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Michael Baker Obituary
Survivors in addition to his parents are: two sons, Matthew John Baker and Mitchell Lewis Baker, both of Apex; brother, Rick Baker and wife, Beverly of Raleigh; nieces, Lauren, Sarah and Rachel Baker; cousins, Dean Council, Bonnie Gerringer and Cathy Burdge.
Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 20, 2007 at Montlawn Memorial Park with Pastor Richard Dial officiating. The family will receive friends after the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to his children, Matthew and Mitchell Baker, c/o Coastal Federal Credit Union, 5300 Apex Parkway, Apex, NC 27502.
Arrangements by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
Condolences may be made to www.montlawn .com
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Baker
Sponsored by Family.
June 1, 2017
BEAUTIFUL HEART.PAIN IS ALWAYS WITH YOU.KNOWING GODS ARMS ARE AROUND YOU IS OUR ONLY COMFORT.WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH.MOM AND DAD AND RICK.
Michelle
April 18, 2009
Michael,
It is still hard for me to believe you are no longer with us. Each day that passes I know you are in heaven watching over Matthew and Mitchell. They will soon start a journey in life and it scares me. Mitchell will be going to ECU and Matthew is staying closer to home and going to Wake Tech.There is not a day that goes by, that I wish you were here to help them take these steps into life. When I was holding them back you would say "let them go" I need you to say let them go! I wish you were here to see how wonderful,caring,repectful young men they have become! They are young men, soon going out into the big world. I pray everday they both take the right path in life, so I am asking from you is to watch over them, because you are their "angel in heaven." Please watch over you mother she has had a hard time latley and she misses you everyday!
Family .
January 16, 2009
Michael,
We love you so very much.
We miss you so much. The pain and grief is unbearable.
You had such a tender and passionate heart. Number one, being your love for your sons, Matthew and Mitchell.
Every family get together reminds us of your absence. May God have His loving arms around you. May you be with our loved ones who have gone before you.
We look forward to the day we are all united and we can wrap our arms around you and tell you how much we love you.
Give our love to Foy Louise and Sis and everyone in Heaven we love and cherish.
We Love You, Mom, Dad, Matthew, Mitchell, Rick, Bev, Lauren, Sarah, Rachel, Dean, Bonnie and Cathy and everyone who loves you.
Bonnie Gerringer
November 24, 2008
Michael, Though its been about a year since we lost you
I have chosen this day to honor you, as you were always
The King of Thanksgiving in our family. From your
Over indulgence of food, esp. your deviled eggs, and your
Pie eating contest (that you always won), to your stacks of
“take home” plates that you said were for Gil, (we all knew
better), to your inevitable heartburn by the end of the night.
You would lay on my couch, tums in hand, and in your face
Was a peace and contentment, knowing that you were surrounded
By the family that loved you so, and mostly, that your boys were close
At hand. And that at least one of them would end up laying
Beside you before the night was thru. You were in heaven on earth.
We could not have conceived that you would be gone within a couple
Of weeks. The pain has been unbearable at times for all of us, you were
So important to our family, and to your children. You left so many things
Unresolved, but perhaps in God’s eyes they were resolved, finished, complete.
We will love and mourn for you for the rest of our lives, and pray that God will
Give us Peace and an understanding of your passing. We Love you, Love you, Love
You is all that I can say. You are in our thoughts, and in our hearts until the day
We are reunited. Please speak with God about sending your mom some peace
As she can hardly make it through the days. She loves and misses her baby boy.
I love you Mickle Eddie! Bonnie
Joe Puluso
March 18, 2008
To Mike's family,
I knew Mike from the days back in the early 80's in west Raleigh. We all use to cruise around, hanging out at Jack Daniels grocery, West Raleigh baseball, Athens football games, just enjoying our teenage years with John Jay Eaddy(we miss you), Jeff O'Brien, Troy Mills, etc. Mike loved his Camaro & his Jeep. Mike always had a smile on his face. He was well liked by everyone. I also remember other good times like when the twins were born. I have so many good memories of back then. Although I hadn't seen Mike since Glenn Horne passed away, I had thought about him often. My thoughts & prayers go out to all of Mike's family. God bless you.
Dean Council
January 4, 2008
Michael,
I remember the fun times that we had, all the way back to the Waycross Street days, trips to D.C. to visit Sissy, Ocean City, rock concerts, Wolfpack ball games, just to name a few. We'll miss you so much. Rest in peace, my brother, my friend. You're spirit lives on within us.
Claybon Council
January 3, 2008
Marsha & Johnny,
My Love and Prayers are with you during this Time of Grief & Sorrow.
We're on GOD'S TIME - wheather short or long, good or bad. Have Faith, GOD will get you through.
We Can't Stay Here
We Can't Go Back
We Must Move Forward
Seek YE First The Kingdom Of GOD....and all the rest will be provided, even the answer to our pains, griefs, and sorrows.
GOD BLESS
Claybon Council
M. Lewis
December 29, 2007
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Baker,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved son Michael. There are no words that can adequately express what a profound loss it is to lose a child. We too have suffered this devastating loss. We belong to a volunteer support group that is comprised solely of bereaved parents. We want to reach out to you by letting you know about our group. We meet twice a month in Raleigh to share and give support. If you have any questions or just want to talk, please call us at 833-4022. There is always a bereaved parent on call to talk with you. We also have a small web site that you can access on The Compassionate Friends web page (look for chapter locator). And please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult and sad time.
With love and concern,
The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
Melanie Morrison
December 27, 2007
Prayers from Melanie and Chloe' Morrison and family - we lived down the road from Michael and Ricky as children on Waycross St. and played kick ball in my yard during the summer ! ( : Our condolences to old friends we will never forget.
Bonnie Gerringer
December 27, 2007
Michael,
All of our lives, it's always been us five...you and Cathy,(born 8 days apart), me and Ricky,(born 2 mos. apart), and of course, Dean, the leader of the pack. We grew up together from birth,always together, through all holidays, vacations, thru the hot summer days in Oakdale, to the snowy winter days at Sissy's sliding down the icy sidewalk and learning to ice skate. Every memory that I have, thru childhood, the teenage years, our young adult times with marriages and babies, we five were always there for each other. Our bond continued to strengthen as we grew older, when things weren't so happy, with broken marriages, sickness and loss of beloved family members, but the strength of our love and strong alliance gave us each a sense of comfort and hope. Your passing has been such a shock and left us so heartbroken. We are lost without you, like part of us is missing. My hope is that you are at peace from the troubles of this world, and look forward to the day when we are all reunited. What a glorious day that will be. Rest for now, my sweet Michael, my brother, my friend. Thank you for all of the love and support (and the laughs) that you gave me during our lives together. So fresh in my mind is your excitement at Thanksgiving several weeks ago, when you won the annual pie eating contest at my house, toothache and all.Yet you shared you winnings with the second place winner, because you felt bad for him. Just an example of your big sensitive heart. All of my love. Bonnie
joy fields
December 22, 2007
John and Marsha
I was very sorry to hear about Michael. I am praying for both of you and the twins. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Teresa Piper
December 21, 2007
John and Marsha,
I was devastated to hear of your lost. I didnot know Michael as I do Rick, but I'm sure that he was as fine a man as your son Rick whom is married to my sister, Bev.
I'm sorry that I couldnot make it to the wake or the funeral, but wanted to let the both of you know that you and your family are in my prayers. With time, prayers and the grace of God, you hearts will heal.
In Christ love,
(Family member)
December 21, 2007
Matthew and Mitchell,
We are sorry for the loss of your Dad. You are in our prayers during this difficult time. God bless you both.
Your friends,
Nora, Jimmy and Cody
Tanya Aldridge
December 20, 2007
John and Marsha, I am so sorry to learn of Michael's death. My heart aches for you both. I know how difficult this is. It's been eleven years since Steve died and its the wonderful memories I cherish that fills the void left in our lives. I can still see Steve, Ricky and Michael playing ---riding big wheels down the drive---playing baseball---just having fun. They were best friends growing up.
Please know you are in our prayers and I know God's love will confort you through these difficult days.
Ed and Tanya Aldridge
Family Friend
December 20, 2007
I remember Mike as just "one of the boys" that were lucky enough to play ball and hang-out at West Raleigh on Summer nights.
I can still see him in his Coca-Cola hat.
God Bless your family as you look for the strength to deal w/ your loss.
Jerry Hailey
December 20, 2007
John and Marsha,
I am so very sorry to hear about your son. May God comfort you.
Your Old Friend,
Jerry Hailey
Elizabeth Eaddy Honeycutt
December 20, 2007
Thinking of the family during this time of sorrow. My brother (John Jay Eaddy) and Mike were great friends (We all grew up together). It saddens me that we have lost yet another fine young man. I hope you can find comfort in knowing Mike was loved by all that knew him.
Sincerely,
billy gerringer
December 20, 2007
The lord has given you to us for 42 years,and we are thankful for that time and your life.We will miss you very much.And to the family may god be with you and give you peace.
billy gerringer
Alisa Boykin (Courtney's mom)
December 20, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
a family member
December 20, 2007
Dad, son, brother, uncle, cousin, NCSU fan, Nascar fan, fisherman, so much in life to give, and live for. But God needed you more. We will always love you Michael, and we'll never stop missing you until we see you again. Our hearts are broken and we feel lost without you.
a family friend
December 20, 2007
Michael was a man of gigantic talents, and had a heart of gold. He loved his children, his family and his many friends. And would do anything in the world for anyone in need. It has been a devastation to his entire family with this sudden loss. Please hold them in your prayers.
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