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Joseph W. Baker

Date of Death: July 1, 2013

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Joseph W. Baker

        Joseph W. Baker, 85, of Winchester, Virginia, died Sunday, July 1, 2013, in Blue Ridge Hospice Residential Center.

 

Mr. Baker was born in 1927, in Frederick County, Virginia, the son of the late Charles A. and Laura F. Baker. He was a Veteran having served in the United States Army during World War II achieving the rank of Tech 5.  Mr. Baker was stationed in occupied Japan.  He received the Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Medal. Mr. Baker was a carpenter for Senator John Warner at Stonebridge Farms in White Post, Virginia, and Atoka Farms in Middleburg, Virginia, serving for 25 years.

 

He married Grace E. Braithwaite on July 19, 1948, in Berryville, Virginia.

 

Surviving with his wife are his children, Charles S. “Steve” Baker and wife, Nancy of Martinsburg, West Virginia, Joyce A. Jackson and husband, David of Berryville, Virginia, Joseph W. ”Billy” Baker of Bunker Hill, West Virginia, Ronald A. Baker and wife, Wilma of Bluff City, Tennessee; seven grandchildren, Brian Jackson, Wayne Baker, Jeff Jackson, Nicole Wilt, Travis Baker, Bradley Baker and Christopher Baker; seven great grandchildren; siblings, Jacob, Daniel and Eddie Baker, Mary White, Anna Clevenger, Catherine Garrison, Martha Giles, Rebecca Groves and Sarah Jones.  Three brothers, Frank, David and Samuel Baker preceded him in death.

 

The family will receive friends on Friday evening, from 6:00-8:00 PM, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

 

A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, at Mount Hebron Cemetery with Pastor Ben Jenkins officiating.  Military Honors will be accorded by VFW Post 2123.

 

Pallbearers will be Brian Crim, Stan Whitacre, Mike Armstrong, Brian Armstrong, Bryan Conrad and Lenny Millholland.

 

Memorial contributions may be made to Esther Boyd Animal Shelter, 161 Fort Collier Road, Winchester, Virginia, 22603 or Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia  22601.

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Joseph W. Baker         Joseph W. Baker, 85, of Winchester, Virginia, died Sunday, July 1, 2013, in Blue Ridge Hospice Residential Center.   Mr. Baker was born in 1927, in Frederick County, Virginia, the son of the late Charles A. and Laura F. Baker. He was a Veteran having served in the United States ArmyContinue Reading

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Tim Weir left a message on July 3, 2013:
Mrs. Baker, Ron, Billy, & family; I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr.Baker. He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Tim Weir & family.
Jean & Mike Armstrong left a message on July 3, 2013:
Joe and Grace were the "Virginia grandparents" for our children growing up with their "real" grandparents in New York. Joe's patience, kindness, and generosity had a lasting effect on all of us. His love for children and animals was always at the forefront of any conversation. He called them all "precious". We've lost a very precious man. RIP Joe! We love you.
Max & Dottie Foltz left a message on July 3, 2013:
Joyce and Family, Max and I send you our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Take care. Max & Dottie
Russel Dart left a message on July 4, 2013:
Dear Joyce I am sorry to hear about your Father;s passing.I know things happen,they happen for a reason,and I hope your okey.Though I did not know your Dad very well,Over the years I:ve heard good things about him.He will rest in peace.Russel Dart c/o rsdartco@yahoo.com 4th July 00;05 A.M.
Jim and Darlene Weir left a message on July 4, 2013:
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Such a time of sorrow but keep sharing the good memories.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
donn frazier left a message on July 4, 2013:
Mrs. Baker, Billy, Ron, and family my deep sympathy for the loss of Mr. Baker
Jude and Bethany left a message on July 5, 2013:
We shall remember with fondness our "across-the-street" friend and neighbor who: yearly planted, tended beautiful beds of pansies; seasonally gave us "need-two-hands-to-hold-'em" sweet, odd-shaped tomatoes; weekly cut his own lawn; consistently, with love and concern in his voice, admonished Missy with "You get back here, you spoiled brat!" ...and... always took time to chat, share stories, sign Christmas cards, exchange smiles and waves. B @ Peace
Coinnie and Levin left a message on July 6, 2013:
Joyce- We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Please extend our sympathies to your mother and the rest of your family.
Mike and Rose left a message on July 6, 2013:
Joyce and family, sending our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Thom Workman left a message on July 18, 2013:
Joyce, sorry to hear of your loss. In days to come, your memories will comfort you. I been thru this myself 10 yrs. ago and time does heal wounds. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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