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Lisa Baker Obituary
After graduating from Gilroy High School, Lisa attended UC Santa Barbara and then Santa Clara University School of Law. She worked for Kikkoman in Tokyo, Japan, as a corporate lawyer for a few years and started her own practice in Gilroy after returning home.
She treasured her Japanese heritage, loved dogs, and enjoyed hula dancing.
Her big smile and contagious laugh will be dearly missed.
Lisa leaves behind her parents, James and Emi, and her brother's family, Kordell, Eri, Madelyn, Natalie and Kordell.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stuart Kawasaki
July 31, 2023
Just found this.... I am shocked and saddened at Lisa's passing. I know it has been a while, but my condolences to Sensei Jim, Emi, Kordell and family.
Makiko Yamanaka
April 13, 2023
I just learned about Lisa's passing on this website. When she was in Tokyo, she stayed at my house. Lisa's mom and my mom were friends since their student days, and Lisa and I were the same age. I will never forget the fun days we spent together in Tokyo. My condolences to Emi, Jim, and her family.
Liz Rodriguez
February 6, 2022
I was saddened with this news! I went to high school with Lisa and have vivid memories of her kindness & sparkling personality. I know she will missed by many. My deepest condolences to the Baker family.
Jodi Barr
February 4, 2021
I miss Lisa's cheery voice everyday here at the office. Lisa was always so bubbly and optimistic. Lisa enjoyed going to happy hour with all of us in the building. She loved to have fun and laugh. All of us here at Dry Creek Village miss her dearly. Our heart goes out to her family.
Heidi Hitch-Young
October 25, 2020
I knew Lisa at college. She was my neighbor for two years in Isla Vista. Her smile, laughter and friendship were her gift to me and I will cherish them always. She was too young to leave, but we have all been blessed by having known her while she was here. What a gift.
Socorro Muñiz
October 23, 2020
My deepest condolences to to the Baker family. May the love of friends and family support you through your time of grief. Rest In Peace Lisa.
PAUL SPOHR
October 22, 2020
I will remember Lisa with a smile. A great friend in high school. My condolences.
Ursula Ruffalo
October 22, 2020
I am so saddened by this news. Lisa was a good friend, my workout body, and school council buddy! She was exceptional at all she did. My condolences to her family.
Crissy Untrecht
October 22, 2020
Lisa, my college roomie and life-long friend. Even though we didn't get to see each other often, it was always a treat to get together and hear you laugh! I can still hear it now. I hope you are laughing with the other angels and dispensing your wisdom. Miss you, Friend. Thinking of your mom, dad, Kordell, Eri and kids.
Tantingco Family
October 22, 2020
With each opportunity we met involved food, fun and glass of wine in hand. She will be missed.
Sending love and prayers up to heaven in her honor. Condolences to her family. Blessings.
Andria McAvoy
October 22, 2020
You always knew when Lisa was in the building! Lots of laughing and always had time for a chat. Healing thoughts going out to her family.
Irene J Contreras
October 22, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the Baker family. From the Contreras family
Patricia Maroudas
October 22, 2020
My condolences to the family. I was blessed enough to meet her mother. I was her chiropractor and friend. She will be missed.
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