Eve Lynn Baker

1946 - 2019

BORN

1946

DIED

2019

Eve Baker Obituary

BAKER, Eve Lynn December 28, 1946 - August 27, 2019 Born in Nelson, BC to parents Marion "Ruby" (Whitfield) and John Applewhaite, Eve spent happy childhood years growing up there with many close relatives. A move in the early 1960s brought the family to Victoria. Eve raised her family here and spent over 30 years working for the Provincial Emergency Program, where she made lasting friendships and met her soulmate, Jack. Eve's many interests included quilting, gardening (weeding really!), browsing garage sales for anything purple or mountain goat themed and enjoying a cookie (or three) with a cup of tea each afternoon. A ritual in the family. With retirement, she and Jack were able to enjoy long summers puttering at the family cabin in Balfour, vintage car shows, rallies and ice cream runs with the Victoria MG Club and, for the last eight years, having daily adventures with their darling granddaughter. Predeceased only 8 months ago by Jack, her partner and husband for almost 40 years, Eve is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Stacey and Ryan Sinclair, precious granddaughter, Paige, and brother and sister-in-law, Robin and Maureen Applewhaite. The family wishes to thank the amazing staff and volunteers at Hospice for their gentle care of Mom as well as the many friends and family whom Eve dearly loved. Mom and Dad are together again; playing crib, taking walks and laughing till their cheeks hurt. "Mothers never really die, They just keep house up in the sky. They polish the sun by day And light the stars that shine at night, Keep the moonbeams silvery bright And in the heavenly home above They wait to welcome those they love" No service by request. Donations may be made in Eve's memory to Victoria Hospice or the Marmot Recovery Foundation. Treasure something purple to honour her in memory. Condolences may she shared at www.firstmemorialsaanich.com

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Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Sep. 7 to Sep. 9, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
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Cathy Korn

October 14, 2019

I was very sad to learn the Eve and her partner Jack both passed away this year. I had the great pleasure of working with both of them at the Provincial Emergency Program. Although I did not keep in touch after I left the office I often thought of them. They were a special couple that were meant for each other. I would like to think that they are together again. Rest in peace.

September 17, 2019

Stacey so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. A loss of your Mother is a terrible thing to endure but just remember she will always be near you and watch over you and love you and your family. I want to thank you for attending my Mum's service it meant so much to me and will never be forgotten.
Take care you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Margaret Mac Kay

Yvonne Sinclair

September 12, 2019

My deepest condolences to the entire family on the loss of such a special lady. I will always remember her as a wonderfully caring person with a great sense of humour. She was so proud of her family, and rightly so. So sorry for your loss.

darrell mackay

September 7, 2019

To my Stacey, my heart is forever broken, a promise made a promise kept I will never forget your dear sweet mom xo

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