1920
2012
George Stanley Baker, Sr., 91, of Morganton, died Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Burke Hospice & Palliative Care in Valdese. Born on November 18, 1920 in Burke County, he was the son of the late John Luther Baker and Nora Jane Anderson Baker.
Mr. Baker served in the United States Army, 83rd Infantry Division, during World War II, having received the Bronze Star Medal. He was active in his family genealogy and was the author of Reep-Baker-Dysart-Patton-Anderson Family History.
Mr. Baker was loved and cherished by his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Kathryn Ruth Bernstein; sisters, Rosa Lee, Nora, Mary Edith, Eula and Ruth; and brothers, Edgar, John Franklin "Frank" and William Woodrow.
He is survived by his wife of over 65 years, Irma Wolz Baker; sons, George Stanley Baker, Jr. and his wife, Urszula Emelia of New York and John Louis Baker and his wife, Debra of New York; daughter, Heidi Marie Griffin and her husband, Frank of Morganton; sons-in-law, Glenn Bernstein and John Simonetti; and grandchildren, Jeremy Simonetti, Jesse Baker, Michael Bernstein, Grace Simonetti, Jade Johnson, Karolina Baker and Mark Bernstein.
The family will receive friends from 7:00-9:00 p.m., Friday evening, September 28, 2012 at Kirksey Funeral Home in Morganton.
A private burial will be held at a later date at the Western Carolina State Veteran's Cemetery in Black Mountain, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Burke Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc.,
1721 Enon Rd., Valdese, NC 28690.
Online condolences may be sent to the Baker family at www.kirkseymorganton.com.
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September 28, 2012
Pat & Erich Berberich
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May you find comfort in your loving memories of George.
Love, Pat, Erich & Family
September 28, 2012
Jim Reep & Reep Family Association
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
September 28, 2012
Anthony Luckadoo
God bless you all during this time of grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 28, 2012
Chaplain Richard Reuer
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, mail to: Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. (This is a free service to fallen veteran families.) Thank you.
September 27, 2012
Julie Wolfe
Wishing you all peace and love at this time. And may your heart dance every time you think of him, and cherish his memories forever. Wish I could be there with you to celebrate his life. Sending you all a big hug!
Love, Jules
September 27, 2012
Karen Goehring
My heart goes out to you all, and I pray God grants you peace and comfort at this time and always. Love and prayers.
September 27, 2012
David Jerome
God Bless you Bakers.
It's hard to lose a Dad. I know. I lost mine.
May the God of Abraham Isaac & Jacob be with you, comfort you and keep you. And may your memories of Dad be always sweet.
-David Jerome & Family-
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