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I taught and coached Jerry for three years. He always gave it 100%. He had a wonderful sense of humor.
Sanford Jetton
April 28, 2025 | Yakima, WA | Teacher


Photo courtesy of Herring Groseclose Funeral Home - Walla Walla
Walla Walla, Washington
Jan 1, 1954 – Apr 9, 2025
Gerald Jacob Baker, affectionately known as "Bake," left this world on April 9, 2025, at the age of 71. He passed at his home, surrounded by memories that only a life well-lived can bring. Born on January 1, 1954, in Billings, Montana, to Martin and Lillian "Marie" Baker, Jerry was an...
Read MoreI taught and coached Jerry for three years. He always gave it 100%. He had a wonderful sense of humor.
Sanford Jetton
April 28, 2025 | Yakima, WA | Teacher
One in a million! Love you more than all the words! Rest easy! ♥
Becky
April 27, 2025
We miss you Bake, we were so NOT ready for you to leave us! Our world will not be the same without you, we love you❤
Larry and Terri Olson
April 26, 2025 | Walla Walla, WA | Friend
What a wonderful man to be blessed to have known. May you rest in piece and know so many peoples lives you have touched will never forget you.
Scott Keller
April 26, 2025 | Walla Walla, WA | Friend
Hi time on earth was well spent. He was a steward of the land!
May God be praised.
Karl and Marianne Newell
April 26, 2025 | Waitsburg, WA | Acquaintance
While I didn’t know Jerry personally, last summer when my husband was in the hospital and our horse died, Jerry came to the rescue. He offered use of his back hoe and wouldn’t take a cent. He said “that’s what neighbors are for.” He was a life saver for me and I’ll never forget his kindness.
Elizabeth Lee
April 26, 2025 | Waitsburg, WA | Neighbor
Baker was the best coach I've ever had. He was fun, challenging and always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him.
Kami Mears
April 26, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Hinchliffe Hinchliffe
April 26, 2025 | Friend
Jerry will be forever in our hearts and memories.
He was part of our extended family and he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Pam Ray
April 26, 2025 | Walla Walla, WA