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Lorrie Baker Obituary
Baker was a graduate of Fresno State College and she went on to earn a Master's degree in Education. She was a gifted, lifelong primary school teacher who brought her talents for nurturing, compassion, and joy into her decades of service to Oakland's Lakeview Elementary School and to the many organizations with which she volunteered.
She is survived by Caplin, brothers Phill Laursen of Gilroy and Byron Laursen of Santa Ynez, and her two sisters-in-law, Kathy Laursen of Gilroy, and Theresa Laursen of Santa Ynez, her nieces and their partners Lisa Laursen (John) of New Orleans, Jen Laursen-Helling (Chris) of Vallejo, and Kristin Laursen (Jacobus) of Gilroy and treasured grand-nephew, Viggo Swarts. Lorrie avidly supported many charities. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation to the charity of your choice.
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Lee Patterson
September 21, 2019
As a member of the Scenic Streets of Oakland volunteer effort Lorrie was one of the best. As a friend she will always be remembered. I am so grateful for our wide ranging conversations and time spent together especially during what she called her "summer vacation." Goodbye dear friend.
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Mary Mullins
September 17, 2019
My husband Tony Mullins and I were the apartment managers on Merritt Ave. Lorrie was always kind and thoughtful.
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