Dr. Paul Baker

I was very sorry to learn of your loss. I was a Dartmouth College student and Steve Gillis was very kind to let me work in the lab under the guidance of Paul. It was a wonderful experience-he was very patient and always made me feel welcome, even though I knew very little. He had a great sense of humor and was very caring. He knew how important it was for me to get accepted to medical school and was the first one to notify me of my acceptance-before I received the letter!
I have very fond...

My condolences to the family. May the family find much comfort in God's word at Matt. 5:4

I miss my brother very much. Our telephone conversations were laugh-a-thons except for our political discussions in which he was almost always wrong. He has always been there for me and I think of him everyday. Thom Baker

Carol

I was shocked and saddened to read about Paul's untimely passing. As you know, we had a lot of fun times joking around during the many, many years of playing bridge on the ferry. I was excited to see him show up for duplicate bridge in Indianola a few months ago, and had hoped he would begin playing regularly. Paul will be in my memories until my time comes. My sincerest condolences to your children and you.
Lee Kueckelhan

I first met Paul riding in a U.W. Van Pool where Paul and I instantly became friends. I will fondly remember many hours together in the van ,on the ferry, in my car, on a fishing trip or enjoying wonderful times with Paul and Carol while out to dinner then playing cards at their home. His lust for life, love for his family and the ability to tell stories that would lift everyone's spirit will be sincerely missed by all.

A man who, among other things, loved life, people, science, and motorcycles. A nurturing soul with a great sense of humor. I wish there were more people in the world like him...we are certainly the poorer with his loss.

My fondest memory of Paul is when we were on a traveling team tasked to help design Helix. Paul kept the team in stitches with his humor, wit and warmth. I nearly considered buying a hog. Katie, Carole and Scott, thank you for sharing Paul with us.

I heard about the legend before I got to know the man at Immunex - I wasn't a researched but an early "suit" - Paul's sense of humor, scientific passion and lust for life was inspiring. I am truly saddened by his passing - a loss for the planet. Sincere condolences to his family.

Paul and I worked together at the UW until he retired 3 months ago. He was not only an amazing human being but also an outstanding scientist and colleague. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.