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Furney Baker Obituary

Furney G. (Buck) Baker Jr., 74, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with his Lord on Thursday, January 22, 2009. He was predeceased by his parents, Furney G. Baker Sr. and Sallye Twisdale Baker. During the Korean Conflict, he served in the United States Navy as a frogman. He retired from Kemper Insurance Company with 40 years service. A member of Melrose Masonic Lodge #139 AF&AM, he was also a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies and the Sudan Temple of the Shrine, Newbern, N.C. A man full of life, "Papa" enjoyed NASCAR, Civil War history, dancing and fond memories of life at Smith Mountain Lake. Travel was a passion, which took him from camping to as far as the Pyramids of Egypt. Surviving are his daughter and son-inlaw, Robbin and Mark Whitley; former wife, Bobbie Sue Robertson and husband, Mike; brother, Burwell Baker and wife, Linda; nephew, Jim Baker and wife, Courtney; and special friends, Pat Hall, Vicky Snelson and Bob Robertson. The family wishes to thank Elm Park Estates' staff for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Children's Hospitals, c/o Kazim Shrine Temple, 628 Campbell Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24016. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Terry Mabry will officiate. Masonic Rites will be by Melrose Masonic Lodge #139 AF&AM. Military honors will be by the United States Navy. The family will receive friends immediately after the memorial service at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2009.

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Kelly Burd-Adams

February 2, 2009

Hello Robin,
I met your Dad while visiting a friend at Elm Parks Estates. Since that first time, I looked forward to seeing him each Sunday. Buck always had a wonderful smile and was a very interesting person. He sure did love you. I'm dissappointed that I did not know he passed away on the 22nd for I would l have like to have talked with you personally and attended his service. I saw him on the 18th and although he did not feel well that day, he sure did have that smile. We had a nice conversation. I'm sorry for your heartache. Your dad loved you and really appreciated seeing you and your co-workers and/or girlfriends. He loved the visits.

Harry Collins

January 28, 2009

Robbin,

I am very sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. I know it's a very hard time right now and you are definitely in our thoughts and prayers. I wish you the very best always!!

TERRI SLOAN

January 28, 2009

ROBIN,

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD,HE WAS VERY SWEET PERSON
& VERY FUNNY WHEN HE CAME IN
TO SEE US AT THE OFFICE.

TERRI SLOAN & DR,NOLAND

Debbie (Pat Hall sister) Duty

January 25, 2009

Robbin, I am sorry to hear about your Dad. You and your family will be in our prayers. We were in Tazewell when Pat called mom and told us, so if there is anything we can do for you let us know.

libby hale

January 24, 2009

robin as a young girl growing up .we lived in maryland..your mom and dad lived not to far from us and i could'nt wait for them to visit us on the week-ends.your dad was always alot of fun.we would go skating and he would go with us.he and jerry was racing and buck fell and broke his arm.but that didn't stop him.he always had a smile on his face..we will all miss that smile.you were a good and faithful daughter.i love you
libby

Pat Hall

January 23, 2009

Papa: I will always treasure our great times and dances together. You've been like a Dad to me and brought me the BEST friend in the world. I will miss you always and love you.

Aldene Dyer

January 23, 2009

We are terribly sorry for your loss. Scott, Iris and I are thinking of you and praying for you.

Brenda Mooney

January 23, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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