Evelyn Baker 89 of Jacobsburg Ohio died Saturday April 29, 2017 at Shadyside Care Center.
She was born September 29, 1927 a daughter of the late Edgar and Austie (Ryan) Dunlap in Bellaire, Ohio.
Evelyn was a homemaker and a Christian by faith. She was very active in the Powhatan Church of Christ and was a member of Senior Citizens of Powhatan.
She was married to Russell Eugene Baker on July 23, 1944 and shared many wonderful years together.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
She was also the last of her siblings who preceded her, Faye Lovejoy, Betty Shcramm, Richard Dunlap and Roger Dunlap.
In addition she was preceded in death by one great grandson Walker Werkau.
She is survived by her children, Joyce Ann (Larry) McNear of Powhatan Point, Ohio, Samuel (Beth) Baker of Granview, TX, Connie Boyce of Fairmont, WV, James (Sharon Sue) Baker of Jacobsburg, OH and Charles (Candy) Baker of Hannibal, OH.
In addition she is survived by 14 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, 14 step-great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren and 10 step-great-great-grandchildren along with many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received at the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes – 186 Main Street, Powhatan Point, Ohio 43942 on Tuesday May 2, 2017 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm.
Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday May 3, 2017 at 1 pm with Pastor William Coker Jr. officiating.
Burial will follow in Powhatan Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetic Association at “TMCFunding.com“.
Share your thoughts and memories of Evelyn with the family at www.bauknechtaltmeyer.com
Miss Evelyn was such a pleasant woman, even when I’d wake her at 5am for her morning medication. I enjoyed the time I got to spend with her while working at Shadyside. John and I share your sorrow. Treasure the memories.
We are very sorry about your mother. It was a pleasure knowing her. May she rest peaceful in the lords arm. Tom and Joni Fox
Dave and I are sorry for your loss, but we know she is now home! Dave has great memories of Evelyn and your whole family. Prayer for all of you.
May she Rest In Peace !
I’ve never met a woman so full of life as Evelyn. She was a joy to be around. I know Evelyn will be happy to be home with our Lord God and sending many prayers of comfort to everyone in the family. Love to all.
Chuckie Baker & family, we are so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family as you share your memories of times spent together.
Lee & I are very sorry for your loss. We told Jean about your mothers passing when we visited her today, she was very sad. Said they were very good friends & did many things together. Prayers for all of you.