Marilyn Baker

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Isador and Jean (Bochner) Baker and sister of the late Charles L. Baker.

A graduate of Classical High School Class of 1954, Marilyn went on to earn a certificate in secretarial studies from the Katharine Gibbs School, in 1956, a bachelor’s degree in sociology from George Washington University in 1964, a bachelor’s degree in music education from Eastern Michigan University in 1971, and a master’s degree in music education from the University of Rhode Island in 1976.

Ms. Baker taught music in Michigan and for the North Providence School Department from 1967-1975. She then went to work for the State of Rhode Island, where she held many positions starting with the Department of Transportation in 1978 until 1999, where she retired from the Department of Labor and Training. A very involved member of her community, she was a former member of the University Society of Providence, Pawtuxet Village Association, Local 401 of the Employment Security Alliance, and the Cranston Business and Professional Women’s Club. She was a member of Mensa, the Gaspee Days Committee, the Women’s Alliance of Jewish Federation of Rhode Island, Alliance Française, the Order of the Eastern Star Signet Chapter 21, and AFSCME Rhode Island Retirees Chapter 94. She was an active member of Temple Sinai in Cranston.

Marilyn had many interests in the arts: singing in choruses and as a soloist gave her much joy. She also enjoyed acting and she recently appeared in a television advertisement for Blue Cross. She enjoyed writing fiction and non-fiction since childhood. Marilyn was a very independent woman. She worked hard and studied hard.

She is survived by many close friends.

Her funeral will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 11:00 am at the Samuel Priest Chapel in Lincoln Park Cemetery, 1469 Post Road, Warwick. Burial will follow.

Memorial contributions in her honor may be made to a charity of your choice.