Ursula Charlotte Baker
1944 - 2013
Ursula Charlotte Baker
1944 - 2013
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BORN
1944
DIED
2013
Ursula Baker Obituary
Ozie was fortunate to have been loved by her husband of 25 years, Carl H. Baker, who passed away in 1989, as well as 24 years with "the love of her life" Harold D. Cooksey, who passed away in 2012.
Ursula is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Tom Ostrout of Ventura; son, Bob Cooksey of Ventura; son and daughter-in-law, Eddie and Jennie Cooksey of Ventura; daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda and Roy Beyeler of Bakersfield; and daughter-in-law, Jana Baker Cooksey of Ventura; grandchildren, Jessica, Justin, Jason, Nathan, Christina, Charisma, Chelsea, Karyssa, Kiefer, Craig, Mackenzie and Madison; three great grandchildren, Dominik, Ryder, and Kingston; as well as many other beloved family members and close friends who were considered to be family.
Those fortunate enough to know Ozie were blessed with the love of a special woman full of life and laughter, always ready to sing and dance. She had a deep love for her family and friends, and will truly be missed, but never forgotten.
"We love you, Gaga, and you will always be our sunshine."
A visitation for Ursula will be held Tuesday, April 2, 2013 from 2:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, in Ventura.
Funeral services will also take place at the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor Jason Freehauf officiating. Burial will follow at the Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, 5400 Valentine Road, in Ventura.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at TedMayrFuneralHome.com.
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Mario Da Silva
April 8, 2013
Gaga, I love you more than you would ever know. i only wish i could have been in your life longer than i have been. Its gonna be hard and very different without you but i will do anything i can to keep your spirit alive in all of us!
Jessica Dasilva
April 8, 2013
Gaga, I love and miss you so much! I'm so grateful to have shared so many wonderful years with such an AMAZING grandma. I will never let Dominik or Ryder ever forget Mrs. Wimpydimple. You will always live on in all of our hearts! xoxo
lisa ostrout
April 8, 2013
Mama, I'll love you always and forever, you will always be my sunshine. Love your daughter Lisa
Michael Garcia
April 4, 2013
A Mother figure to me ....... I know you are with all your loved ones now Ozie. I know many loved ones were there waiting for you sweet lady. You made a tremendous improvement in our lives because you cared and loved us so beautifully! Thank you Ozie! I LOVE YOU!
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Sheri Flasch
April 2, 2013
My dearest friend, we had so many wonderful times together and shared just about everything that was going on in our lives. I'm so sorry you had to go through such a tuff time and I know your were very frightened. I know in my heart you are at peace and are with loved ones. I hope to see you again. I love you!! Lisa, you took such good care of your mother and I know the pain you are feeling now, but, you will be together again. Love and prayers for you and your wonderful family. Sheri Flasch
curt carlson
April 2, 2013
I want to express my sympathies to the Cooksey family members on the loss of their Mother. May she rest in peace.
Lisa Tarkany
April 2, 2013
Gaga was such a wonderful lady and could light up the room when she walked in. She loved the family so much and talked about how proud she was to share in family actives. Gaga always treated us like part of the family and we are grateful to have shared her love. Thoughts and prayers are with you. We are just a phone call away. Love you!
Mela Herrera
April 2, 2013
Dear Lisa and family,
My prayers are with all of you at your time of sorrow. There's no one like our mothers and I know God will give you the strength to carry on her legacy. God bless all of you.
Marc
April 2, 2013
Lisa, my love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael Garcia
April 2, 2013
A Mother figure to me ....... I know you are with all your loved ones now Ozie. I hope Pamela Garcia and Gary Garcia were there waiting for you sweet lady. You made a tremendous improvement in our lives because you cared and loved us so beautifully! Thank you Ozie! I LOVE YOU! Michael Raymond Garcia
Holly Gilgert
April 1, 2013
My Aunt Ozie, I love you so much. I don't know if you remember this, but I the day after we just moved to Ventura and I just started a new school. I was feeling very insecure and lonely. After school I walked into your house and you said to me, "Wow, Holly, you look beautiful." I felt so good. Every day afer tha I wanted to look beautiful just like you did. You always had your hair done and make-up on, even the last day I saw you.
Thank you Aunt Ozie for giving me jobs around your house and allowing me to run errands for you. I love your lists. Thank you for helping me feel welcomed in Ventura. I will always love you.
Cheryl Mahoney
April 1, 2013
Lisa, my heart felt condolences to you and your family, I am so happy I had the chance to meet and spend time with your mom, she was an amazing woman, so full of life and love, the wonderful memories you have will keep you strong through this difficult time, remember the fun times xoxo
April 1, 2013
Lisa, your mom was such a force! She loved you and the kids so much. I remember those early days:) hold tight to the memories-it helps. Xxxooo
Lizanne
April 1, 2013
To my dearest friend....God will keep her safe...she will be looking and take care of you from above....im here if you need to talk....love sally
Daniel Ponce
April 1, 2013
Lisa,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you and your family return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I often think about my parents and I know they will watch over us until we all meet again. Give my love to your family for we are very blessed to have them with us forever.
Love Daniel
tristin brown
April 1, 2013
My prayers are with you lisa as well as your family during this hard time. I wish I had been able to meet her I'm sure I would have loved her too. She is at rest now and in a better place so wipe away your tears and rejoice in her death that she is now with our lord and no longer in pain. She will always be with you in your heart and in the memories you both had together and shared at one time. I love you and take care everything will be alright. The brown family :-)
Sofia Reyes-Rubio
April 1, 2013
Our condolences to you and your family. God has your mom in his glory. Praying for you and your family in this time of sorrow. Love?you.
Flavia Pinto
April 1, 2013
Ursula, you will be truly missed. You were an amazing "LADY" I'm so happy that I had the opportunity to meet you. RIP my dear. My deepest sympathy to Jessica and all the family.
Jose Velasco
March 30, 2013
Lisa, my condolences to you and your family, from me, Fred and the Velasco family who have been your neighbors since we were both young children. I have very fond memories of playing hide and seek and kick ball near your house and the Medrano house. Your mom and dad were wonderful people. You and your mom were always really nice to my parents and were great neighbors. She really was a special person. God bless you and give you strength.
March 30, 2013
Ozie enjoyed life to the fullest - she loved her family with all her heart and was a terrific friend. We will miss her beautiful smile and hearty laugh. Our love and prayers to all the family. Lou and Sandi Rose
Kent Madison
March 30, 2013
To the family of Ursula..
Ursula and I go way back to the days of Burroughs Corp. That was 1977-1980. She was a laugh a minute and very dear to me. I again met up with Ursula t ESL. in Ventura, and again a joy. I'm sorry to hear of her passing, but just having known such a wonderful person, make me smile knowing that she is in a much better place, smiling down on all of us.
God Bless,
Kent Madison
Doug Walker
March 30, 2013
I have many wonderful memories of Osi, going back to about 1959. We did a lot of double dating, Osi with Carl and me with Carl's cousin Bonnie. We were very close until I married and moved to Oregon upon separation from the Corps in 1966. We remained great friends even though many miles apart. I recall vacation visits up until just a few years ago. Always a special time when we could see Osi and Carl, and later Harold. And now Osi will hold a special place in my memories. I wonder how she is handling being with both Harold and Carl. Knowing Osi as I do I'll bet she is having a great time.
Doug 'Bruce' Walker
Sue Blount
March 30, 2013
My Condolences to the family. Ozie, you taught me to be strong and to fight for what I wanted to never give up and to make sure that I was heard. You were a faithful friend and it was an honor being your neighbor you were always there for me, I love you ozie and your memory will live on forever! sue Medrano
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