1932
2013
Barbara Jean Baker, 81, of Normal died peacefully at 2:25 a.m. Saturday (March 9, 2013) at McLean County Nursing Home, Normal.
Her funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at East Lawn Funeral Home, Bloomington, with the Rev. Dr. Larry Colvin officiating. Burial will follow in East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Bloomington. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Her family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Centennial Christian Church, 1219 East Grove St., Bloomington, IL 61701, or to a charity of the donor's choice.
Barbara was born January 29, 1932 in Normal, IL. a daughter of William Blaine & Bernadine Woodford Berry. She married the love of her life, Gilbert Dean Baker on April 15, 1949, in Bloomington. Gilbert died July 21, 1994.
Surviving are four children, Vickie Cheek, Snellville, GA; Beckie (Dave) McDonald, Macon; Esther (Jim) Sengpiel, Bloomington; and Dean (Gail) Baker, Aberdeen, MD., seven grandchildren, Brian (Nina) Cheek and Andrew Cheek, Snellville, GA.; Jonathon (Katie Carter) Nord and Jody Nord, Bloomington; Aaron (Lindsey) Wissmiller, Cooksville; Derek (Kristine) Wissmiller, Chicago; Dustin Baker, Aberdeen, MD; step-granddaughter Christina Sengpiel, Bloomington; four great-grandchildren, Rowena, Jacob and Owen Wissmiller, Cooksville; Emmett Wissmiller, Chicago; sister-in-law Martha Edwards, Zephyrhills, FL; nephew Charles (Lori) Berry, LeRoy; niece, Cathy (Montee) Phelps, Normal; and a special aunt, Alice Schramm, El Paso.
She was preceded in death by her parents; twin sister, Bettie Jane Berry; two brothers, Donald and Delmar Berry; one half-brother, Raymond Edwards; and a son, Ronald Dean Baker.
Barbara attended school in Bloomington and Lexington. She was an excellent homemaker who always put her husband and children first. She worked for the Eisner grocery store for a number of years, and as a seamstress at McLean County Nursing Home, retiring in 1998. She was a member of Centennial Christian Church, Bloomington.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to her many caregivers, friends, and staff at McLean County Nursing Home, and BroMenn Hospice Services for the excellent care that she received.
Barbara was a loving wife, a devoted mother, and a much loved grandmother. She taught her close-knit family the importance of hard work, honesty, and thoughtfulness. Although her home was small, all of her family, friends, and neighbors were always welcome. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
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March 15, 2013
Carolyn Fox
We are so sorry to hear about your mother passing away. Have good memories of visiting with her in the past. Heaven has gained a wonderful woman - I am sure she and mom are "catching up" and watching down over all of us. May God give you peace and comfort. Carolyn (Nord) Fox
March 12, 2013
How sad we were to learn of "Grandma Baker's" passing. Although we met Barbara only once, she was so kind to our daughter Katie, who always spoke of Grandma Baker so fondly. We know your family has suffered a great loss and our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Kevin & Mary Carter
March 12, 2013
Becky, Sorry to here of your Mom's passing,No doubt You have many
memories of Her.
Roger & RaNae McDonald
Mackinaw,IL
March 12, 2013
Suzie Quiggins
My deepest sympathy,So very sorry to hear about Barb`s passing,Didn`t find out in time to attend, Barb was a great lady, we had alot of fun at the towers,, my prayers are with you all..
March 12, 2013
We were so sorry to hear about Barb's passing. We always enjoyed visiting with her when we came to Bloomington. She will be missed. Sending our love and prayers. Richard & Ann Scharfenberg
March 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Barbara was a great lady and I always enjoyed seeing her when J.D. and I came to see Aunt Alice and Uncle Wayne. My prayers are with you all.
Karen Scharfenberg
March 11, 2013
Kathy Murdoch
Please accept my deepest condolences. I lived across the street (Linden) from Mrs. Baker for almost 30 years. She was a kind lady. She will be missed especially by Mrs. Smith.
With sympathy, Kathy (Coyle) Murdoch
March 11, 2013
Recka (Rick) McCauley Daniels
I am so sorry for the loss of Barb...she and my Mom (Doris McCauley) were good friends for many, many years. After my Dad passed away and Mom moved to Kentucky with me, she would call Mom, just to catch up...they were there for each other. My thoughts and prayers will be with the family in the days ahead...
March 11, 2013
Aunt Barb will be missed greatly! She was a caring, strong willed person. We all loved her very much especially her strong spirit. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. We can all feel at peace knowing that she is in a much better place now free from pain and with her loved ones.
The Phelps Family
March 10, 2013
Aunt Barbara will be truly missed. We have many great memories of her and family that we will cherish forever. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Love, Gary and Julia Johnson
March 10, 2013
Just to let you know we are thinking of you at this time. we wil see you tomorrow. with love Bev
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