Joan Baker Obituary

Baker, Joan Marilyn 81, of Cape Coral,passed away on January 18, 2012. She was born in Chicago, IL to her parents Leo and Hilda Cain. Joan married her late husband Robert E. Baker in 1948. Joan resided in Chicago for many years until her move to Cape Coral in 1987. She is known as "The General" by her family and friends because of her strength and perseverance. She leaves us fond memories of her humor, laughter, and life lessons which she guided us through our life journeys. Though our mom is not physically with us today, she will always be in our hearts. As we say farewell to her, please make a toast with a "Half!" Survivors include her children; Julie (Bob) Dobski, Bloomington, IL. William Baker, Cape Coral, Jill (Tom) Lensegrav, Chicago, IL, Joy Baker, Cape Coral, Daniel Baker, Chicago, and Roger (Shawn) Baker, Cape Coral; ten grandchildren Craig (Anna), Brian (Mona), Steven, Jimmy, Laura, Kyle, Kevin, Erin (Derrick) Williams, Jennifer, and Heather; 6 Great grandchildren and one sister Audrey Yacullo, CO. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 58 years, two sons Robert and Thomas and her sister Nancy Karich. Funeral Services will be conducted 3:00 PM Saturday January 21, 2012 at the Fuller Metz Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1:00 3:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Ronald McDonald House of S.W. Florida, 16100 Roserush Ct., Ft. Myers, FL 33908, Baby Fold at 108 E. Willow St., Normal, IL 61761, or to (The Calendar Girls) The Paws for Patriots, 4210 77th St. East, Palmetto, FL 34221. Please visit www.fullermetz.com to view Joan's Life Tribute and to leave a condolence.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2012.
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Jill,Tom and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. I know how her love and spirit has touched all of you in so many ways. May her love and spirit still keep your heart warm and may her memory bring comfort and joy in life. I love you all.

Anne Berg

January 26, 2012

Jill,Tom and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. I know how her love and spirit has touched all of you in so many ways. May her love and spirit still keep your heart warm and may her memory bring comfort and joy in life. I love you all.

Anne Berg

January 26, 2012

Joan and Bob were our friends for many years. We enjoyed our visits and shared many a "half". She was strong, funny and a force to be reckoned with! We will miss her.

Ray and Judi Jelinek

January 26, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. As you endure the pain that comes with the death of a loved one, I pray that you also feel the love and support of family, friends, neighbors, and most importantly our heavenly father as he sustains you at this difficult time. Psalms 55:22

hill

January 23, 2012

I'm so saddened by the passing of Joan, but my heart is full of the happy childhood memories of the wonderful times that our family look forward to being with Joan, Bob and all the Baker children, our prayers are for you all in your time of sorrow.

Irene Braun Howard

January 22, 2012

Julie/Bob, we were so sad to hear about your mom. She sounds like an amazing lady. You are in our thoughts.

Helen Pearce

January 21, 2012

My sympathy for your entire family. Joan was a terrific lady, and thinking of her makes me smile. My prayers are extended to all of you.

Nancy Krekeler

January 21, 2012

To all the baker family,Im sorry for your loss and my loss of truly a great woman and mother of a truly classy family. Tony Mannerino sr.

Tony Mannerino

January 20, 2012

My thoughts are with you all.... She was an awesome lady...

Pam Wheeler

January 20, 2012

Jill, Tom and the Baker family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debi & Larry

January 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Michael & Connie Williams

January 20, 2012

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Joe Zielinski and Julie Johnson

January 20, 2012

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Margie Zielinski

January 20, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Joe and Mary Ann Zielinski

January 20, 2012

Julie, As you remember the gift of your mother...may you also carry with you all the days of your life the memories you shared with her. Jean Hutson

Jean Hutson

January 20, 2012

Our condolences to the Baker family in this loss of a parent. Cherish all the time you have had with her and keep all your memories in your heart and mind. Love Marthe and Denise

January 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all

Debbie Harter

January 20, 2012

Love, prayers and hugs to your family, Jill. So very sorry for the loss of your precious Mom. God keep her close.

Kat Czarnecki

January 20, 2012

Jill, Tom and the entire Baker Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time of deep sorrow, I remember meeting her and she was such a strong and fun loving woman, she will be missed.
with deepest sympathy,

Jolie Roberts

January 20, 2012

Deepest Sympathy's To the whole Baker Family.Dan Funkhouser(Chicago,IL>

January 20, 2012

tom cyrus

January 20, 2012

To the entire Baker family - My heart and prayers go out to all of you. The General will truly be missed, she was a one of a kind.

January 20, 2012

Shawn, Roger & Family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
With Deepest Sympathy

Lisa Mann

January 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss. What a blessing to have had her with you for so long.

Ann Harding

January 20, 2012

Julie, our thoughts are with you. Sounds like she was quite a woman.

Craol & Roger Elliott

Carol & Roger Elliott

January 20, 2012

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