James Baker

James J. Baker EDENTON - James Jewell Baker, 86, of the 200 block of Pocahontas Trail, died Aug. 12, 2008, in his home. Mr. Baker was born in Clairborne Parrish, La. and was the son of the late James Patton and Mary Eula Malone Baker. Retiring as an E-7 with the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service, he later retired from the John Hancock Insurance Company. Memberships enjoyed included the Sunbury Hunting Club. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, James Patton Baker; a daughter, Carol R. Hurder; and a brother, Douglas Earl Baker. Surviving are his wife, Margaret Gable "Peggy" Baker; three daughters, Janice B. Gates of Kentucky, Charlene B. Gower and husband Tony of Virginia Beach and Jodie L. Baker of Elizabeth City; a son, Marlin R. Baker of Norfolk; a sister, Mary Elizabeth Parker of Septar, La.; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great- grandchild. Private memorial services will be held by the family. They ask that flowers be omitted and contributions be made to any chapter of the American Cancer Society. Miller Funeral Home & Crematory, 735 Virginia Road, is assisting the family with arrangements.