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Ronald Baker Obituary
Born in Providence, a son of the late Herbert and Doris (Gannon) Baker. He lived in Warwick before moving to West Warwick 15 years ago.
Mr. Baker was employed in the jewelry industry for many years before retiring. After retiring he worked at Shaws Supermarkets. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed playing horseshoes.
He leaves four children, Lori A. Manchester and Amy J. Barbosa both of Sturbridge, MA, James F. Baker and Frank J. Baker both of West Warwick and four grandchildren, Christopher and Kerrie Manchester, Karli Baker and Layla Barbosa. He was one of sixteen siblings.
His funeral will be held Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at 9 a.m. from the HENAULT GALLOGLY Funeral Home, 5 Eddy St., West Warwick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, West Warwick. Interment will follow in St. Ann Cemetery. Visiting hours Friday, TODAY, 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 or the VA Medical Center Oncology Dept., 830 Chalkstone Ave., Prov., RI 02908, in his memory would be appreciated. Information and condolences, please visit: www.henault-gallogly.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Baker
Joann Hill(Baker)
November 20, 2008
I was so sad to hear that my dearest Uncle Frankie has passed. Like so many others have said he was my favorite. He was the one that would buy us drinks at all the weddings and parties when we weren't old enough!! He was the one that would let me drive his car before I knew how. One of my fondest memories was when He came to my mom's house after my dad(Joe) died and played cards with my family . I remember being 8mts pregnant, away from my husband and other daughter(tiffany) and just losing my father, and Uncle Frankie "won big "as he put it and gave it to me. It wasn't alot but it sure helped me out being young married and poor and away from home. I can't help but think of the all the parties during Gaspee Days at my dad's hanging with Uncle Frankie was just part of the routine. Then the big Family Reuions.I wish we still had those. Boy I have such a flood of memories when I think of him all of the good. Rest in Peace my dearest Uncle Frankie, You will be missed . Can you say Hi to my dad for me. I miss him too. All my sympathies to all of the family.
Lester Petrarca
November 19, 2008
Sorry for the loss.
I worked with Frank at Victory Plating and would run into him at Shaw's. He was always quick with a smile, a handshake and friendly conversation.
Esther Baker
November 17, 2008
To All of the Baker Family,
My heart goes out to you all at this time of great loss.
Rest in Peace, Uncle Frankie.
Carolynn Gifford
November 16, 2008
To "Uncle Frank's" family, I have been a friend of the family for years. Frank was always one of my favorite people. When I read of his passing, it filled me with sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you during this diffucult time. I have many fond memories of him, his brother "Golden Joe", and Teddy, Timmy, Jack, Tommy, Jane,Joe and Joanne. Gaspee Days with him were always the best! Take care, Carolynn (VanLeuven) Gifford
James Campanini
November 15, 2008
My Family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Ron. I worked with him at shaws and looked forward to each day I worked with him. I will cherish and never forget all the good times Ron and I had together whether it was talking about the celtics or the red sox or just a friendly phone call. He will be missed by many but his memories remain forever. God Bless Ronnie Baby (as i called him) and all his loved ones.
Anthony Aquilante, Jr.
November 15, 2008
With Deepest Sympathy.
Anthony & Brenda Aquilante Jr.
Kathy(Baker) & Mike Carroll
November 14, 2008
To Jimmy, Frankie, Lori,Amy, and the rest of his family, My Aunts and Uncles, My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time, He will be missed by all! He was a wonderful person, May he Rest In Peace with his loved ones in Heaven! God Bless You All!!
Carolyn Ferretti
November 14, 2008
My prayers are with Ron's family and
friends, I worked with him at Shaws
Bald Hill and we all enjoyed his great
personality and willingness to help
when he could. He gave us many a
good laugh,I'm retired now but I know that he will be missed by all.
Carolyn Ferretti (Greenville)
patricia flint(baker)
November 14, 2008
I love my uncle Frankie. As my brother,Eddie,said,he had a great smile. Even though i did'nt see him that often,all of my aunts and uncles stay in my heart and head. There is,and always will be, a connection. I remember Uncles- Frankie,Ritchie, Harry,Joe,and my dad,Ed, being silly at 88 Richard street,painting the kitchen and living room walls; drinking some beers, and slapping each other with their paint brushes full of paint in each others face! They were like little boys.laughing and just being "in the moment". I felt real good that day. The "band of brothers" were happy...I know my uncle Frankie is alive in another form, and certainly in my heart. Give my dad a kiss for me,huh? And my mom too,she thought the world of you. Oh, and i never knew your real name was "Ronald?" I don't care,though, you'll always be my very handsome Uncle Frankie to me.
love, your neice,pat
Cheryl Krug
November 14, 2008
To the Baker Family,
We would like to extend our sympathies to your family for the loss of your husband/father. He was a wonderful man. He worked with my daughter Ashley at Shaws and she loved him like a grandfather. We will be donating money in his memory to A Wish Come True. God Bless you all.
Ashley Krug and Family
Marc Messier
November 14, 2008
My deepest condolences to The Family of Ron Baker. I worked with him at shaws, he always had a smile on his face. A gentlemen to the ladies and a friend to all. God Bless you Ron may you be at peace.
Edward Allan Baker
November 14, 2008
"Uncle Frankie" known for his good looks, warmth, and that trademark laugh of his, was an Uncle I was especially close to when I was a kid.
The times I had to stay at "Nana's," he would take me to one of those "Happy Days" type soda fountains, and we would sit in a booth, "Elvis" music blaring,
and every girl in the place felt the "pull" his magnetic smile had on them; and when he saw one of the girls approaching (us), he'd say to me, "remember, today you're my little brother," and I acted the part (not sure why), but him being regarded as the responsible "big brother" helped his cause with the girl(s), and I got soda and chips all day, but better than anything was that for a couple of hours I was his "kid brother," and I didn't have to take on any new behavior because of the role he cast me in; I loved him, and loved being with him! The hardest part was saying "Frankie" without "Uncle" in front of it! Today, my single guiding hope is that his Soul has "safely" crossed over (and) into the embrace of my father who used to introduce him to people by first saying, with pride and love in his voice, "this is my kid brother..."
I wish his family strength in dealing with his physical absence,
but as we all know, he'll never truly be away from us. The impression he left us is deep and lasting. Gods Speed Uncle Frankie. Love, your Nephew and "kid brother," Eddie
Michaela Doyle
November 14, 2008
Ron will be missed by all. I worked with him at Shaws and he always made the day much better with his smiling face! Always talking about the Red Sox, that was what i looked forward to every day. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, it was a privledge to have known him.
Beverly Perez
November 14, 2008
I am very sorry for the lost of Ron, I will never forget about him at Shaw's he was like a father to me. We both scared each other joked around alot, had tons of laughs. i am going to miss him very much. R.I.P RON BAKER!
Edward,Kala,Conor and Mary Curran
November 14, 2008
To Lori,Amy,James and Frank and Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy on Frank's passing. I worked with Frank at Victory Plating and I have to tell you Frank was a great.great man. He taught me many many things about being a father and how to live by example. He loved his children,grandchildren,brothers and sisters with all his heart and it showed every day. I regret not seeing him since our days at Victory and the world will be a little less fun without Frank in it. I loved to talk Red Sox's Baseball,The Pats and Celtics with Frank..I will not forget him. He will be in ours prayers tonight.
May the road rise to meet him
May the wind always be at his back
And until we meet again,
May God hold Frank and all our families in the palm of his hand.
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