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Wilma Baker Obituary

Baker, Wilma Joyce (nee Rowlan) beloved wife of Robert E., mother of Jamie (James) Letzkus, Sherri Tremblay and Barbara Baker, cherished grandmother of Kristen, Tony, Nikki, Robert and the late Samatha, dear sister of the late Pauline Ganza and fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services Monday, 10:00 a.m. at Severinos River Woods Funeral Chapels 205 S. River Rd (1/2 block North of Rand Road/Route 12) Des Plaines. Visitation Sunday, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery, Niles. Info: 847-635-5900 or www.riverwoodsfc.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 12, 2011.

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March 25, 2011

To the whole family Sorry to hear of Wilmas death just foundout by accident My thoughts are with all of you and am deeply struck by her loss Sorry we havent been in touch but my prayers are with u a finer person there neverwas Lov Wendy Diamond

Robert Tremblay

February 17, 2011

I love you

February 16, 2011

I knew Wilma for 10 years and she always brough a smile to my face. Sorry for your loss. Chad White

February 15, 2011

Dear Jamie, Sherry and Barbara & Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. She was a great women, I have many wonderful memories of her. Her memory will have a special place in our hearts . My prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow. Your Friend, Lisa Fontana-Cauble and Family

Robert Tremblay

February 15, 2011

I miss you so much Mom I wish you were here with me.

Richard Cauble

February 14, 2011

Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow.

Chris O'Malley

February 12, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss...It has been many years since I have seen all of you and your Mother and Wife, but I still remember her precious sense of humor and her great laugh. My prayers will be with all of you. Chris O'Malley (formerly of Skokie and St. Lambert's)

Sandy Supancic

February 12, 2011

We will all miss you terribly. You had a way of making everyone feel like family. I know you are physically gone but you will be in our hearts forever. Thank you & I will remember the advice you gave me with Waverly.
Love always, Sandy & Brian

Jamie Letzkus

February 12, 2011

I can't believe you're gone. I'm still waiting to wake up and hear you say 'Just Kidding'. Whenever I get on Pogo I still look to see if you are going to get on and say 'Hi'. I miss you.
Love Jamie

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