Mary Jackson Baker, 95, went to be with the Lord June 22, 2018. Mary was born March 22, 1923 to the late Elvis and Minnie Jackson. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and two sisters.
Surviving are her son, Larry Baker, Sr. (Louise) and daughter, Betty Batten, all of Rolesville. Also left to cherish her memory are six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren.
A native of Raleigh, Mary graduated from Millbrook High School. She retired from Pine State Creamery and began a second career as a loving child care provider to many children of family and friends. She was a life-long member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.
Visitation will be Thursday, June 28th from 11-12 pm at Mitchell Funeral Home, with funeral services to begin at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Raleigh Memorial Park.
Flowers are welcome or memorial donations may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church (2100 Noble Rd, Raleigh) or Transitions LifeCare (250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh).