Robert Michael Baker

In the Army, at Charlie Battery, Daenner Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Germany, fellow soldiers referred to Rob as "Big Bird". Everyone loved the Bird, and Rob served as the glue that held so many of us together on the phone, in visits and on Facebook to this day. Simply said: Rob truly belonged to that sliver of the population that has a golden touch and is nothing less than amazing. Our last phone call together was in August, and Rob's call turned a 'down' day into a bright one. I wish I had known, brother. Thanks for your spiritual and intellectual guidance, and the good laughs. God bless you, Bakers. And thanks for sharing your husband, dad, brother and son with the rest of us. The soldiers positively influenced by Big Bird are too many to mention here. Fondly, Jay Cook, Staff Sergeant (RET) US Army

Dear Baker Family,

My wife Rachel and I had the pleasure of meeting Rob in Brussels while we were living here short term as students. When we arrived in Brussels we didn't know anyone in Belgium but Rob was very kind to and introduced himself to us first thing at church and took us out to eat on multiple occasions. He was a good friend to us here and we looked forward to going out with him every few weeks when he arrived. Rob was also very generous towards the missionaries and watched out for them- they asked us to add their condolences as well. We are grateful to have known Rob and for the kindness that he showed to us in the short time that we were friends. We are deeply sorry for your loss, God bless you.

Rob was and is such a fun and uplifting guy. I have such fond memories working with him in Boy Scout Troop 356 in the Greenwood Ward. All of our Scouts loved Rob and so did all of us adult leaders. Rob has taken the ultimate High Adventure trip ahead of us and we will miss him greatly. Jill, we know you and the kids will miss him more than any of us. Our hearts go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

A great uplifting man to all lives he has touched...! I am very blessed to have known him. My thoughts and prayers to Rob and his loved ones.

Dear Baker Family,

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Rob's passing. I only worked with Rob for a short time at UCB. I first came to learn about his love for his family early one morning when we were both locked out of the building in Smyrna at 6 am! It was that morning where I gained much admiration and respect for such a wonderful man.

I send you all my love, thoughts and prayers. Rob will always be close to my heart.

Dear Jill and Family,
I am very saddened by the news of Robert's passing. He and I worked together at Lilly years ago and when I moved to San Diego we developed an ongoing friendship and stayed in contact over the years when he went to Amgen. He was one smart cookie and I was always amazed at how hard he worked, even teaching classes, and taking time from a very busy schedule to teach an old man how to surf.
No doubt he is in God's arms now but he will be missed by many!
I pray for all of you that your memories of the good times with Robert give you peace and comfort.
God bless you all,
John Kaiser

Dear Aunt Evelyn and Uncle Roy,
"I was deeply saddened to hear about Robert, and I've been praying for you all. I still remember the sound of his voice after all these years since my summer visit way back in the seventies. All I ever knew of him was a sweet and kind person. We love you guys and will keep you in our prayers........"

Jill, we are so sorry! Our hearts just ache for your loss and you have been in our thoughts and prayers all week. Please know we are sending our love to you and the kids. How blessed you are to have the support of a loving family to help you through this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing Rob's legacy will live on through your wonderful children.

We were so saddedned to hear about Rob. We have been praying and fasting for your family and are grateful for the knowledge that we will be together again. All our love, The Haugs

I just want you to know how much Rob means to Kevin and our family. It is thru the dedication of scout leaders and priesthood leaders like Rob that young men grow up to be successful productive members of society. Kevin's path has been rocky but he is finally finding his way. I know it is because Rob and a few others in our ward took the time to mentor him and provide an example for him that he is able to function in a world that makes so little sense to him. I am greatful that he was part of our lives and wish you and your family peace in this difficult time. Carolyn and Kevin Swan

We are still in shock over Robert's passing. We send our love to his wife, Jill, and Evelyn and Roy Baker, our dear friends.

Wishing the family peace and love in this difficult time of loss. Although I only worked with Rob for a short time, his dedication to his work and family were more than apparent. Truly sorry for your loss. May you each find comfort in lasting memories.

I had the pleasure of working with Rob at UCB recently this year. While we only knew each other for a short time, his passing has left an impact on me that is hard to put into words. He had a comfortable and caring way with people, even through stressful situations. I regret not having more time to get to know him better.

Rob, I'm saddened by your departure, but I'm fortunate that I got to know you. I won't forget our road trip from Ghent to Frankfurt (thanks for doing the driving). During our time behind the wheel, I learned about your family and life experiences. You're a good man and will be missed by many.

To Jill and family, I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.

Jill I am so so sorry!! I was completely shocked to hear about Rob. I still can't believe it. I was just telling my sister a few days ago how much fun I had whenever we had a meeting at your house. And how Jeff and I talked about the different things Precision Bldrs had to do inside your home to make everything more convenient and workable. Jeff was very fond of You, Rob and your family. I like to think Jeff & Rob are giving each other great big bear hugs right now. I'm so sorry I didn't take the time to drive up to Georgia and visit with all of you. My heart is just breaking for You and your family. You two were definitely a perfect match, and I will miss Rob greatly.

I was very saddened to hear of Rob's passing. My heart aches for Jill and their family. Rob was a role model for the all of the men and boys of our Ward; dedicated to his family and serving others. Stacy and I pray that the Lord will comfort you, and that the knowledge that you will all be with Rob again will sustain you during this difficult time. We love you.

I had the pleasure of working with Rob both at Allergan and UCB. He was such a great guy, and he was absolutely fantastic to work with. He would often share stories about his family and he would just light up when he talked about his children, he was so proud them. Rob, you left us too soon my friend, you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Oh Jill,
I am so, so sorry. He was such a great dad and a wonderful husband. We are sorry for all you must be going through now. Our thoughts and hearts are with you and all the kids.

Rob,
I was your personal assistant at UCB for the last 10 months. I learned to know you as a great, respectful man always doing everything possible to help others, so grateful for everything (even if I was just doing my job). You were so happy when you could do something in return. You were also a great family man, so proud to tell me about Jill and your children. I will miss your stories about your experiences all over the world.
I'm so grateful that we had the chance to spent so much time in Amsterdam during the team meeting and just before I had to leave for surgery.
All my thoughts are now with your entire family, I wish them all the strength to continue without you. You'll be missed by all the persons who knew you, that's for sure.

Dear Robert's family, we have never met (I worked with Robert at UCB) but my thoughts are with you through these challenging times. Robert was one of the kindest people I have known and I am lucky to have known and worked with him. His spirit will live with us forever.

I remember our times shooting pool in the C-battery day room. So glad we got to have dinner together last spring. You will be greatly missed.

My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Baker family during this challenging time. His wife and children were the center of his life - and he lived to talk about them and share his stories of engaging with them 1:1 and in groups with friends and family. When we worked together at Amgen, he called me one evening to say he would miss a work meeting the next day as he and his daughter just got passes to climb Mt. Whitney. What beautiful memories she will always cherish of that last minute trip. His priorities and his heart were always in the right place. God be with you until we meet again.

Dear Baker Family,

My deepest sympathies to all of you. I worked closely with Rob at Amgen. He was a wonderful person with a keen interest in helping patients. I will miss his sense of humor and his intelligence. He touched the lives of many, and he will live on in the memories of those he touched.

Rob
you will be missed by all, your influence will live on

I am still in shock! My prayers to the Baker Family! He will always be one of my guys!

I knew Rob as Elder Baker in Taiwan 25 years ago. His joy for life and smiles were impressive to me and all whom he served with.
My prayers are for you all through this difficult time.
Respectfully,

The legacy of how wonderful of a father you were here on earth will constantly be on display as we watch you sons and daughter become the amazing, beautiful people you intended them to be. We love you Jill, Tanner, Bekah, Kyle, and Luke.

Robert influenced me in many ways. He taught me to spit shine my shoes. He was always smiling and taking care of those around him. I remember most his infectious energy and enthusiasm for life.
I know he will be reunited with his family and friends in the eternities, and although we ache without him, we can be made whole through our belief and faith in the Savior of mankind. I will remember his smile.

Jill,
I will always remember Rob as a giant among men. He showed great kindness to me while we labored together as missionaries for the LDS church many years ago. I'm so glad he was crazy enough to run and compete in events that brought him to St George. I really enjoyed seeing him and refreshing our relationship every so often. I will miss him.
Thank you for sharing his life with me - I'm grateful for the lessons he taught me.
Only my best to you and yours during this time, and always.

We will miss you Brother, Medic.

C 2/60 Air Defense Artillery (West Germany)

My condolences to the Baker family. I knew Rob as as a missionary in Taiwan who stood - literally - head and shoulders above all around him. His heart equally large, and his influence will be missed.

Bro may we catch a few perfect waves in heaven where you'll surely end up miss & luv ya bro

So sad to hear such a wonderful person has passed away
He showed so much concern for those around him, loved his family so much!
He and his grandpa had such fun/interesting sharing things about life. He is already missed now and I pray for Evelyn and Roy and Jill for comfort and strength.
NAOMI MACNUTT FT MILL SC

Our love and prayers are with you!
Chris, Susan, Mason & Jackson McElvy

My deepest condolences to Jill and the children at this sad time. Rob was such a wonderful father, husband, and friend to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. Heaven received another Angel. Prayers and thoughts to all his family at this most difficult time. Love you all.

You will be missed, But we know Heavenly Father had a good reason to bring you home. Looking forward until we meet again!

I will always remember Rob and I offer my sincere condolences and prayers for all of his family! I was in 12th ward in San Diego with him and also went to high school with him. Such a gentle giant- physically and spiritually! He was always very caring about others and was a great man and friend! He always talked lovingly about Jill and the kids! I had talked to him on the phone a few months before when my Dad was in the hospital. He asked me how I REALLY was! He wanted to make sure that I was alright. Thats the kind of friend he was! I loved seeing his pics of his travels and his family that he loved so much! I never ever heard an unkind thing come out of his mouth! RIP Robert until we meet again!

Heidi and I send our deepest condolences, prayers and thoughts to all of you. Rob, was a tremendous colleague who was well respected professionally and personally. We will miss his larger than life presence.

Tom and Heidi Knox

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. Rob was a good man and a kind colleague. I will never forget the time spent together at work and his gentle sense of humour.

This is such shocking news. Heaven must've been in desperate need for an angel. Our deepest sympathies go out to Jill and the children. Rob was such a great friend. We are so sorry for your loss.

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord be with you all during this sad time in your life. We love you

My deepest heartfelt condolences to the Baker family. Rob was one of the nicest people I had ever met. He comes from a truly wonderful family. I am still in shock that he is gone, but definitely will never be forgotten.

We are sorry for your loss. We ask Heavenly Fathers blessing to be with your family at this time.

Our deepest sympathy to his family. Connie and Ned Hogan

I've never met a more positive force for helping people, someone who was so giving of his time while being a terrific involved Dad. He was always unselfish and stopped to help anyone. He was a larger than life friend and I will miss him deeply.


Bill Cooper (Allergan Co-Worker, Irvine)

I am so saddened and shocked to hear about Robert's passing I don't know what to say. Robert was always so gracious and I always admired what a great example he set for his kids and family and as a professional. He always strived to be the best he could be and he came to be a wonderful, respected guy. I'm so, so very sorry to Roy and Evelyn, his siblings and to Jill and the kids.

My deepest condolences to Rob's family. I was so saddened to hear the news about Rob. I've worked with Rob on and off over the past 15 years - first sitting in the cubicle next to him at Lilly and most recently working with him at Amgen. He was so fun and positive; you could always count on him for a funny comment or joke.
It was clear how much he loved all of his family. I wish you the best in coping with this tragic loss.

Rob was one of those rare people that touched people's hearts in a profound way. He was gentle, humble and kind, and delightfully funny... and it was indeed an honor to have known him. May the sentiments in this guest book and the strength of your faith give you comfort in this difficult time. We hold you and yours close to our hearts...

Rob was a very fine person to have known and worked with. He stands out among many I have known and I am surprised and shocked to hear of his passing. May God's blessings be with his family and friends in their loss

Jill, my heart is filled with so many emotions. First it's filled with great happiness and joy with the wonderful memories created with and by Robert. With gratitude for the example he was for my son Paul. And with sadness at his passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray the Lord will hold you close and bring comfort and peace to your heart. I'm sure Robert won't be far away and will watch over you and his children until you are once again united. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love you!

Very sad news. My deepest condolences. I had not worked with Robert for many years, but he left a lasting impression on me as a smart, energetic, family-minded man with a heart of gold. I am sure he will be missed.

Jill, we are sending our prayers and love to you and the kids. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us during this time of transition. You have a wonderful family to buoy you up. Just know that you have support from many more outside of your immediate family. We pray for our Savior's peace to rest upon you and the kids. Love Josh & Courtney

I am in shock regarding this news. Jill, I am so sorry for what happened. Rob was and is such a wonderful person. He always had such a positive attitude and was always willing to help others. I remember driving with Rob around the neighborhoods of Moorpark and Camarillo looking at homes when he was thinking of joining Amgen years ago. We had a great time catching up about the San Diego days and surfing. I will always smile when talking and thinking about Rob. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Psalm 23rd - Rest in peace Robert. God is the strength of your family. Amen.

I am very saddened to hear this news. My prayers and thoughts go out to Jill and their children at this difficult time. Rob had a big heart and easily shared it with his work colleagues.

We have had your family in our thoughts and prayers all week. This news has been heartbreaking for all who know you, your family, and we can't comprehend what you must be feeling. There are no words to ease the pain, but we love you and know you will be surrounded by loving family, friends, and the Comforter, as well as, wonderful memories.

We have been thinking of you and praying for comfort for you all. We are shocked and saddened with you. He truly is just such a special man! We love you a hundred million times over and wish we could be there to hug you tight.

"To: Robert's Family
Our deepest condolences and prayers to you and all bereaved by this tragic loss. May you find comfort some how and move on with your lives as Robert would have wished. I knew him shortly while he was on his mission in Northern Virginia and he was a large part of my conversion to the Mormon faith. I will miss him, as we were to meet again shortly while Tanner was here in Provo. I was really looking forward to talking to him again and thank him for being a part of my life. Very Sincerely Glyde & Marjorie Hawkins,

Jill, I will always think of Robert as more of a brother to me. He always greeted me as his brother from another mother and that still brings a smile to my face. Our prayers are with you and family at this time.

Jill, my sincerest condolences to you and the entire family. One of the most blessed moments in my life was meeting Robert, you and the children. Robert was larger than life and his heart was bigger. He will truly be missed. I know that he will be in our hearts for ever and always.
Tanner, Beckah, Kyle and Luke. Your dad by and far was nothing short of amazing. He lived his life helping everyone and his heart was genuine. But never forget, he lived his life for all of you and your mom. His greatest joy was you. Never forget that. May god bless you all and keep you close.

Jill,
He will always be Big Rob to us. We hope to see you in Cali as the Carlsbad ward remembers this giant soul.
Love, Barbara Miller

To: Robert's Family my deepest condoliences and prayers for a much loved Son, brother, father, uncle,friend and on behalf of the Veterans of C-Btry 3/44 ADA a heart felt salute

One Christmas my parents were out of the country and I was invited to spend the holiday at Robert's in-laws home in San Diego. Robert and Jill were there and we had a great time - Robert was a hilarious guy and kept us all entertained with his stories and humor. We went to a Church dance together and had us on the floor laughing with his 1980's moves. And when he heard I didn't know how to surf he arranged to take me and show me the ropes. He was a patient teacher but I wasn't very good. But I appreciated his gesture.

Years later, I was looking for some career guidance and learned Robert was passing through town with his family. I admired him, and asked if he'd be open to meeting and steering me down the right path. He graciously sat with me for an hour and gave me some great advice. Again, he didn't have to do this, but he was just that kind of person - willing to give up some time to help another person.

You could tell that Robert's giving came from a place of happiness and love. I offer my sincere condolences to Robert's family. He was a good man who is much admired and will be missed by all who knew him.

This is still shocking news to bear. Our thoughts and prayers are truly with you, Jill and Family. May you feel the peace and strength of the Comforter to buoy you up in the difficult days ahead, and know of the Love of Lord. May you allow others to help you bear this burden. All our love, Uncle Bud and Aunt Laurie

I am so saddened by this news but terribly sad for the family left behind. May fond memories ease the pain in your hearts. I will miss the banter on Facebook and his great personality, living vicariously through him with his travels all over the world. What a great example of living, loving and kindness to others. I grew up in the San Diego 12 ward north stake and have kept in touch. I will miss you brother Baker. Till we meet again.