Celebrating the life of
Ouida-Anne Gage Bayfield
January 29, 1939 - June 15, 2012
Ouida-Anne Gage Bayfield
Ouida-Anne Gage Bayfield 73 died Friday, June 15th at her home in Savannah. At the time of her death she was sitting in the sun on the back deck of her house. She was drinking iced tea, reading a magazine and enjoying her flowers. Her Irish Setter, Trula, was, as usual, by her side.
Ouida was born in 1939 in Melrose, MA but grew up in the Haverhill area. She loved ballet but at the age of 18 she left Bradford College to join the Water Follies. She swam at the Brussels World's Fair and all over North America. She was also a stewardess for Northeast Airlines, a travel agent and a real-estate agent. In addition, she volunteered her time with organizations from the Seaman's Society in Hong Kong to Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah, among many others.
She met her husband, Bill, in Washington, DC in the summer of 1966 and they were married that December. They had 46 exciting, happy and loving years together. They lived and travelled around the world but Ouida loved her time in Hong Kong and in the Cayman Islands most of all.
She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Heidi Chekouras and her husband Tom in Stuttgart, Germany, Heather Weidle and her husband Russ in Jacksonville, Florida and four wonderful grandchildren, Lily, Michael, Mathew and Brooks. She was an extraordinary mother and grandmother and a loving and devoted wife. She cherished her family. They were her life. It is impossible to express in words how much she will be missed.
A memorial Service will be held at the Marshwood Club at The Landings on Skidaway Island at 4:30pm on Thursday, June 21st.
The family suggests that remembrances may be sent to the Irish Setter Club of America or an Irish Setter Rescue Organization.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
I grew up in Bradford on Colby St. and knew Ouida from the neighborhood. Just learned of her passing on December 27, 2012. Nice girl. My sincere condolences.
- John Bolan, jacksonville, FL
My prayers are with the Bayfield family. I was a childhood friend. I had lost contact with Ouida over the years, and to my regrets I found her again but to late. God Bless & my Prayers are with you.
- Michael Carnevale, Rochester, NH
We certainly miss one of the kindest and classiest ladies we were pleased to know in Hong Kong or anywhere.We loved going to the Bayfields for cocktails and dinner-your amah even had spring rolls as good as our Ad's!When we speak of HK and our friends we always have the Bayfields at the top. Your family is a real gem-you, Bill, will have to give Ouida and Heidie and Heather the MVP award for moulding it-maybe we'll give you a smidgen of credit out of charity. Best wishes and concentrate on the memories of a gem of a gal, our Ouida! With love, Ed and Julie.
- Ed and Julie Finerty, Natick, MA
I grew up in Haverhill, MA. My family was friends with the Gages. I was Billie's age and knew her better. It saddens me to learn of Ouida's death as she is the last of the Gage's I knew in Haverhill. I am pleased though to see that she lived a full and happy life. Bob Ellis
- Robert Ellis, Charlotte, NC
Bill, my condolences in your loss. What a wonderful life the two of you shared. Rob McGalliard
- Rob McGalliard, Saint Simons Island, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. Ouida was in my Saturday golf group and was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. Our prayers are with you and your family.
- Gloria and Chick Molella, Savannah, GA
Bill, Heidi, Heather and families - My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Ouida was a wonderful mother, wife, partner, and godmother among other things!. I miss her already, even though neither of us was very good at keeping in touch! May your courage, strength, and good memories help you through this difficult time. Lots of love from Colorado - Brett
- Brett, Loveland, CO
Bill my thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.
- Frank Saponaro, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts, prayers and fondest memories go out to you. Ouida was one of our most favorite Landings Ladies--a truly charming and loving gentlelady. Sorrowfully, Jan and Bob
- Bob and Jan Cavedon, savannah, GA
We remember many exciting and wonderful times during which we enjoyed Hong Kong together. Those were wonderful years.
- Charlie and Gillian Kellogg, Manchester, MA
I will always remember how kind you were to me.
- James Noll, Fredericksburg, VA
Lou and I send our deepest condolences. Whenever I think of Ouida, I see her beautiful smile and her warm, loving personality. She was a true lady and will be sorely missed. Love, Gerry
- Gerry and Lou Molella, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the fond memories of Ouida give you comfort and peace. Please know you are all loved very, very much. Robin, Dennis, Emily and Meagan Thomas
- Robin Thomas, Ponte Vedra, FL
I grew up in Bradford on Colby St. and knew Ouida from the neighborhood. Just learned of her passing on December 27, 2012. Nice girl. My sincere condolences.
- John Bolan, jacksonville, FL
My prayers are with the Bayfield family. I was a childhood friend. I had lost contact with Ouida over the years, and to my regrets I found her again but to late. God Bless & my Prayers are with you.
- Michael Carnevale, Rochester, NH
We certainly miss one of the kindest and classiest ladies we were pleased to know in Hong Kong or anywhere.We loved going to the Bayfields for cocktails and dinner-your amah even had spring rolls as good as our Ad's!When we speak of HK and our friends we always have the Bayfields at the top. Your family is a real gem-you, Bill, will have to give Ouida and Heidie and Heather the MVP award for moulding it-maybe we'll give you a smidgen of credit out of charity. Best wishes and concentrate on the memories of a gem of a gal, our Ouida! With love, Ed and Julie.
- Ed and Julie Finerty, Natick, MA
I grew up in Haverhill, MA. My family was friends with the Gages. I was Billie's age and knew her better. It saddens me to learn of Ouida's death as she is the last of the Gage's I knew in Haverhill. I am pleased though to see that she lived a full and happy life. Bob Ellis
- Robert Ellis, Charlotte, NC
Bill, my condolences in your loss. What a wonderful life the two of you shared. Rob McGalliard
- Rob McGalliard, Saint Simons Island, GA
We are so sorry for your loss. Ouida was in my Saturday golf group and was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. Our prayers are with you and your family.
- Gloria and Chick Molella, Savannah, GA
Bill, Heidi, Heather and families - My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Ouida was a wonderful mother, wife, partner, and godmother among other things!. I miss her already, even though neither of us was very good at keeping in touch! May your courage, strength, and good memories help you through this difficult time. Lots of love from Colorado - Brett
- Brett, Loveland, CO
Bill my thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.
- Frank Saponaro, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts, prayers and fondest memories go out to you. Ouida was one of our most favorite Landings Ladies--a truly charming and loving gentlelady. Sorrowfully, Jan and Bob
- Bob and Jan Cavedon, savannah, GA
We remember many exciting and wonderful times during which we enjoyed Hong Kong together. Those were wonderful years.
- Charlie and Gillian Kellogg, Manchester, MA
I will always remember how kind you were to me.
- James Noll, Fredericksburg, VA
Lou and I send our deepest condolences. Whenever I think of Ouida, I see her beautiful smile and her warm, loving personality. She was a true lady and will be sorely missed. Love, Gerry
- Gerry and Lou Molella, Savannah, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the fond memories of Ouida give you comfort and peace. Please know you are all loved very, very much. Robin, Dennis, Emily and Meagan Thomas
- Robin Thomas, Ponte Vedra, FL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
