BAKER, Dana "Marvin"
Sunrise: August 6, 1951 –
Sunset: January 14, 2018
It is with deep sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Dana Marvin Baker. Marvin was born to his mother Colleen Jean (nee Baker) and Late Benjamin Adam Dick on August 6, 1951 and he passed away at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver on January 14, 2018. He was 66 years of age. Marvin grew up on Mission IR #1 and attended St. Paul's Indian Day School. He went on to continue schooling in Washington State. He worked for Horns Brothers Mill as well as BC Rail in North Vancouver but will best be remembered for his carving and teachings of the art of carving authentic traditional Squamish works. Marvin is survived by and will be dearly missed by his loving mother Colleen Lewis (nee: Baker); special friend Wendy Charbonneau (nee: Johnston); daughter Lila (Denny Castilloux) and son Marvin; special daughter-in-law Rebecca; grandchildren Breeann (Cypress), Dennis (Danica), Mandelyn (Quinton), Ethan; brother Robert 'Bosco' Kelly (Noreen); special grandchildren Sarah, Natalie, Michael and Nellie; and great-grandchildren Cira, Celinall, Dreyden and Daxxstynn; nieces and nephews Renia, Lisa, Angie, Candace, Joseph, Anthony, Kyle and Darrell; and many loving relatives and dear friends. A prayer service will be held at Chief Joe Mathias Centre, 100 Capilano Road, North Vancouver on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.; and a funeral service on Thursday January 18, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Online condolences can be found at www.dignitymemorial.ca
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January 28, 2018
Michelle
Lila and Marvin, I was sad to hear about the passing of your Father. I cherish his rattle carving that was given to me a very long time ago. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all , always.
January 25, 2018
Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11
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