Dr. James Delmer Baker Jr.

I wish to thank all of you who remembered our father and our family in your thoughts, messages, prayers, and with flowers. Our best to you all.

Dr. Baker was my doctor for many years. Whenever I went to see him we would always discuss the book I was currently reading. I loved him because he always took a personal interest in my family. Once when I gained a little weight he chastised me saying do you want to be a garbage can? Throw that piece of cake away, don't eat it! I will always remember him as being a wonderful human being.

Dr. Baker was a member of my Sabbath School class for many years. He was an avid student of the Bible. Whenever we wanted the "last word" on a subject we would turn to Dr. Baker. His memory was extensive, he had a story for each occasion. He was our Patriarch who not only knew the Bible but lived it. His example will not be forgotten. He was a genuine hero, his stories of WW II are the stuff legends are made of except in his case they were all true. His regard for his family,...

It was my privilege to provide anesthesia care for many of Dr.Baker's surgical cases over a thirty four year period ending with my retirement in 1996 although Jim may have retired somewhat earlier. Thereafter I enjoyed seeing him at continuing medical education and medical society events.
We will all miss his genial presence, sage counsel and ethical insights.
By his presence he made the world a better place.

Dr. Baker will always be rembered with fond memories by me. He helped me get through very difficult times. He was concerned with both body ans spirit and was a good friend as well as a wonderful doctor. He will be missed.

My condolences to the Baker family. Dr. became our family physician in 1955 here in Stockton on California Street.My parents were Eddie and Frances Romero. Dr. delivered me in 1956 and my brother in 1961. I have memories of him in his white uniform top and his black frame glasses. He was always so kind and even made house calls in the middle of the night when I was sick. He had the softest hands ever. The last time I visited his office was in 1972 when he pierced my ears for me. He jokingly...

Dr. Baker was a long time friend of my family. Dr's. V.W. Pallesen & Mamie G.Pallesen. Also a good friend of Helga King and family.
Jim, You will be missed by all.

Dr. Baker was a classmate in medical school of my father, Carl F. Romans, M.D. He was also my doctor in the early '70's, and truly a wonderful man and doctor! He was a GIANT among the local medical fraternity, and will be remembered forever!

Dr Baker was my doctor. I had him with my first child. He was a very gentle and caring doctor. I have never forgotton how amazing he was. I had a very hard time, but he was there for me. Sorry to hear of your loss. Sarah Henderson (Ambrose)formaly from Stockton