As a teenage boy in the 40's and 50's living in Miami I couldn't wait until the Chicago Westerners came to skate. Annis Jensen was something very, very special. And then she became the Captain of the San Francisco Bay Area Bombers. I watched her and all the other great skaters every Saturday for many years on WPIX in New York City. Rest on Peace.

' BIG RED' A great friend, athlete and lady.....I will miss watching going up and down the river on your jet ski. You are my inspiration forever.
                                                                     Little Red

Annis was definitely a pioneer in women's sports. She was always a classy lady and will be missed. We send our love to Barbara and family.

I will hold on to the memories of  a wonderful friend of 65 years.  Annis was a great person, loving Mother and one of the outstanding skaters of RD.  Blessings to Barbara and family.
Dolores Doss Chang

I skated with annis for many years.she was a wonderful women.my heart goes out to her family.

Whenn I first started watching Derby as a child back in the 60's I got to see Annis skate. She was an amazing skater and athlete. Annis was all about the game deserved to be a captain. Thank you Annis for all the great memories. I hope you are surrounded by your family and friends.  To Barbara and family, you are in my prayers and my deepest sympathy.

my last game with her was in St. Louis 1975. Drawn up to be with her family and Skate Mates. Condolences to Barbara & Family   Sally Ann Vega

My heart goes out to Barbara and her family. Annis was an amazing lady and a great skater! She will be missed, Margie Laszlo

Dear Barbara & family..Sorry to hear of your Mom's Passing..One hell of a woman & ALL TIME GREAT SKATER..Stay positive..Keep your head to the sky.R.I.P. Miss Annis..Stan Purdy (Malden,Ma)

I never got to meet her but I loved to watch her skate rip big red

From MaryLou Palermo
She asked me to post how much she admired Annis  both on & off the track .She will be missed by skaters & fans & most of all her Derby family .Please no Barbra that were all here for you. Mary Lou Palermo

Dear Barbara and family, We're very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was an amazing person and a legendary skater and performer. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.

Nana I will forever miss you and I know your now with grandpa skating and dancing together in each other's arms. I will never forget the times we had when I was your little princess and the many summers ripping around on the wave runners on the river with you. I will see you one day again when it's my time but until then at night when I sleep I know you will visit me. I love and will miss you so much and give grandpa a kiss & hug for me and his great granddaughters

I didn't know Annis personally, but I do know her daughter Patty and know she loved her mother very much.  I remember watching Roller Derby when I was a kid and admired the women!  My condolences to the entire family, may you find peace knowing Annis is with the Lord!  Love and prayers!

Dear Barbara and Family. I'm so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. She was a true hero and helped paved the way for women in sports. And she did it with such class. May you and your family find peace during your time of grief.

Annis was the leading lady when I first started watching the Roller Derby in my youth back in the early 60's.  She carried herself like a true professional. Thanks for the memories as she will never be forgotten.  My deepest sympathies and prayers to Barbara and the rest of family.

Annis was the greatest and classiest skater in Roller Derby. She was more than just my friend, I loved her dearly. My love, thoughts, and prayers go out to Barbara, Patty, Audrey, and all the family. Thanks for the memories. You'll be missed but in our hearts forever. Rip Grandma of the river.

My dear friend and Derby sister  you will be missed by the whole world. You had the heart of our mother to keep your  girls togehter,even when we all gave you a hard time.We love & will miss you. Barbra please know you have lots of mothers out here in Derby land to be here for you also. Love The Brat of your moms team.

A dear and so talented lady..so sorry we never got to see her skating but so glad we knew her in retirement..what a super nice lady..our sympathies to Barb and her sisters..RIP Annis

So Sorry for your loss,  sending prayers and thoughts to all of you.

My deepest sympathy to Barbara Baker Krebbs and her family on the loss of her mother. RIP, Annis.

My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and all of Annis' family and friends. Annis "Big Red" as we Derby fans knew her was one of the greatest of all time. Never the flashy skater, she let all of her skills speak for themselves and proved to be a tough competitor to everyone. I was so fortunate to meet and get to know Annis and her lovely daughter, Barbara Baker Krebs twice in Laughlin at the Roller Derby Has-Beens Reunion. They are treasured moments and I will never forget them. She will be missed. RIP sweet Annis

Annis will always have a special spot in my heart. She was so very gracious to everyone she met. I am very honored to have met her a few times over the years. I know right now that Annis and Ann Calvello are planning a match race as we speak.  May you Rest In Peace Big Red.

May condolences go out to the family of Annis Jensen, who I knew, loved and respected growing into derby. Also my "STAR" with the football helmet. (Smile)

Annis,was a great neighbor, she loved to ride her waverunner, a very active and special lady, it was fun listening about her roller derby days. RIP you will be missed.

Annis, you will always hold a special place in my heart and well as mom's.  You have always been "family" to us.  Give Dad a hug for me and make sure he's staying out of trouble.  May GOD Bless your family and know they are in our prayers.

I was 14 when I first saw Annis Jensen skate into Miami in 1949 as the Captain of The Chicago Westerners. She was the best skater I had ever seen way back then and I looked forward to her return for several years. Then she was Captain of the S.F. Bay Area Bombers. I watched Roller Derby every Saturday on TV for years. "Big Red" was my all-time favorite.  R.I.P. in peace dear Annis Jensen. John V. Hilton

Audrey we did not have the pleasure but we know you will miss her something fierce. We love you and send you heartfelt sympathy. Our Love, John and Lynn

One of the greatest skaters in the history of Roller Derby along with being a wonderful lady, wife and mother.  Annis was a role model for so many, classy and humble.  She will always live in the hearts and memories of all who love her.  God bless Barbara and her sisters for sharing this incredible lady with us all.

Rest peacefully, Big Red. You have been both a seminal influence on many a skater and a trailblazer in more ways that one.

I also met Annis Jensen Baker @ the 2005 SF HOF event. Very gracious & gave every fan diect eye contact answering questions. Dotted every "I" & crossed every "t".

Sincerest condolences to Barbara and family. Thinking of you all and your wonderful Mom.

Annis, thank you for all of the fond memories from your skating days with the Bay Bombers. My prayers and condolences go out to the Baker family and friends. RIP Annis.

My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and all of Annis' family and friends.  Annis "Big Red" as we Derby fans knew her was one of the greatest of all time.  Never the flashy skater, she let all of her skills speak for themselves and proved to be a tough competitor to everyone.  I was so fortunate to meet and get to know Annis and her lovely daughter, Barbara Baker Krebs twice in Laughlin at the Roller Derby Has-Beens Reunion.  They are treasured moments and I will never forget them.  She will be missed.  RIP sweet Annis!

My thoughts and prayers goes to Barbara, family and friends of Annis "Big Red" Jensen.  I met her at the 2006 HOF Reunion in SF and she was such a soft spoken lady with a lot class.  May you RIP.

Annis: A lovely lady, a selfless role model, a cherished friend -- always to be remembered with greatest
affection.  RIP

OBITUARY

Annis Clelland Baker

September 20, 1921 – January 9, 2015

Parker Funeral Home

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