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Jeffrey Baker Obituary
June 11, 1949 - April 3, 2011
Jeffrey L. Baker, 61, of Bradenton, formerly of Milwaukee, Wis. died April 3, 2011.
Burial will be in Wisconsin. Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 26th Street Chapel in charge.
Survivors include his wife, Mary; his mother, Mildred of Akron, Iowa; his sister,
Pam (Doc) Walker of Sioux Falls, S.D.; brother, Scott (Jane) Baker of Silverthorne, Colo.; numerous nieces and nephews; his dogs, Pee Wee, Carmie, Gracie, and all of his longstanding colleagues at Sun Hydraulics.
Jeff was born and raised in Akron, Iowa, and moved to Sarasota in 1980 to join Sun Hydraulics, recruited by the Company's founder Bob Koski. Prior to joining Sun, Jeff was a machine design engineer for a number of manufacturers in the Midwest, including GOMACO Corporation. At Sun, Jeff was instrumental in developing products and a processes that helped make the Company a global success. His reputation for being direct, honest, and sometimes blunt was legendary amongst his colleagues and friends. His keen intellect and analytical skills made him known throughout the hydraulics industry for being able to solve intractable problems.
Along with his wife Mary, Jeff was also engaged in and committed to rescuing greyhounds from the racing circuit and providing a good home for them. Jeff was an avid motorsport fan, but his passion was NASCAR and the Daytona 500 which he and Mary attended for many years.
In lieu of other remembrances, Memorials may be made to Racing Dog Rescue Project, P.O. Box 18143, Sarasota, FL 34273
Online Condolences to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.
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for Jeffrey Baker
Ron Eshleman
April 21, 2011
Sorry to hear of Jeff's untimely death. My sincerest condolences to all of Jeff's family. I am sure he has arrived at a much better place.
Mark and Barb Clausen
April 11, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived.....He did it his way.
Monica (Eshleman) Johnson
April 9, 2011
To the family of Jeff I send my condolences. I am Jeff's first cousin and although I have not seen Jeff in years I also fondly remember our family trips to Arkon with my parents and 4 brothers to visit Aunt Mildred and her family.
Monica (Eshleman) Johnson
April 9, 2011
To the family of Jeff I send my condolences. I am Jeff's first cousin and although I have not seen Jeff in years I also fondly remember our family trips to Arkon with my parents and 4 brothers to visit Aunt Mildred and her family. May time and fond memories bring healing to you at this time.
Brian Eshleman
April 9, 2011
To the Family of Jeff my deepest sympathy. Jeff will be missed by all he was was outgoing and fun to be around when we would take a trip to Arkon. My condolences for your loss.
April 9, 2011
Sorry to hear the sad news, I know Jeff will be missed. It's been many years since I saw Jeff or talked with him, but never the less I do have great memories of spending time with him in our younger years when he was in Akron. Take care all.
Armand Eshleman
Peg and Mike Murphy
April 8, 2011
Dear Mary,
Our sincere condolences over Jeff's passing. The world has lost a fine man and the greyhounds have lost a great friend.
John Burri, Hydra-Power Systems
April 8, 2011
Dearest Mary, family, and FOJB's (friends of Jeff Baker),
I humbly add my voice to the chorus of heartfelt condolences. Personally and professionally, I am a better person for knowing Jeff. I'll remember him always, but especially every time I see a greyhound, think about chaos theory, or have to explain to someone why counterbalance valves and hydrostatic transmissions don't mix.
With much love and gratitude for my association with the Baker's, I remain ...
Allison Smith-Truelsen
April 8, 2011
Mary,
There are no words adequate to express to you how sorry I am. I have so enjoyed the many years of friendship we all shared. I am here for you whenever you need me.
judy wojanis
April 8, 2011
To Mary and Family,
Please accept our condolence and know that Jeff will be missed by us and many in our industry.
May your memories of him be sweet and tender to calm your hearts as you grieve his passing.
With Sympathy,
Judy Wojanis and All from Wojanis Supply Co.
Mark Woods
April 8, 2011
An incredible blessing to me and I am sure to many, many others.
Lisa Coolbeth
April 8, 2011
Words cannot express our sorrow over losing Jeff. He will be sorely missed at Sun Hydraulics.
Bill McDaniel
April 8, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and all of your family. May God grant your hearts with peace, and rest assured that he will take good care of Jeff.
God Bless
Bill McDaniel
Hydraulic Controls Inc
Emeryville, Ca
Jeff & Lori Stuart
April 8, 2011
To Mary (and the Family)...
We are so sorry for your loss.. you and the family are in out thoughts an prayers. It is with heavy heart that we say goodbye to our good friend and colleague Jeff. Jeff will be remembered for a very long time as he has made an imprint on many. Often providing Bakerisms such as "If I hadn't believed it, I wouldn't have seen it.".. among many others.. Our hearts are with you.
April 8, 2011
Mary, our deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss ,Jeff will be truly missed.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Please call if there is anything you need. Much love Mark & Sandy Owens
Steve Lianne Hancox and family
April 8, 2011
Mary, our thoughts are with you at this sad, sad time. Jeff was a lovely man and fantastic host to both me and Steve on our visits to America. May you stay safe and remember you are well loved across the pond in England by all who know you.
Anila David Kiki Day
April 8, 2011
Dear Mary,
Our Deepest Condolence To You Mary as well as all the families in this difficult time
Though we have moved to Australia our memories with Jeff and You Will Always Be With Us
Our Prayers And Thoughts Are With You Mary
He will Be Remembered And Missed
Anila ,David And Kiki
Brisbane,
Australia
Sylvia Grandy
April 7, 2011
An interesting and fun loving person like Jeff will linger very long in our memories. Mary - consider yourself hugged!! Sylvia Grandy - Hydra-Power System, Portland Oregon
Kitty Lackey
April 7, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Jeff, I'll always remember how kind you both were to me. He will be remembered and missed.
Tony Tecce
April 7, 2011
Dear Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. It's a shame that it takes this sad occasion for us to meet again after so many years.
Linc Hay
April 7, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Baker families. Jeff was one of the most positive people when it came to rescue work - which can be very sad. I remember the early days of Make Peace with Animals and all the trips to the Desario kennel. May warm memories comfort you at this time of loss. In deepest Sympathy.
Ginny O'Grady
April 7, 2011
Our hearts go out to Mary and the whole family in this difficult time. Thanks for all the Bakers have done for the Greyhounds, especially adopting their sweet kids. Hope the memories of good times sustain you now. Ginny, Alan, Sir Elton and Mindy O'Grady
Sharon Jordan
April 7, 2011
Jeff, you will never be forgotton! Your memories of you & I working together will always be a part of my thoughts. We had a lot of good times as Co-Workers. My thoughts & Prayers are with you, Mary! R.I.P.
marie olsen
April 7, 2011
So sorry for your lost.
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