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James Baker Obituary

Baker, James H.
James Henry Baker, of Dover Plains, NY, formally Alexandria, VA, died suddenly, on Saturday May 11, 2013 at his home. He was 61 years old. James was born on August 21, 1951 in Mahopac, NY, to the late Theodore S. and Marcia (Ludington) Baker. James was a 1969 graduate of Pawling High School, a member of The Holmes United Methodist Church, The American Legion, and VFW Post 5444. He was employed as an electrical supervisor with the US Department of Defense in Alexandria, VA, before retiring in 2010. He was a Vietnam Veteran who proudly served in the United States Army from 1971- 77. James married the love of his life Susan Ann Moore on May 26, 1990 at Holmes United Methodist Church, Holmes, NY. Susan predeceased him on December 30, 2009. Their plans to spend their retirement on the road in their motor home were not to be. Jim was an animal lover, landscaper, mechanic and a fixer upper who enjoyed drag racing at the Dover Drag Strip in his youth. He treasured spending time at the beach and ocean fishing, but most of all Uncle Jimmy will be remembered for his never ending patience, and his love and devotion to his family and friends. James is survived by his seven siblings; Charles T. Baker and his wife Noresta of Fort Plain, NY, David G. Baker and his late wife Nancy, of Chesapeake, VA, Caroline M. Williams and her husband Randolph of Dover Plains, NY, John S. Baker of Holmes, NY, and his fiance Doris Chiappetta, Amy Baker- Maile and her husband Tyler of Holmes, NY, Glenn D. Baker of Holmes, NY and Arthur B. Baker and his wife Victoria of Dover Plains, NY and his aunt, May Ludington of Holmes, NY. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who loved him.
A Memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Saturday June 1st, 2013 at 11:00 am at the Holmes United Methodist Church, 41 Holmes Rd, Holmes, NY. Interment with military honors will follow at the Maple Avenue Cemetery, Patterson, NY Family will receive friends at the Dwyer Funeral Home, 23 South Street, Patterson, NY (845)-878-3161. On Friday, May 31st, from 6 - 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions in James' memory may be made to Holmes United Methodist Church, PO Box 146, Holmes, NY 12531 Or the VFW Post 5444, 3422 Route 22, Amenia, NY 12501
For directions or to sign the online guest book. Please visit www.dwyerfuneralhome.com

Published by Connecticut Post on May 19, 2013.
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jim baker i miss your witty sense of humor, the care that you have for people and your willingness to help others! and yes you are the best electrician & carpenter that i know; so patient & understanding of us single women!! lol..you're a kind soul that is sorely missed; i know you are smiling in heaven with your su-su & other loved ones...i will forever remember and miss you and susan!! my deepest condolences to your family...

paulette wade

July 17, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the family. May God be a refuge for you at this sad time and in the days ahead. The assurance at James chapter 4 verse 8 is draw close to God and He will draw close to you.As you share memories you will no doubt find a measure of comfort.

June 18, 2013

Thank you dear soldier for your honorable service to our country.We owe much to these brave men who went off to war for freedom.
A grateful American

June 11, 2013

Dear John & Family,
Our Deepest Sympathy.
Love,Joan & Ken Dohan

Joan Dohan

June 2, 2013

It was a pleasure to have met you. It was immediately made clear what a good person you were in this life. May you enjoy life everlasting....
Tommasina Bramante

May 30, 2013

Dear Baker Families, We are so very sorry for your great loss. With Love and Sympathy, The Bill Boo Families

Sharon Boo

May 19, 2013

RIP,

Jenny Byl

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May 17, 2013

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