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Nevin Baker Obituary
He was born on the family farm in Unionville, Maryland on August 16, 1922. He was preceded in death by his parents, W. Snader Baker and Helen A. Baker.
He is survived by his four children: Sandra L. Baker of Tucson, AZ; Anne B. Klein (Richard) of Edmonds, WA; Carol M. Baker ( John Olinski) of New Market, MD; and James R. Baker (Paula) of Frederick, MD. Four grandsons: Jared W. Klein, MD (Laura) of Seattle, WA; John K. Klein (Kelli) of Bothell, WA; Christopher L. Baker (Megan) of Frederick, MD; and Ryan L. Baker, PharmD (Lauren) of Frederick, MD. One great grandson: Bennett Nevin Baker (Ryan and Lauren) of Frederick, MD.; his brother, R. Holmes Baker (Emajane) of Frederick, MD.
Other friends he leaves behind include: Colette Baker, mother of Christopher and Ryan of Frederick, MD; and his former wife and close friend, Albertine H. Baker of Frederick, MD.
He was preceded in death by his lifelong friend and college roommate, Warren C. Smith (Mary) of Middletown, MD.
He graduated from Liberty High School and the University of Maryland. After graduating from college, he served three years with the United States Marine Corps during World War II, including 22 months of duty in the South and Central Pacific. He began his career at Citizens National Bank in 1946 and continued with the bank when they merged with Farmers & Mechanics Bank in 1953. He resigned as Senior Vice President in 1977 to join Frederick County National Bank. He served as President and Director of FCNB until 1987. He then continued as Chairman of the Board until 1995. He retired from FCNB Board of Directors in 1996 with Chairman Emeritus status.
He was a member of the Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ in Frederick, MD. He served as President of the Blue Ridge Conference, Bank Administration Institute and as Chairman of Group II, Maryland Bankers Association from 1961-1962.
Nevin was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity, Alpha Zeta Honor society, the Terrapin club and a life mem- ber of the University of Maryland Alumni Association. He was past President of the Francis Scott Key Lions Club and served as an Officer and Director of the Frederick County YMCA and Frederick Jaycees. He was on the Board of
Trustees for Frederick Memorial Hospital for 25 years and served as Secretary-Treasurer for the Frederick County Professional Building Corp. for 20 years.
Lifetime memberships included: Francis Scott Key American Legion Post #11; VFW, John R. Webb Post 3285 Frederick; Marine Corps League Shangri-La Detachment; BPO Elks Lodge #684. Other memberships included: Moose Lodge #371; Catoctin Club; VFW Country Club; and other community and charitable organizations.
During his retirement years, Nevin maintained a part-time residence in Sun City West, AZ. While there, he held memberships with a variety of organi- zations and associations.
Nevin's interests included a constant daily review of the stock market and financial news; playing and watching golf, the Washington Redskins, Washington Nationals, and the Maryland Terrapins. He and his family have enjoyed their seats on the 50 yard line of Byrd Stadium since its inception. He expressed many fond memories of his friends while living at his home in Fairfield Condominiums in Frederick. He always enjoyed celebrating special occasions with his family and friends at Dutch's Daughter restaurant. He loved his country, his family and friends, and will be remem- bered fondly by all who knew him.
The family expresses gratitude to the staff of Frederick Memorial Hospital, Dr. Bush and the recently opened hospice unit at FMH.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., on Sunday, September 16, 2012, at the Keeney & Basford Funeral Home, 106 E. Church Street, Frederick. The funeral service and inurnment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Frederick County, P.O. Box 1799, Frederick, MD 21702 or the Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ Student Scholarship Fund, 15 W. Church St., Frederick, MD 21701.
Online condolences may be shared at keeneybasford.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nevin Baker
Christina Martz
September 20, 2012
To the Baker Family - I worked with Mr. Baker at Frederick County National Bank. He would tell me stories about my grandfather, Dorsey King, who was his close friend and whom I never met. He was able to bring my Grandfather alive to me through his stories. I'm forever grateful for his caring and kind words. Blessings of peace - Christina King Martz
Alan VenDouern
September 17, 2012
To all the Baker family, you have my prayers and sincere condolences.
I'm just one of many former FCNB employees who had the privilege to work with Nevin and call him a friend. I am not sure I have seen anyone command respect from the lowest level employees to every board member and everyone in between. I smile thinking of his many stories and the fact that he would always share one with you. The square corner 4th floor corner office light was always on until 9, 10, maybe even 11 at night. There are many bankers, but none like Mr. Baker. RIP Nevin. We'll miss you.
Megen Opsahl
September 17, 2012
I was saddened to hear this morning of your loss. It is always hard to lose the patriarch of the family. May wonderful memories fill your hearts and ease your pain.
Judy Derrow
September 17, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Nevin's passing. I too started working at FCNB in 1989 and fondly remember working with Nevin! He always had a way of livening things up and making people laugh and smile! He will truly be missed! Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Lori Swanson
September 17, 2012
I worked with Nevin at FCNB from 1989 until he retired. He was such a wonderful man, always could make me smile & had a hug for me. He will be missed by anyone that had the chance to know him.
Christine Blumenauer
September 17, 2012
Dear Baker Faily,
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. I worked with Mr Baker for many years at FCNB. He was such a dear person and everyone respect him as he was a ffiend to all the employees.
Terry Lee
September 16, 2012
Baker Family,
My condolences. Nevin hired me at FCNB and I enjoyed working with him for many years. He was a great banker and an even better human being. I will miss him.
Chuck Rhinehart
September 15, 2012
Sincere condolences to the Baker family. At FCNB Nevin was an outstanding leader, but more importantly, he was a good friend to all of us who knew him.
September 15, 2012
My recently departed husband, Hal Keller,SR, considered Nevin Baker his very dearest friend. For MANY years, Nevin was always "there" when Hal needed some advice, or just someone to talk to. Hal asked Nevin to be Godfather to our son, Bill, - a job Nevin filled beyond expectations. Our family will truly miss him - his cards, his phone calls and his visits. Our condolences to his many children and grand-children.
Carol Keller
Treva Siedling
September 15, 2012
Dear Holmes and Emajane,
Ted and I are sorry to read today of your brother's passing. He certainly had a full life and was loved and respected by all the lives he touched. May your faith in God sustain you at this sad time. Sincerely, Treva Siedling and Ted Manakas
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