Mary Aileen Baker
December 29, 1921 ~ November 20, 2013
Mary Aileen Cockrell Baker passed away Wednesday morning, November 20, 2013. She was born December 29, 1921 to the late Lee Weldon and Mae Vick Cockrell. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Boyd and Duke Cockrell. She was married to John James Baker until his passing in 1977.
She is survived by one daughter, Deborah B. Joyner and her husband Frank; her grandchildren, Franki Joyner and wife Angie, Jonathan Joyner, and Ashli Proctor and husband Matt; and her great-grands, Sara and Emily Joyner, Camden and Anna Proctor. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Aileen spent most of her life as a loving wife, mama and grandma. She worked at Carolina Telephone and Telegraph before marriage and later at Belks through the holiday season. She was very proud to have been a Republican Judge for many years.
Always a wonderful cook, she could bake some of the best cornbread. Aileen had a deep love and compassion for animals and nurtured many strays through the years.
A funeral service to remember Aileen will be held at 11:00am Friday, November 22, 2013 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with Rev. Brandon Dees officiating. Visitation with the family will be 1 hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Englewood Presbyterian Church Hope Camp, 100 S. Englewood Drive, Rocky Mount NC 27804 in honor of our special Emily.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 11/22, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 11/22, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
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Debbie and family. Although no words can really help much to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in our thoughts and prayers. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. The tribute video is a great portrayal of your mama and daddy.
Thank you for your kind words.
Debbie and Family, your Mother and Daddy once attended an earned weekend trip with Charles and me. We came to love them both and good memories will always be with us. God bless. Mary Frances Taylor
Baker was a sweet lady. She went through things in her 80’s no one should ever have to go through and she took it like a trooper. A fighter till the very end of her life. A woman well worthy of the name Mama and Grandma. Rest in Peace. Laura
Debbie, so sorry to hear of your mother passing. If I can help you in any way please let me know! Will be thing of you and your family.
Debbie I am so sorry for your loss. Although our families haven’t been closely in touch for many years, I have prayed for your mother. It seems so long ago when I visited grandmama and granddaddy cockrell. I remember going across the street to see your grandmother and granddaddy. My mom and aunt Mae were very close. Mom said aunt Mae was more like a real sister to her. Your mom was often there visiting them. I remember her always engaging me in conversation as if I were older. My memories are good ones. Judy Clark Futrelle Southport nc