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Dorothy Hess Baker

Bonita Springs, Florida

1927 - 2020

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Community Philanthropist, VocalistDorothy Hess Baker, 92, passed to her eternal life on June 14, 2020 in Bonita Springs, Florida. Dorothy was born in Hellertown, Pennsylvania to Howard S. Hess and Elizabeth Leith Hess in 1927. She graduated from Syracuse University School of Music in 1949 with a...

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Dear Sue,

I was sad to read of your Mom's passing. She led a vibrant and full life and left an amazing legacy. I hope fond memories of your Mom will help you and your family in this difficult time. Know that her spirit is now closer than ever - just a prayer away.
May that knowledge serve you well.
God Bless,

Carol Williams Lyons
Fort Lauderdale, Fl

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Dorothy brought so much life and creativity to the Lehigh Valley through her music, art, generosity and compassion for others. We at Valley Youth House will miss her and we send our condolences to her family members. Tom Harrington, Valley Youth House

Dorothy's husband Dexter Baker recruited my husband Harry from Harvard Business School back in 1972. I first met Dorothy through Air Products events, then through her service on the board of Ballet Guild of the Lehigh Valley, where she she generously participated. Years later, we found ourselves on the same business trip to Bangkok, where her sister was living at the time. What fun I had with those two! I didn't see Dottie often in Naples, but we continued to exchange Christmas notes. ...

BAKER FAMILY: DON'T CRY BECAUSE HER LIFE IS OVER. SMILE,BECAUSE IT WAS. DEEPEST SYMPATHY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.