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Rand Peck
November 1, 2012
I met Jim when I was 9 years old, with my parents, at the Miami Skyways on one of my dad's layovers. Jim was a DC-6B Engineer and taught me several dives at the pool. I consulted him years later when he was the DAL Chief Pilot (BOS). He was a friend and a pleasure to know as I saw him frequently flying little airplanes around New England.
Rand Peck
747 captain DAL via NWA
Roger Pascoe
May 7, 2012
To the Baker Family
I met Jim when I first moved to NH from Los Angeles, at the Lawrence Airport in 2008. I have always had a fascination with the early days of the airline industry and read many books on the glory days of the Airline business. When I met Jim I was struck immediately with his connection to the best of times in the Airline Business. He was full of history, rich in details I so much loved. Having spent all of my life in Corporate America I also saw in Jim a true and real businessman with a passion for people. Jim was clearly more than a great pilot, but a great leader. I am very saddened that our friendship is cut so short as I always was glad to see Jim at the Airport. Jim and I made several sorties over to Hampton Airport for lunch in the Husky and once in the T6. No one could ask for a better friend than Jim was and I will miss him greatly! I grieve for his family who I know will miss him. I did have the honor of meeting his wife and two of his children. My heart goes out to all of you who I know must feel so empty right now. Remember Jim for for the Great and Compassionate Human Being he was. He must have been an awesome Dad and Husband I am sure!
May 4, 2012
Jim was such a professional pilot and a real gentleman. I knew him during my career until he retired. He was kind to everyone. My thoughts and prayers to his family. Nan Howes , Flight Attendant Northeast and Delta , 1966-2005. Winthrop Ma.
Jim Georgopoulos
May 3, 2012
I first met Jim at Lawrence Airport while he was Chief Pilot with King Air Charters. My memories of him are of a person who loved aviation and, more importantly, loved the people around him.
I'll always remember him as a good man.
Please accept my condolences for your loss.
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David Ross
May 1, 2012
May 1, 2012
Jim and I met on Dec 18, 1957 for our first day with Northeast Airlines. What an exciting day it was, dream position last. Jim and I had parallel lives ( I was senior to him) except I only flew the line. We went through all the good times and the worst. I was in the line on his last flight and he remarked to me "So nice to see you here David" My sympathy, as he was a good man.
David Salmon
April 29, 2012
Dear Bakers. I grew up in Boxford and went through 12 grades with Scott. I contacted Jim when it was time for me to leave the Air Force and he guided me through the hiring process at Delta; he was my first chief pilot when I was assigned to the Boston base. My thoughts are with your family.
Jim and his SNJ
April 27, 2012
Maureen and George
April 27, 2012
To The Baker Familly,
While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him.
May the memories held deep within your heart, help to soothe you.
Audrey Allen
April 27, 2012
Dear Debbie and Jamie,
What a kind and caring man Jim was to all. I'll always remember his love and pride when he spoke of each of you. Never wanting to to parted from you he fought with such determination to get well. He must be overwhelmed with the love Jesus and the angels are greeting him now! Although he rests so peacefully in our Father's loving arms, we his family, friends and neighbors will so miss him.
Allison Martin
April 27, 2012
To the Bakers -
We will always remember Mr Baker as the sweet, generous and happy man he was. We always enjoyed seeing him at the Wheaton baseball games! He will be missed!! You are all in our thoughts.
Love
Chris and Allison Martin
April 27, 2012
Dear Deborah and Jamie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. It was an honor to know Jim and he will be missed by many. Our sincere sympathy to you and all the family.
Sincerely
John and Sue Martin
Jamie-I know your Dad will be looking down from heaven at each of your baseball games. Hold all the wonderful memories in your heart forever. Watching you play baseball was pure joy for him.
Bob Jewett
April 27, 2012
Although I did not know Jim, we had parallel lives. My grandfather was William Jewett, dentist on Chestnut St. in Gardner. My dad graduated from Gardner High around 1931 or so.I also was a Marine and Delta pilot.
April 27, 2012
Deborah:
It was with sincere sadness that I learned of JIm's passing. While looking back over the years of our association I am reminded of what a special human being he was. Most notably I think about his total professionalism and pride while serving as BOS Chief Pilot and his love for the pilots he represented without compromise.
With sorrow and respect,
Harry Alger
Manny Mason
April 27, 2012
Jim was asst. chief pilot in Boston when I got there as a new hire. He had an open door and was always helpful and then some. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. He was a good guy.
Joe
April 27, 2012
To the Baker family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I know God will help you all through these difficult times. Psalms 46:1
Gil Van Geyte
April 26, 2012
Jim was a great neighbor and friend to all of us, always a sense of humor and tremendous spirit. We will miss his numerous flights over Boxford on special holidays. Gil, Pat and Stephen Van Geyte
April 26, 2012
Jim was a great guy with a wealth of knowledge,he will be missed around the airport He was a guy who loved his family and aviation. So sorry to hear of his passing. Mike phillips and family
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