Dolores Elaine Baker

Dolores Elaine (Jenkins) Baker, of Grafton, WV, passed away on April 25, 2024, in New Port Richey, Florida, at the age of 90.

Dolores was born on July 22, 1933, in Grafton, WV, to the late John and Mildred Jenkins. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Delbert Baker, son Jeffrey Baker, brothers John and Tim Jenkins, and sister Ladonna Frost.

Dolores is survived by her loving children, Stan Baker (Suzie White Baker), Cynthia Teeman, Steve Baker (Kim Cyr Baker), and Chris Elworth, as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her loving sister Sheryl Isner.

Dolores was a dedicated homemaker who worked outside the home for a few years, serving as a bank clerk in the early 1950s and later as a clerk at Clarke Paper Company in the late 1970s. She was a graduate of Grafton High School and attended Fairmont State College.

In her free time, Dolores enjoyed growing plants and flowers on her porch, quilting various projects, and baking delicious cookies and desserts. She was known for her talent in quilting, winning several ribbons in the Florida State Fair. She enjoyed counted cross stitch and embroidery as well as many other creative crafts.

A small family memorial service will be held later this summer when Dolores and her husband are laid to rest together at Woodsdale Memorial Gardens in Grafton, WV. American Heritage Cremation Society in Florida is assisting with the arrangements.

Dolores will be remembered for her love of family, her nurturing nature, and her enjoyment of games and humor. She was a supportive listener and a caring presence in the lives of those she touched. Her legacy of warmth and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.