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Adam Baker Obituary

Age 32 Of Afton Will be deeply missed by his "loves", Laurie Roufs; parents, Rondha & Dennis Terhark; sister, Tami (Ben) Lower; brother, Chad (Bobbie); step-brother, Brian (Tina) Terhark; step-sister, Amanda (John) Moszer; nieces, Sara, Allison and Addison Lower, Abbie Baker; nephew, Logan Moszer; grandma, Sara Schiell; aunts, Cathy (Dave) Lindberg and Rose (Paul) Welter; many cousins and friends. A celebration of Adam's life will be Friday, 11:00 A.M. at WOODBURY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 7380 Afton Road, Woodbury. Visitation Thursday, 4:00-8:00 P.M. at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard (NW corner of Hwy 36 & Co Rd 5), Stillwater and also one hour prior to the service at church. Memorials preferred to the University of North Dakota Foundation to the Adam Baker Fund. 2800 Curve Crest Blvd., Stillwater 651-439-5511


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Published by Pioneer Press from Dec. 5 to Dec. 8, 2010.

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Nadine Privratsky

November 29, 2023

Sending love and prayers to everyone who knew this beautiful soul. Adam was a one of a kind kinda guy. I will cherish my memories of him forever. Cheers to you Adam, you will be forever loved and remembered.

January 4, 2011

IN MEMORY OF ADAM JOHN BAKER

“I’ll lend you for a little time a child of Mine,” He said.
“For you to love the while he lives and mourn for when he’s dead.
It may be six or seven years, or twenty two or three,
But will you, till I call him back,
Take care of him for Me?
He’ll bring his charms to gladden you,
And shall his stay be brief,
You’ll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief.

I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return
But there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.
I’ve looked the wide world over
In my search for teachers true
And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes
I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love,
Nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate me when I come to call to take him back again?

I fancied that I heard them say:
“Dear Lord, Thy will be done!
For all the joy thy child shall bring,
The risk of grief will run.
We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may,
And for the happiness we’ve known
Forever grateful stay;
But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we’ve planned

We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes
And try to understand”.

• We love you and we will miss you, Adam

EMT KRISTINA

December 23, 2010

Sending thoughts and prayers to Laurie and Adams family. My partner and I had the opprotunity of taking care of Adam and we are forever blessed to have taken part in his life. Adam was very lucky to have such a wonderful, loving and supportive family. May you all find comfort and strength in all of the memories you have of adam.

Laurie Slagle

December 10, 2010

"Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." -Anonymous

Adam will be deeply missed at the Dayton station.

David Maul

December 10, 2010

It was my pleasure to take care of Adam, meet his family and friends. Your constant love and support and attention will be his legacy, he will be missed by all those that had the privlage to meet him. I can't image the pain of such a great loss, but the fact Adam knew you cared so much for him, sent him away to be with the angles with a smile on his face.

Natasha Plombon

December 10, 2010

My sympathies go out to you all! I've followed the caringbridge and am very saddened about your loss! He seemed to just be an amazing person and it shows with all the amazing people he had that loved and supported him.

Take care and treause those memories.

Pete and Pam Betts

December 10, 2010

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

Bud Lanning

December 10, 2010

Dear Laurie and Adam's Family: I have fond memories of Adam as a teen ager I knew in high school, a friend of my son Tim. The man he became was consistent with who he was then; an outstanding and respectful young man who valued his friends and loved life. His loss leaves a void in many hearts.

Kara Therriault (DeCosse)

December 9, 2010

Your family has been in my thoughts constantly since this nightmare happened! A tragic death of a loved one at a young age is so hard. Things will never be the same but it will get easier with time. Keep Adam alive with memories...no one can ever take your memories from you! May you continue to find that strength and courage that you have had since that horrible night. Adam was very lucky to have such a wonderful support group. Hugs to all!

Stef Haarsager

December 9, 2010

Take care and God bless.

Amy Best

December 9, 2010

To all of Adam's family and friends, I'm so very sorry for what has happened. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Janice Saenger

December 9, 2010

Laurie & Rhonda and all, my prayers continue for you. I pray for continued strength and an enlighted heart and spirit. It amazes me how Adam's story had united so many people through thoughts and prayer. That could be part of his legacy. Having followed your journey with Adam from the beginning and daily prayers as I pass through St Michael, I feel quite blessed to have been touched by him and you. Thank you for sharing this very personal segment of your life. God bless you all, Janice S

shelley onsrud

December 8, 2010

Rhonda & family,
My deepest sympathy to all you. You have been in my prayers throughout this whole ordeal and you will continue to be in my prayers. It's not an easy road but God took you to it and He will get you through it. Sam (Shelley Onsrud)

Nikki Bronson Terborg

December 8, 2010

I am so thankful to have known Adam. He always had a smile on his face that could brighten your day no matter what type of day you were having. He will be missed and remembered as a very caring person who would do anything for anyone.

December 8, 2010

I know Adam was brought to heaven on the wings of Angels. We know all your memories of Adam while be happy ones because he had a special spirit. We are thinking of all of you. Andrea Kemp

Jon & Sherry Hood

December 8, 2010

Thanks Adam for bringing so much Joy to so many lives. Your life has encouraged me to be more aware and thankful for everyday. The world is now less one great smile. You will be missed. I will continue to pray that Laurie and your family can start to heal and live life without you.
Jon & Sherry

December 8, 2010

Rhonda, Dennis and Family, We have been following your tragic story since we first heard of the injury. Our prayers have included Adam and all family and friends involved. We continue to pray that something good comes of all this and that all may find some peace in God loving care. We have had flu this last few days so will not make it down for services. We will contact you soon to try to get together. Bob and Kathy Caven

Paul Lund and Family

December 8, 2010

May the fond memories of times spent together bring you peace as time works to help heal the wounded hearts!

John & Carol Giovinco

December 8, 2010

Dearest Adam......REST IN PEACE......and protect and watch over Laurie, and your BEAUTIFUL Family until you meet again.....GOD BLESS!
Carol & John Giovinco

Tammy

December 8, 2010

Adam
Your journey has ended. Rest in Peace.

Steve And Alice Scherbel

December 8, 2010

Adam,

You are now in heaven with God to take care of you for eternity,with the pain and suffering gone.

May god bless you and your entire Family and Friends.

December 8, 2010

Rondha & family-
Laurie E, Pam, Sam you & I all ran around together in high school in Big Lake. We had lots of high school memories together especially at the Shank farm(you know what I mean). Then we graduated and all moved away. It was fun seeing you & all the girls again at our class reunion.
When this incident took place last spring, I had no idea this was your boy. I realized it when I saw the partial obit in last Sunday's paper and it directed me to his caring bridge site. I was so schocked and so very sad for you. What a horrible & sensless tragedy.My deepest sympathy goes out to you & your entire family.
Cindy(Larson)Hage-Maple Grove, Mn

rose marie gruidl

December 8, 2010

I only spent a few moments with Adam and his Mom at Hospice at North Memorial Hospital. She was a true inspiration as a devoted Mom and is now celebrating her son's life. God bless you all.

Rose Marie Gruidl

Shannon Myers

December 7, 2010

Adam was and will forever be an amazing person! I am so greatful for knowing him! My thoughts and prayers go out to his wonderful and supportative girlfriend and family.

Jessica Howe

December 6, 2010

You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Adam had such a presence. I will never forget him or his wonderful smile =)

Jeanie B.

December 5, 2010

I'm so very sorry for your loss!!
What an unbelievable tragedy. I cannot believe it has come to this. I have been praying and HOPING from the beginning that the LOVE that has been shown would've been enough for Adam to pull through.
Adam, this never should've happened to you. I wish I had known you. What an impact you have made on so many lives.
Laurie.... my heart breaks for you. I have no words that will make you feel better, please just know that I will think of you daily!
To all of Adam's Family and Friends: I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the wonderful memories help you through the months and years ahead.
God Bless you all.

Torrie Crider

December 5, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I am so grateful to have known Adam. He made a big impact on a lot of people and you have all taught us a great lesson on how to truly stand by someone through the good times and bad.
Torrie Crider

Nadine Privratsky

December 5, 2010

In your honor and memory Mr. Baker!

Jennifer S

December 5, 2010

My husband and I were a students at UND during his tenure as student body president. I never met Adam but it seems like he had a very bright future ahead of him. May God be with Adam and his family in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with and your family.

Susan Oswald

December 5, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I have followed Adam's Caring Bridge site and have grown to know him through your beautiful posts. May you find peace in the days ahead as you remember all the fun and good times you shared with Adam. Bless you all.

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