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Ronnie Baker Obituary

BAKER, RONNIE JACK, 72, of Louisville, passed away Friday, November 30, 2007 at SS Mary & Elizabeth Hospital. He was a retired engineer for CSX Railroad. He was a former treasurer of the Engineer Union at CSX, a member of the National Sidecar Association and an Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Claudette Baker; daughter, Bonnie Ruth Baker; and sister, Wanda Brunton. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. Sunday at J. E. Ratterman & Son, 7330 Southside Dr. with burial Monday at 2 p.m. at Louisville Memorial Gardens-West.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Dec. 2, 2007.

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Michael Duncan

May 31, 2018

I found these in my photos. Jack you are missed.

Michael Duncan

May 31, 2018

Jack was a close friend of my family, He was my example of a father when I was a kid. I had not seen him for years, but have a few photos of him. My sadness for his family and wonderful memories I will always carry. Yes Wanda was his sister. I may be contacted at 352-642-4334 or 386-308-5199. Also [email protected]. Rest ion Peace Jack.

Chris Pendleton

December 16, 2007

I worked with Jack at Owensboro, KY during my first year on the railroad. Later, I trained with him to become an engineer. I was also a member of BLET 365 when Jack was our Sec-Tres. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing and wish my deepest condolences to your family. May God bless.

Chaplain Janet Boice

December 3, 2007

My name is Janet and I am one of the chaplains @ St. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital...just wanted to let you know how much your family touched my heart...I will be here if you ever need to talk.
Many Blessings!

Tim Baker

December 3, 2007

I am a retired railroader, and I am so sorry that Jack is gone. He was a one-of-a-kind man. He had a great sense of humor and will be missed by many.

I'm very curious. Is Jack's sister, Wanda Brunton, the same person who was married to Charles Brunton many years ago? If that's true, it is indeed a small world, as she was a really nice person to my family, particularly my wife Kathy and my daughter, Gretchen. If Wanda is that Wanda, I would love to hear from her. She can get my email address through this address book, or call me @ (256)420-6606.

Troy Crawford

December 3, 2007

I just wanted let you know how sorry I was to hear about Jack. I have so many great memories of him and our talks about motorcycles and whatever else came up. I remember him riding the old Moto Guzzi with the side car and one day here he comes down the road with the sidecar up in the air. I was laughing and in awe of him all at the same time. He would help me with my old Harley and always gave me good advice. He always had something good to say to me. He taught me how to drink coffee, I never liked untill I met Jack. I haven't seen Jack in a few years but I always considered him a good friend as I do all of you. He will be missed.

Kimberly Allen

December 2, 2007

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

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