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Joyce M. Baker

1932 - 2008

BORN

1932

DIED

2008

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O'Connor Funeral Home & Crematory

2425 8th Ave North

Great Falls, Montana

Joyce Baker Obituary

Joyce M. (English) Baker, 75, of Stanford, a rancher and farmer, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008, of pancreatic cancer at her daughter's home in Great Falls.

Her memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran MSLC in Stanford. Cremation will take place under the direction of O'Connor Funeral Home.

Survivors include her husband, Ray Baker of Great Falls; daughters, Joy (Tim) Badertscher of Douglas, Wyo., Marilyn (Jerry) Brown of Great Falls, and Beverly Fabricius of Bozeman; son, Joe Baker of Stanford; sisters, Jayne (Gene) Griffith of Loganville, Ga., Rosalie English of Roy; brother, Dean (Jerrie) Baker of Lewistown; 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Jim English; her parents, James and Marguerite English; and a special nephew, Miles Griffith.

Joyce was born Aug. 7, 1932, in Huntingdon, Quebec, Canada. She grew up and attended schools in Great Falls, graduating from Great Falls High School in 1950.

Joyce married Ray Baker in 1955 in Lewistown, and she lived with Ray as his partner on the farm and ranch.

She was active in the Trinity Lutheran Church in Stanford, the American Legion Auxiliary, Montana Farm Bureau, and the Republican Party.

Joyce enjoyed gardening and crafting.

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society, or to Trinity Lutheran Church in Stanford.

Published by Bozeman Daily Chronicle on May 8, 2008.
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Dearest Uncle Ray and all my cousins, Joe, Joy, Marilyn and Beverly and thier families,
My tears are twofold...of sadness for I shall miss dearly my Auntie Joyce and of Joy for I know that I will see her again one day and I believe she will welcome us all with open arms with stories to tell of her heavenly adventure. I am thankful that her suffering is over and there is no more pain. I have so many fond memories of growing up and family holidays. They will never fade for they are the legacy stories I will tell and retell my children about Aunts and Uncles, who they were and what they did....so carry on my dear family for she Lives in Him...God Bless you all, Love, Jeri Lynn

Jeri Gackle

May 16, 2008

Marilyn, Jerry, Carolyn and Neil, you are in our thoughts and prayers, the little bit of time we did spend with your mother will always remember her as being loving , caring and a great lady, always enjoyed the few visits we had with her on the farm and at your home in Great Falls. Love and Prayers from Dennis and Bobbie

Bobbie and Dennis Boutain

May 9, 2008

Dear Marilyn, Jerry & Family,
We extend deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother, Joyce, and we'll remember you in prayer for the comforting love and peace of the Lord, Jesus Christ, to fill your lonely hearts.

The congregation at Calvary Chapel of Great Falls

May 9, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with all of your family. I remember as a little girl coming to your house. Your mom was so joyful and full of fun. What a dear lady.

Marina Gilkey - Krob

May 8, 2008

Prayers and sympathy to Joyce's family. She was truly an inspiration and leader in Judith Basin Farm Bureau and MFBF.

Janet Krob

May 8, 2008

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family. Joyce was a very special lady; who influenced the lives of everyone she met. She will be greatly missed.

Laura and Nathan Wilson

May 8, 2008

We would like to extend our deepest sympathies at the loss of your mother. Joyce was a very special lady who complimented the lives of all who knew and loved her. She will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. May you find solace in knowing that she is now free of pain and at peace with her Lord and Savior.

Barbara and Larry Wierenga

May 8, 2008

Joy, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's death. You & your family are in my prayers. Judy Richman

May 8, 2008

I am so sorry about Joyce. We had a lot of good times over the years and I have many fond memories of our family get- togethers. It is so hard to lose a mother - My prayers and love go out to you all
Renie

Renie Skelton

May 8, 2008

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