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Barbara Dumont MacPherson, aged 102, died peacefully at home on July 9, 2019, surrounded by her four children. She was born on November 18, 1916, in New Jersey. She was the daughter of the late John Stewart and Marianne L. Baker. She grew up in Short Hills, New Jersey, and attended Miss Porter’s School in Farmington, Connecticut.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Richard E. Baiter, Frederic Welsh and Gordon MacPherson. She was an active member of the Riomar Country Club for over forty years and was an avid and very accomplished bridge player who struck fear in the hearts of generations of opponents.
She is survived by her four children, Richard E. Baiter of Spokane, Washington, Peter B. Baiter of Thessaloniki, Greece, David D. Baiter of Vero Beach, Florida and Barbara (Susie) B. McNair of Salisbury, Maryland. She has ten grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
A memorial celebration of Barbara’s life will be held later in the year. Donations may be made in Barbara’s name to the VNA Hospice of Vero Beach, Florida, where she was a volunteer for fourteen years.
As Barbara said to her good friend Katie Wilson when Katie was nearing the end: “Leave the lights on and the gate open.”
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RUTH ANN - Friend
July 14, 2019, 1:20 pm
I will miss your wit and wisdom my friend!
Susan - School
July 16, 2019, 1:21 pm
Barbara was such an inspiration. Always on the ball and great company. She will be missed and remembered here in Farmington.
Billie Allen - Former Employee/Friend
July 22, 2019, 1:21 pm
In 2010 I asked Mrs. MacPherson what was the single most important thing you have learned so far. She replied To have fun. Have a Martini. She was such a joy and added so much to our lives. She will remain in our hearts always.