Wife of Indiana Rep. Jim Baird dies of ‘complications’ from injuries sustained in January car crash
Danise Baird died from complications after a January crash that injured her and Rep. Jim Baird, who had minor injuries, their office said.
- On Sunday, Congressman Jim Baird's office announced that Danise Baird, wife of U.S. Rep. Jim Baird, died following complications from injuries sustained in a car accident earlier this year.
- Driving to Washington, D.C., the couple's vehicle was struck by another vehicle in early January, and the congressman's office did not disclose what caused the crash or their treatment location.
- While Rep. Jim Baird was hospitalized for less than 24 hours with minor injuries, Danise Baird was admitted to the ICU, released a little less than a week later, and died from complications.
- Several colleagues offered condolences on social media, including Reps. Pete Stauber, Lisa McClain and Jimmy Patronis, following Danise Baird's death.
- The couple had been married for 59 years, and Danise was described as a devoted wife and loving mother of three.
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Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN-04) and his wife Danise, during a Christmas party held at the White House in Dec. 2025. Photo courtesy of Beau Baird. Danise Baird, wife of Indiana’s 4th District Congressman Jim Baird, has died from complications related to injuries she sustained in a hit-and-run car crash in January, according to a statement released Sunday by the congressman’s office. The office said Danise succumbed to those injuries following the…
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Wife Of GOP Congressman Passes Away * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Danielle
Danise Baird, the wife of Rep. Jim Baird (R-IN), has died following complications from injuries sustained in a serious car accident earlier this year. “The Office of Congressman Jim Baird is saddened to announce the passing of his beloved wife, Danise, following complications from injuries sustained in a car accident earlier this year,” Baird’s office stated on X. “Congressman Baird and Danise were married for 59 years, building a life centered …
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