Robert V. Baker, 81, of Downingtown, formerly of Coatesville, died on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at the Lifecare Hospital in West Chester. He was the husband of the late Helen E. Baker who died in 1995. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late John A. Baker, Sr. and Marjorie Echoff Baker.
An area resident all his life, he served honorably in the US Army in the Korean War and was awarded four Bronze Battle Stars and the Presidential Unit Citation Award. After the war, he was employed by Lukens Steel co. in by products retiring in 1989. After retirement bob also worked for Citadel Credit Union in the mailroom and the Little Chef Restaurant in Coatesville.
He was an avid golfer and enjoyed many golfing trips with his friends to Mrytle Beach.
He is survived by one son Barry Baker, Sr. of Downingtown, two step daughters Cheryl Gaudi of Thorndale and Patty McComsey of Coatesville, twelve grandchildren, two great grandchildren, three brothers Charles L. Baker of Downingtown, William H. Baker of Downingtown and Thomas R. Baker and wife Jill of Coatesville, step brother Robert Hendrickson, numerous nieces and nephews, special niece and caregiver Gail B. Dooley of Downingtown and dear friends Paul and Joanne Krupansky of Coatesville. He was preceded in death by two brothers Richard D. Baker and john A. Baker, sister Margaret "Dot" Henry and sister-in-law Doris M. Baker.
A celebration of his life service will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 11:00 am from the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, PA with visitation from 10 to 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be snet to the American Heart Association 625 W. Ridge Pikes #100, Conshohocken, PA 19428.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
RIP "Mr. Bobby"
I would like to send my deepest condolences to Mr. Bobby's family and loved ones. I meant him a few years ago when I was taking care of a friend of his from Parkesburg...Ms. Eddy. He was a loving man, and a good friend to her as well. He always came through to make sure she was okay when he was in the area. I also spoke to him many times at The Little Chef Restaurant. Mr. Bobby you will be missed, and I hope to see you again in heaven. God Bless the entire Baker family and Bless you all. May the Lord comfort and keep you in your time of grief.
Bobby Baker
Thank you for your thoughts and kind words
Bobby we will miss you and
Bobby we will miss you and have fond memories of our times together. With affection George and Joyce (Kennedy) Miller.
Bobby Baker
Thank you for your thoughts Aunt Joyce and Uncle George. Hope to see you soon. Love you both lots!!
Chery, Patti and Eddie (and families)
I was saddened to read of
I was saddened to read of Bobby's passing. I worked with him at Citadel. Bobby was always very friendly, easy going and always willing to help. I have many fond memories of Bobby. He was a great man. My condolences to his family.
Bobby Baker
Thank you for your kind words Colleen. Many fond memories that's for sure. Hope all is well with your family.
Patti
End of a line
Terrible condolences you had to pass knowing you had one son selling morphine and one grandson robbing veteran gravesites. Just so terrible