Michael S. Baker

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A great Teacher!

My sincere condolences. Coach Baker was a gentle soul. A great leader and educator.

Mr. Baker was a delight! He was my favorite at PS Jones. So sorry to hear. You are in my thoughts Scott!

I am sorry to read that Mr. Baker has passed away. I was one of his secretaries when he came to Powell Valley High School. Just like the obituary stated, he was always a kind man with an incredible sense of humor. He bought the airstream and parked it behind the school. I told him that he did that to make us jealous and of course he laughed. The family will be in my prayers.

Mike was a true friend and neighbor. His spirit will for ever be among us all.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. With Peace and Love

Jane Ellen, I have been thinking about you and your family. I want you to know that all my thoughts and prayers are with you! So Very Sorry! Love you, Phyllis

Sorry to see that Mike has passed. Always a gentleman & smiling face. My deceased wife, Janice Simons, thought a lot of Mike when he was the Principal at P.S. Jones. RIP & condolences to the family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Much love to you, Jane & your family! You had a winner for sure. May your memories bless you!

I had to have been one of Mike Baker’s original students in the beginning of his teaching career in Washington. Can’t recall the grade or even the subject but I always liked him. Ran into him several times in the past 50 years and he always remembered me. He was a great teacher, coach and mentor to many people.

I have fond memories of Mr. and Mrs. Baker. Mike and Jane moved next door to us in Washington Park in the mid 70s, when I was a teenager. There was an immediate connection with Mike and my dad Bo Bowen, as well as between Jane and my mom. Mr. Baker had kind eyes, gentle hands, and a giving spirit. Our families camped together for many years. And it’s because of Mr. Baker’s (as well as Jane’s) generosity, that my parents were able to travel with them to England in the latter years of their lives-a bucket list adventure for my parents. To Jane, Mike’s sister, his children and grandchildren, may the Lord keep you in the palm of his hands as you remember and grief the loss of a man that had such an impact on so many, young and old.

"Coach" not only taught us in the classroom but the life experiences he shared were priceless. We will miss his kindness & humor. I look forward to seeing you again one day!!

Mike was my teacher and coach at PS Jones. He simultaneously knew how to push and support us as students and athletes. I especially enjoyed reconnecting with Mike and Jane in Bath over the past 8 years. Often while my wife and I walked Main Street he hailed us from his porch, offering words of welcome and encouragement, always with a smile on his face. He fought his battle against heart failure with courage and grace that will teach us a final lesson. Prayers for Jane and the family. His friendship, smile and wave will be missed.

So sad that the world has lost such a sweet soul. A big smile for one and all. Well maybe a frown or two, every now and then, during a school year.( Yes sir, I know the phone number for the Bayview Golf Club.) ❤

Baker Family,

Coach Baker had a positive impact on countless Beaufort County kids, and I am thankful to say I was one of them. His wit and wisdom was golden.
For those of us fortunate enough to have played hoops for him, we became exposed to a wonderful coach who knew his stuff! He pushed us and had high expectations for our team on and off the court. Having a positive impact on his players is a small part of his legacy.

Peace and providence.

Feeling sad. Mike was a high school classmate and great guy. From looking at pictures it looks like he has a great family and a full life.

Mike was a gaint of a person that show you kindness and love in all that he did. We will miss him and pray that Jane and family peace during this time. You will be missed.

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Condolences to a wonderful family whom we shared many activities, esp. the camping trips!
I will always remember our visit last Saturday afternoon. You will be missed my friend. Say hello to Shep, Horace, Dick and Frank. See you again!

To have known him was to love him. Mike was a kind.. gentle giant. You and your smile will be missed at Fleetwood Falls. (I will never put a trunk together without thinking of you. Joyce) Prayers for Jane and family during this journey.

Sending prayers and love.

Baker family, Mike was a special person to everyone he came into contact with. What a glorious life he lived; he loved life and lived it to the fullest....everyday. He was so proud of his family, and he loved Jane more than can even be described. May each of you feel " the peace that passes all understanding" during this difficult time. We will always smile when we think of Mike; his smile was contagious, and his life was an example for all to follow. Every blade in the field, every leaf in the forest lays down life in its season as beautifully as it was taken up." Bless each of you... Gordon and Lisa Davis

Mike and Jane have been such avid supporters of our Martha's thrift store and Food pantry for many years. Mike volunteered on our food distribution days and will be greatly missed. My prayers are for Jane and family during this difficult time. God bless and keep you all. Elaine Hudnell

Jane,
Thinking of you and family and sending love.

Praying for you all! Such a sweet man Grew up staying a many of nights at the Baker home and he always made me feel a part of their family. He was loved by all that knew him. Much love to you Rachel and your sweet Mom and family ❤

Mike is the father of my wonderful daughter in law ( Sara ). He wil be missed but his legacy lived on with his wife and 3 children. May God's peace be with the family.

Jane, Scott, Rachel and Sara: Debbie and I are so very saddened to learn of this news. We are reminded of many fond memories of all of you in Washington Park! Mike was a wonderful, caring person! May God bless and keep you all!

Aunt Jane & Family, I am so sorry about Uncle Mike’s passing away. I will cherish all the good stories he told & forever remember how much he loved ECU & his “purple room” in the Washington Park house. Sending prayers & hugs to all of you during this difficult time.

Of course, Jane and family, my memories of Mike are too numerous to recount. My thoughts are all with you. We have lost one of the truly good ones. Blessings to you.