I just learned of Jim’s passing and so sorry you’ve lost your dear father. Dave Asbury is his cousin ( their mothers were sisters). Dave (my husband) passed away November 29, 2023. He had been quite sick for awhile before that. Dave called Jim from time to time to chat and check up on him. We wintered in Yuma a few years so were able to visit with he and Bobby several times. We always enjoyed visiting with them. Good memories. 
(Aunt Freda gave us homemade down pillows for our wedding 65 years ago).
Judy Asbury
Greenacres, WA

           Many people often say that their Dad was their hero…Our Dad actually was. No matter how far away I was I always remembered where I came from and I remembered much of the wisdom passed down to me from Great Parents and at times dysfunctional, but caring siblings. 

           Dad worked so many hours in a week running our farm, I hardly ever remember Dad taking a day off, but I do remember him teaching all of us great morals, exemplary ethics, and exactly what it meant to be responsible, and good or bad, you had to take responsibility for your actions.

           All of his kids have different memories, but I like to think they are great memories that will never fade away. Dad touched many people in his life, and I believe our world is a better place for him being in it, and it will be missing something now that he is gone. I always wanted to be as great of a man as my father…I wish I would have spent more time with you and mom. Rest in Peace Dad you will be forever missed by many.

      “Father’ is the noblest title a man can be given. It is more than a biological role. It signifies a patriarch, a leader, an exemplar, a confidant, a teacher, a hero, a friend.”


James (Jim) Richard Baker born November 17, 1938 at Deaconess hospital in Spokane, Washington. He passed away on December 20, 2020 in Yuma Arizona where he and Roberta had lived for 22 years. This man is our Hero. He married Roberta Ann Baker 10-18-1966 with 5 young children one of which was still diapers. And than legally adopted everyone for his own. He is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, his mother Frieda Baker-Whiteford, his Father Harlow Baker, and Son Michael Baker. His is survived by 5 children. Wayne Baker(Michelle), Debbie Van Hover(Joe), Jayme Sage (Doug), James Baker(Yvonne), Stanley Baker(Vicki). Grand children Nancy Vandehey(Jerod), Tyson Baker(Rachel), Robert Peone,(Jamie), Chris Sage -Peone(Traci), Jason Baker(Amber), Amber Hansen(Daniel), Danielle Marshall(Justin). And 13 great grand children. Thru the years he did have many young adults that actually adopted him for a father figure and called him Dad till the day he passed. This man was truly a true friend a wonderful Father, and Husband. He will be missed by Lots, and Lots of friends and Family. .Rest in peace  Dad. .Give Mom a Big Hug. 

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James Richard Baker

17 November, 1938 – 20 December, 2020

Funeraria del Angel Kammann

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