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John Baker Obituary
Fleming, Georgia
John Thomas Baker Jr. passed away unexpectedly on February 20, 2020 at his home in Fleming, GA.
John was born in Baltimore, Maryland on October 16, 1944 to John Thomas Baker Sr. and Flossie Maddox. He served as a Corpsman in the United States Navy for four years before marrying Gussie on March 15, 1966. He worked for Gulfstream for 29 years before retiring in 2003. John was a loving husband and devoted father. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, going to the beach, and spending time with his family. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
John was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Lee Walker.
John is survived by his wife, Gussie Baker; his children, Chris (Melanie Baker), Shannon (Tim Stone) and Jennifer (Robert Harrison); his nine grandchildren; his two great grandchildren; and his sister, Joyce Baker.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make contributions to any charitable organization.
Carter Funeral Home Bryan Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. To share a memory or leave a condolence, please visit www.carterbryanchapel.com.
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Susan Sharpe
February 27, 2020
Time comes and goes so quickly. Memories take me back to when the kids were growing up... Tom and Gussie were a great part of the neighborhood parents ... life was grand because we had no worries. Those happy thoughts will always be ours! Life changes but love and belief in God takes us even better places when we leave. Tom is in such an even happier place with God !!
Love Susan and Jim Sharpe
Sandie, Michael, Tracey & Tonia
Charles and Ruth Darling
February 24, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. We have many good memories of our times with Tommy and your family. May the Lord comfort you with His tender loving care. Charles and Ruth Darling
Roy Bridges
February 22, 2020
Ms. Gussie and all Baker family members,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences in the untimely loss of my old friend Tom.
Tom and all of us that worked together for so many years shared a lot of life together.
We cried together and laughed together for many years. The best part to remember will always be the laughter we shared.
If we could harness it all, we could write a best seller book and the movie would far exceed that.
While I didnt get to see Tom again after he left Gulfstream, we connected on FB and kept up the fun times together and continued to share laughter. I thank God for knowing Tom and all the great times we shared in our little department, that was kept in a small hidden room, yet kept the spares world running. Tom was part of an awesome work family.
It is my prayer today that God will comfort all family members and friends with a love that only he can provide.
Be Blessed.
Dawn Schneider Brewer
February 21, 2020
I have not seen Tom in many years, but he was an awesome person. He will be missed! So, sorry for your loss, my prayers are with your family. Dawn Schneider Brewer
John & Erica Macey
February 21, 2020
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We pray that God brings peace and comfort to you during this time.
Lester Turner
February 21, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to Gussie, children, and family. Tom was a very good friend during my early career at Gulfstream in the business office.
Sue & Stephen Williamson
February 21, 2020
We are so sorry for yalls loss. Our prayer are with you!
Amanda Roper
February 21, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Baker was such a kind, fun man who always made me feel welcome. I have many wonderful memories of Mr. Baker and am heartbroken for you all. Much love, Amanda Estes Roper
Robin Rahn
February 21, 2020
Mr. Tommy was so funny and alot of fun to be around. My memories of him are all happy ones. My condolences and love to you all. Prayers going up for God's comfort.
Rachel Emerson
February 21, 2020
You're so missed Uncle Tommy. To the rest of the Baker family, I miss and love you all so much.
Kim & Steven Hugunin
February 20, 2020
Shannon and family, so sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Cari Rivera
February 20, 2020
Such a sweet man and a wonderful family. Sending love and prayers.
Christina Soley
February 20, 2020
Jonathan and I are very sorry for your loss, Tommy will be missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
Kim Clark-Lacy
February 20, 2020
My deepest condolences Mrs.Baker, Shannon, Jennifer and Chris. Mr. Baker will truly be missed. Sending prayers and my love.
Kimberly Sellers~Clark
February 20, 2020
Mr B- I have 40 years of great memories of you/us. You were the coolest/funniest dad ever as well as my 2nd Dad! You will be greatly missed but never forgotten! R.I.H...until we meet again~ Kim Sellers
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