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WILLIAM HENRY BAKER Jr.

New Bedford, Massachusetts

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BAKER, William Henry Jr. Founder of The Dyslexia Foundation William "Will" Henry Baker, Jr., 71, of New Bedford, and Nonquitt, MA, passed away peacefully, after a battle with cancer, on Sunday, November 20, 2022. He was the loving husband of Deborah von Kelsch Baker for nearly 42 years. Born in...

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Me on the right Dianne (carter) matthews. My dad Charles Carter managed the nonquit golf course. When I was 4,as in pic. Billy belknap,and Billy baker chased a dog who ran with my stuffed toy. He was kind,funny,and loved my family. I'm so sorry he passed. He was 15 in 1968 in Nonquit, ma. May he rest in peace.

Dear Deb and Baker family, he is missed on land and sea. His jokes and cheerful demeanor were always a highlight of our Wednesday race nights. I am so sorry for his passing, he´s the type of friend you wish to live long. I find solace in believing Will is sailing along and will be waiting for the rest of us to join him one fine day. With warm regards, Joney Swift

When Will came to Newport Beach California, he visited Joan McNichols' Learning Center. A soft-spoken and compassionate advocate for those with dyslexia and other learning disabilities, he was nonetheless firm in his commitment to information based on research rather than conjecture! I will miss his advice but remember what he stood for. When speaking with him in October, I heard in his voice that he was struggling and sent him a letter just 4 days ago, hoping it would find him better. Now, ...

Very sorry to hear this. Will and I were "Maverick Brothers". That is the name used for incoming members of the Los Rancheros Visitadores. Los Rancheros Visitadores or the "Visiting Ranchers" is a social club in the United States. The group meets on ranch land in Santa Barbara, CA and embarks northward on a full-day journey across the countryside after receiving a blessing at the Santa Ynez Mission. It attracts over 700 riders on its annual trek. It was founded by the banker and United...

Will was one of those friends you would want for a lifetime. Honest, kind, funny, loyal and humble. John and I will miss you. Rest in Peace.

I remember the way will would always light up the room. We were blessed to be a part of Will the III´s life for a short while. During that time I learned a lot about dyslexia. My deepest condolences to your family.

So sorry for this great loss. My heart is with the family as I know their pain is great. He seemed like a tremendously amazing human being.