1939 ~ 2019
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our husband, dad, papa; Nick Baker, on June 10, 2019. After a painful battle with Pancreatic Cancer, dad is now in a place where he is free from pain.
Dad was born on August 23rd, 1939 in Cromwell Manitoba. He spent his childhood on a homestead near Seddon’s Corner, later affectionately known as Baker’s Acres. Many amazing memories were made there with his family, his brothers, sister, nieces and nephews; riding sleds and dirt bikes, sleepovers in the caboose, bonfires, and just enjoying each other’s company. The “Old Farm” was dad’s happy place. He loved being in the bush!
He was a hardworking man who adored his family. Dad loved to play cards, especially crib. He will be missed by his usual crib partners, Uncle Bill or Marty. Dad hated when somebody bent the cards or counted their crib points out of turn. Dad liked to putter and tinker. The tools in his shed all had a place and he expected them to be returned to that place.
Dad and his brothers, Paul and Marion, formed Baker’s Drywall around 1970. Steven, Bob and Gary have carried on the tradition forming Baker’s Drywall 2004, keeping the reputation for good quality work intact.
Dad was predeceased by his parents, his brothers Peter and Marion, his sister in law Shirley, nephew Dale, and niece Lisa Baker. Dad also leaves to mourn, his brother Jack, brother Paul (Rosemarie), sister Barbara (Bill); in-laws Bill (Margaret), Gordon (Darlene), Marlene, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years, Elaine; his children Steven (Donna), Donna (Martin), Bob (Kim), and Gary (Jennifer); his grandchildren Kyle (Megan), Kole (Chelsea), Justine (Sam), Dylan, Mitchel, Sam, Konnor, and Emma. Cremation has taken place, there will be a “Come and Go” Celebration of Life on July 5th from 3-6 pm at Steven’s home located at 71140 Baker Road in Seddon’s Corner. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in dad’s name to CancerCare Manitoba.
We love you dad. We will miss you and will think about you whenever we get passed one too many aces in Pass the Ace. However, we will not eat the card.
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Larry and Debbie Okolita
Our sincere condolences to all the family.
Virginia Kubish
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he Rest In Peace and no more pain.
Gerald & Lori Obie
Sending our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Baker family for your loss. Our thought are with all of you during this difficult time.
Kim Baker
Bakers’ Acres was always a good time. Tons of memories. Whenever, I would be putting another log on the fire, which was an upside down Coke Cola sign Uncle Nick would come over to me, Kimmy, don’t be putting my birch logs on there. He loved his birch logs. 4x4ing in the gravel pit with Uncle Nick and Uncle Marion with me screaming as we tumbled down the sand dunes. And lastly, I need to apologize for the mess I made in the “swamp” when I got my forestry truck stuck. Thank you for being such a great Uncle.
Rest in peace Uncle Nick.
Leona Weidman
My sympathy Elaine, and to your family on your sad loss. God give you strength and comfort. Rest In Peace, Nick.
Eleanor Nazarewich
To the Baker Family Steve and Eleanor are deeply sadden to hear of your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Eleanor Nazarewich.
Cathy Seaton
I’m so sorry for you loss. Sending the Baker clan my love and support during this time.
Rest in peace Mr Baker
Kim Voss
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. We have so many great memories of Nick. He always had a smile on his face and always made time whenever we saw him. Always making a joke was second nature to him. He will be sadly missed but very fondly remembered by all but especially the family.
Rest In Peace Nick
Wayne & Kim Voss & Family
Bill and Olga
We are long time friends that worked and played together and we will miss you very much . We will never forget that pic-nick !!! And all the fun we had. Rest in peace dear friend. Love Bill ,Olga and family
Donna Hlady
I was deeply saddened to hear of Nick’s passing. My sincere condolences to Elaine, the children, grandchildren, and all of the family! No longer in pain Nick….R.I.P.
Rick Taylor
I spent a lot of time with Uncle Nick and Aunt Elaine and the entire Baker family growing up, and it was always a good time. It meant so much to me. At their house or the old farm, I always felt like part of the family.
Our heartfelt condolences Elaine, Steven, Donna, Bob, Gary and everyone else that Nick meant so much too.
Rick and Lorraine Taylor and family.
Ann & Gerald Graves
Elaine and family; Our deepest condolences on your loss of Nick. He will be remembered as a fun guy and for their workmanship in the community. So great that the boys have carried on the family company.
Kimberley Partridge
Dear Bob
You and your family are in my heart and mind. My deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. May he rest peacefully.
Kim, Emily & Jenna
Linda
Sincere condolences to the entire Baker family at this most difficult time.
May Nick rest easy
Steve and Linda Jokinen
Sue Ross Pearce and family
Sending condolences to all of you. He was a very kind, soft spoken, funny person. I remember all the parties he would attend at my parents, he loved to dance! Take Care of each other, and hugs to all.
Ben and Kelly Lloyd
So sorry for your loss Baker family , our deepest
Condolences x
Amanda
All of the Baker’s have been on my mind. Our family is very sorry to hear of your husband, dad, and grandfather’s passing.
What a great family that Nick helped develop. His memory will live on within all of you.
Amanda, Rob, Ethan, Jordan, Mackenzie, and Andrew Clark
Cindy and Ken
Our sympathy Elaine to you and your family. So sad of your loss of your best friend, husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cindy and Ken