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Sharon Baker Obituary
65, Rapid City, SD, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 24, 2011 at her home. Survivors include a daughter, Ronda (Ben) Lamke, and a son, Michael Samson, both of Rapid City, SD, four grandsons, Sean Lamke, Justin Mundt, Jacob Mundt, and Ryland Lamke, a sister, Bobbie Pennell, of Payson, AZ., and niece, Theresa (Rich) McClelland, of San Mateo, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Samson, her mother Opal Pennell, and her brother, Richard Pennell. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will be at a later date. A Memorial Visitation will be held at Ronda's house at 213 E. Liberty Street, Rapid City, on Saturday April 30, 2011, between 12-3pm. An online guest book is available at www.kirkfuneralhome.com
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for Sharon Baker
Bonnie Schafer
May 2, 2011
Knowing Sharon was a blessing. Her spontaneous laugh and smile were beautiful and I still remember them as though I saw her yesterday instead of over 30 years ago. My prayers are with the family.
Roseanna Guzman
April 28, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to Michael and his family, how blessed you were to have such a beautiful mother.
Kristi Harris
April 27, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Greg Danielson
April 27, 2011
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to my friends, Mike and his families.
Charles Samson, Jr.
April 27, 2011
My Aunt Sharon. I will never forget your smile and your laugh. You are such a great person and I am happy to know you will be reunited with Ronnie and are now at peace. I (we) will miss you dearly. Another beautiful angel in heaven to look over us as we continue our journey here on earth. I love you Aunt Sharon, always!
Karen (Samson) Robinson
April 27, 2011
Aunt Sharon was a wonderful Aunt and a wonderful person. Michael and Ronda; she was lucky to have the two of you as her children. You both have taken great care of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you, Karen & Terry
Justine&Todd Fischer
April 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family members.
Kathy Rivera
April 27, 2011
My heart goes out to my friend Michael and his families!!!!
April 27, 2011
My thoughts and love are with Ronda, Michael, Ben and the boys at this difficult time. I know they will always cherish their memories of Sharon as do I. Diane Pennell, Mesa, AZ
Tiffany Valdez
April 27, 2011
I am so soory for the loss
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