Stan was a valued mentor and sounding board for me throughout my career. Whenever I visited with Stan at dairy events, he never failed to mention his family -- an obvious source of pride and enjoyment. He will be missed.
Message from Eloise Seaman
October 9, 2014 10:28 AM
Kathy and family. So sorry to hear. Of course he decides to head to heaven during World Dairy Expo...how fitting. Stan had a very positive impact on my career and my life. An impact I will never forget. Thanks for your part in that very positive start to my career. My prayers are with you all.
Message from Rob and Kathy Fletcher
October 9, 2014 7:47 AM
Our sincere condolences to the Bird Family. As a former Chairman of World Ag Expo and volunteer for many years, it was a privilege to have known a man as great as Stan Bird. I very much enjoyed every moment that we could spend time talking about the Dairy business and marketing of ag shows in general. What a brilliant Man. He will be missed but never forgotten. Thank you Stan for all the wonderful experiences we had together.
Message from Sue Lee
October 9, 2014 6:49 AM
My condolences to the Bird family. Stan was an inspiration and role model for all of us in ag media. Always a kind word, a big smile or a friendly, firm handshake whether you were a colleague or competitor. The industry has lost another legend. Rest in peace, my friend.
Message from Steven Knudsen
October 8, 2014 2:20 PM
Kathy and Bird family,
I too am deeply saddened to have learned about your loss. Stan was a fantastic friend and an incredible advocate for the agriculture industry. I remember walking around with him at trade shows. It would take almost the entire session to make it from one side of a room to the next. Stan knew everyone and everyone knew Stan. He had time for each person, both young and old, and greeted them with a warm smile and firm handshake. It was like walking around with the agriculture version of Michael Jordan. He was a celebrity and I was his sidekick. He loved putting people together. I remember him saying “You just have to meet this person” and then I would learn how Stan and he or she had worked together for years prior. That happened more than I can count. It was like being a member of a very special club, “The Stan Bird Fan Club”. I was happy to be a member. Stan taught me volumes about appreciating the past and incorporating it within future materials. He was a teacher who made those around him better and I am better for knowing him. Although we had lost touch, I still think of him often. He will always be one of my favorite people and I will never forget his wonderful smile!
Steven Knudsen
I too am deeply saddened to have learned about your loss. Stan was a fantastic friend and an incredible advocate for the agriculture industry. I remember walking around with him at trade shows. It would take almost the entire session to make it from one side of a room to the next. Stan knew everyone and everyone knew Stan. He had time for each person, both young and old, and greeted them with a warm smile and firm handshake. It was like walking around with the agriculture version of Michael Jordan. He was a celebrity and I was his sidekick. He loved putting people together. I remember him saying “You just have to meet this person” and then I would learn how Stan and he or she had worked together for years prior. That happened more than I can count. It was like being a member of a very special club, “The Stan Bird Fan Club”. I was happy to be a member. Stan taught me volumes about appreciating the past and incorporating it within future materials. He was a teacher who made those around him better and I am better for knowing him. Although we had lost touch, I still think of him often. He will always be one of my favorite people and I will never forget his wonderful smile!
Steven Knudsen
Message from John & Bonnie Mohr Family
October 8, 2014 11:56 AM
Dear Kathy and Family - thank you for your notification of Stan's passing. I thought of him several times this past week while I was at World Dairy Expo - just when I least expected, he would pop out of no where and greet me with a hug and at least one story from the past! I did look for him again this year - and so was very saddened and surprised by the news of his passing. He was a man of conviction and dedication to his passion and love: the dairy industry and the beautiful cow! I learned a lot from Stan and know he will be missed by many. Our prayers are with you all - John and Bonnie Mohr
Message from Bruce & Jeanne Shannon
October 8, 2014 10:59 AM
Dear Kathy & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We have great memories of Stan and his involvement with the World Ag Expo volunteers and staff over the years. He was a soft spoken man with great knowledge that he eagerly shared with all of us. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bruce & Jeanne Shannon
Tulare, CA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We have great memories of Stan and his involvement with the World Ag Expo volunteers and staff over the years. He was a soft spoken man with great knowledge that he eagerly shared with all of us. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bruce & Jeanne Shannon
Tulare, CA
Message from Catherine Lamb
October 8, 2014 10:42 AM
Please accept my sincere condolences. My parents, Dan and Thelma Lamb, always spoke so fondly of Stan and Bob Bird. So many good memories. Best regards. Catherine Lamb
Message from S Ford
October 7, 2014 6:14 PM
I would like to offer my deepest sympathies to you. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are never alone. Turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance and to help soothe your heart. Psalms 34:18 assures us that God is near to those broken at heart and crushed in spirit. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Message from Lynn and Darren Olsen
October 7, 2014 5:15 PM
We count ourselves lucky to have met Stan and been able to rub shoulders with him in the ag industry. Attending a show just won't be the same without seeing him! May all of your family be blessed with peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Message from Tanya Hansen
October 7, 2014 4:46 PM
We only recently had the honor of meeting Stan. Wow, what an amazing man he was. We enjoyed every moment listening to him share his childhood memories and life, growing up on the property
Message from Joel Hastings
October 7, 2014 4:07 PM
Condolences to Kathy and family. Stan was a great co-worker and publishing leader for our company and in the ag industry.
Message from Bobby and Margaret Uchita
October 7, 2014 1:26 PM
Dear Kathy and family - We were so saddened to hear of Stan's passing. What wonderful memories we have of your frequent visits to California, and the World Ag Expo! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time, as well as our love. God keep you safe in His hands.
Bobby and Margaret Uchita
Past Chairmen of The World Ag Expo
Bobby and Margaret Uchita
Past Chairmen of The World Ag Expo
Message from John Montandon
October 7, 2014 11:07 AM
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the entire Bird family for your loss of a great guy. Stan was respected, appreciated and loved by many. He will be missed.
Message from Sandy Creighton
October 7, 2014 11:05 AM
Stan was a "tough old bird" handling the advertising for the World Ag Expo for many years! He was a veteran of ag marketing and communications and will be missed by our industry. May his family know the pride he took in his work and that he was well respected.
My heart is with you all.
My heart is with you all.
Message from Gary Schulz
October 7, 2014 10:46 AM
I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Stan Bird. When I assumed the position of General Manager of the International Agri-Center in Tulare, CA in 1990, Stan was one of the first people I met and one of the most influential and creative individuals with whom I have ever worked. I enjoyed his fresh perspective, upbeat spirit, passion for all sports, and genuine love of friends and family. During my fifteen years as general manager of what grew to become the World Ag Expo, many of the great communication tools, customer service techniques, and methods to grow the show were the brainchild of Stan Bird. I will always remember our rounds of golf and the subsequent hours sitting with notepads as we shared marketing ideas and brainstormed how to make the farm show bigger and better. Stan's love of the orange jacket volunteers in Tulare was unequaled. In my life there are many people that have made a big difference in my professional success, but only a few with the personal and professional impact of Stan Bird. Kathy and I and our entire family will miss Stan deeply.
Gary Schulz, former General Manager of the World Ag Expo and President of the California Raisin Marketing Board/Raisin Administrative Committee
Gary Schulz, former General Manager of the World Ag Expo and President of the California Raisin Marketing Board/Raisin Administrative Committee
Message from Rick Schramm and family
October 7, 2014 9:39 AM
Dear David, Janet, and Brenda,
So sorry to learn of the loss of Stan.
We will be thinking of you in this time of grief.
God's blessing to all of the family.
So sorry to learn of the loss of Stan.
We will be thinking of you in this time of grief.
God's blessing to all of the family.
Message from Chris and Tamara Neston
October 6, 2014 2:29 PM
Dear Kathy...so saddened to hear of Stan's passing...we will be joining you this Friday to share in some great stories and memories that we have experienced together as well as learn about many more...Always enjoyed Stan's company and our numerous phone conversations and will greatly miss the friendly ribbing we gave each other regarding our sports teams...usually Stan ribbing me (his teams are better, I must admit)...May the peace of the Lord be with you...your friends, Chris and Tamara
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