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A. Cornelius Baker
1961 - 2024
A. Cornelius Baker
1961 - 2024
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BORN
1961
DIED
2024
A. Cornelius Baker Obituary
A. Cornelius Baker was a public health policy expert who advocated for extensive HIV/AIDS testing and care, even in the early days of the disease.
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Gerald James
January 15, 2025
The Boston based Bayard Rustin Planning Committee (under the auspices of the AIDS Action Committee and Fenway Health) is considering A. Cornelius Baker for our 2025 Belynda Dunn Award for Activism to be presented on April 12, 2025 at the JFK Library & Museum in Boston, MA. If he were to receive this award, is there a partner or family member who would come to Boston to accept this award on his behalf? If yes, please contact me at [email protected]. Thank you! Gerald James
Mr. Jr.
December 11, 2024
My condolences.
RR
December 7, 2024
A dedicated advocate that wasn´t afraid to stand up for those that truly needed help and support in the early days of AIDS and HIV. His hard work was able to help so many. Prayers and condolences to the Cornelius family, May God be with you to help you at this difficult time of your loss.
Wendy Starman Papier
December 5, 2024
I had the great fortune of doing some work with Mr. Baker, and getting his guidance, in my previous position at the NIH Office of AIDS Research. I was especially sad to learn about his passing. He was a wonderful and empathic person and advocate, who moved mountains with his efforts to destigmatize HIV/AIDS. I was so honored to have an opportunity to get his guidance and expertise. He was such an inspiration to me! I send my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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Carson Loveless
December 4, 2024
Condolences to his family
Lisa Wells
December 4, 2024
Sorry to hear of the passing of Cornelius. Cornelius worked in a field of study that allowed him to help others combat diseases. This showed that he was compassionate toward others. Rest assured that our Heavenly Father will remember the love he showed for others.
JF
December 4, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
RB
December 4, 2024
An advocate for health and HIV and AIDS testing , his dedication helped so many. Sincere condolences to the Baker family, May God grant comfort to you in your tine of loss.
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