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Lee Baker Obituary

Lee (LaMarca) Baker, 78, born Rochester, N.Y. Long time desert resident, Indian Palms C.C. in Indio, Calif. Survived by sister Berni; niece Rita; two sons, Jim and Dan; three grandchildren, six great- grandchildren. Lee was a paramutual clerk for thoroughbred racing for 32 years, and at the off track wagering in Indio since 1989. Lee was a friend to many. Private interment. Informal celebration of her life at the Shalimar Sport Center on the fairgrounds in Indio at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 23, 2010. Contact info, Randy 760-863-8073. Lee will be missed by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please give to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Sep. 18 to Sep. 23, 2010.

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