NASHVILLE - Ronald E. Baker, age 67, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2013. Born in Fayetteville NC on March 17, 1946, he was the son of the late John Baker and Ruth Benton Baker. He was also preceded in death by sisters, Francis Tew and Sylvia Bain and brother, Johnny Baker.
Ronnie retired from Sprint after 41 years of service. A true family man, he enjoyed spending time with his precious grandchildren and with his two sons playing a round of golf. Ronnie had a working man's heart and a faithful spirit. As a member of Northside Community Church, he gave his time willingly for church activities. He will be truly missed.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 48 years, Ramona Baker; sons, Tim Baker and wife Sonnara and Rodney Baker, both of Roanoke Rapids; five grandchildren, Ashley Hagwood, Samantha Baker, Megan Baker, Joshua Baker and Nicholas Baker; sisters, Barbara Matthews of Erwin and Sandra Napier of Wade; brothers, Eugene Baker and Tommy Baker, both of Fayetteville; and mother and father-in-law, Virginia and Al Devore.
The family will receive friends and relatives 7:00pm to 8:30pm Sunday, June 16, 2013 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A service to remember Ronnie will be held 10:00am Monday morning in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Mark Pridgen officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Sunday 6/16, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Service
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Monday 6/17, 10:00 am
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Our prayers to the Baker Family. There are no words to express our sadness and loss. May God grace you with His love and His healing hand. Ronald was loved and respected by many. He will be missed but more importantly he will be REMEMBERED. Pam and Johnny Knox, Auburndale, Florida
Ron’s smile and his love for people will truly be missed by all who knew him. Romey and I loved Ron and the encouragement that he always gave to us both. We pray for you, Ramona, as you grieve the love of your life. Our prayers are also for the remaining family as you all go through this loss and the grief that follows.
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
My memories of working with Ronnie in New Bern Service center are good, he was a good and fair man whom I am sure will be missed by all who knew him. May God Bless the family in this time of need and be of great comfort to family and friends in good memories of his life. Dr. Vernon L. Mansfield Jr.
Ronnie was a true gentleman and family man. His work with the phone company was stellar. He was a team player. He was an asset to whatever job or task he was assigned to. He is going to be missed by many.
We are so sorry for your loss. We are friends of Tommy an Carolyn Baker and attend church with them. I feel like we knew Ronnie because we prayed for him every week at church. He is in a much better place and out of pain with GOD now. May GOD wrap his loving arms around you and your family and be a comfort for you. When you are sad think of the good memories to get you through those times. Your family is in our prayers. George and Brenda Hall Massey Hill Baptist Church Fayetteville NC
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Our prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you and keep you. Jimmy & Sherryl Matthews
Ramona and family, my heart broke today when I learned that Ronnie has passed away. He was one of the ‘good guys’ I knew I could count on when we worked together, and he could work some magic to make things happen in the stickiest of situations. Big hugs to each of you, and I will see you Sunday night. Jane Wrenn
Ron was a true friend for lots of years, him and Ramona were two of the best friends anyone could ever ask for. He will be truly missed and I know he is not in pain and with the Lord this fathers day morning. Mona its going to be hard, trust in the lord and we are here for you. Love you and the kids, Darlene n Calvin Smith
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Lit a candle in memory of Ronald Edward Baker
Tim & Family, I went to school with your Wonderful Dad all the way from First Grade through 12th Grade…we graduated together in 1964 at Pine Forest High School.. I can honestly say I have never known a more Humble & Giving Man than your Dad.! He always put others…even in elementary school before imself. I really believe he was a Christian as a Young Child because he certainly exhibited had ALL THE FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT! My Prayers & Sympathy are with you & all Your Dear Family. God’ Blessings, Patsy Wood Thompson
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FOR YOU DADDY I MISS YOU!!!!!!!!! Your battle is now over, no more tears flowing down your cheek, no more pain, no more suffering, now you are no longer weak. I still do not understand why this had to happen to you, but I am proud to say you are my dad, the greatest man I ever knew. Although you will not be here to walk Megan down the aisle, when that day comes I know you will be by my side with a smile. You were always there for me and never once made me cry, until the day you close your eyes and had to say goodbye. Now you are my Angel, so spread your wings out wide, please wrap them around me whenever you see me cry. Our time together was memorable and God took you way too fast. We Love you Pop, Daddy and Ronnie
As we make our journey through this life, death is our final battle. Whenever I am troubled, & lost in deep despair, I bundle all my troubles up & go to God in prayer. I tell him I am heartsick & lost & lonely, too, That my mind is deeply burdened & I dont know what to do But I know he loves me & I humbly ask if in his love hell calm my heart, for me& then I just keep quiet & think, only thoughts of peace & if I abide in stillness my restless murmurings cease. (Ps.3418) (John 316) Due to the ramson sacrifice of Jesus Christ, we know that we have the hope of seeing our loved ones once again. The Bible gives us hope, over & over again. Jesus said I am the resurrection, & the life. He that exercises faith in me, though he dies, will come to life again. (John 1125) Jesus also said I am the vine & my Father is the cultivator. (John 151) The Bibles tells us that there will be no more tears, no pain, or sickness & death will be no more. (Rev. 213,4) What a wonderful time, we can look forward to, seeing our loved ones once again
What can I say about my daddy The question is what can’t I say about him!! He taught me life lessons, sometimes the easy way and sometimes the hard way!! But he loved like there was no tomorrow, he truly, madly loved my mother!! He loved all his family being close or extended.. Daddy you are truly missed and what I would do just to have one more dance with you, I’d play a song that would never end!! I still remember moms and you shagging, no one could do it like you too!! I LOVE YOU beyond words but I also know God has his plans for you, you served your purpose and finally went home!! I can only imagine heavens and can wait til I hold you in my arms again!! I told you in your last days that me and bro would take care if mom, so don’t fret all is good here!! Please promise me you’ll meet me at heaven gate to hold my hand as I walk through. Until then you are in my heart and my love for you is overflowing. I thank God that I’m the one that got to call you daddy!! Love you always, your baby boy Rodney!!