Obituary of Leroy Baker
It is with great sadness the family of Leroy Baker of Epworth, NL announce his peaceful passing on Monday, October 28, 2024 at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Center at the age of 83 years.
Leaving to mourn with precious and loving memories his wife Phyllis of 60 years; son Scott (Paula); daughters Joan (John) and Anita(Jobrey); grandchildren Dustin (Gabrielle), Michelle, Kayla, Karen, Dylan (Kathleen), Darryl; great-granddaughter Emmie; sister Suzanne (Austin); brothers-in-law Nelson (Leta) & Sam; sisters-in-law Frances Collier, Edna Inkpen, Gertie Baker and many nephews and nieces plus a large circle of other family and friends.
Predeceased by his parents Scott & Margaret Baker, brothers John, Carlson; sister Sylvia Moulton; parents-in-law Frank & Udavilla Inkpen, brothers-in-law Peter Collier, David Inkpen, Frank Inkpen, Donald Hodder, sisters-in-law Lorna Moulton, Joan Hodder, Rebecca Inkpen.
Leroy was a humble man with a giant heart and a gentle soul whose kindness was unmatched. He was a man of deep faith, finding strength and devotion in God throughout his life. Leroy was married to the love of his life for 60 years, they enjoyed doing many things together. He loved the nature and being outside and having quiet time reading his western novels. When he was cutting wood the bigger the tree the better or using his wood working skills on his cabin where he loved spending time with his family, going for rides with Phyllis on the four-wheeler and walking in the woods was a few of his pastime activities. He was truly in his happy place always eager to share his love for the outdoors with his family. Above all Leroy cherished his family, a devoted husband, a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. He found great happiness in spending time with his family and sharing the simple pleasures of life.
In keeping with Leroy’s wishes cremation has taken place.
Family will be receiving relatives & friends from Serenity Funeral Home, Burin on Tuesday November 5, 2024 and Wednesday November 6, 2024 from 2-4PM & 7-9PM.
Funeral service will be held at Serenity Chapel, Burin on Thursday November 7, 2024 at 2PM with inurnment following at the United Cemetery, Epworth.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Leroy's memory may be made to the Hope United Church.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin.
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