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PHILIP STANLEY BAKER
Born: Jun 24, 1929
Date of Passing: Aug 18, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryPHILIP STANLEY BAKER Philip Stanley Baker sadly passed away suddenly at the age of 84 on August 15, 2013 at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg, MB. Phil was born on June 24, 1929 in Gilbert Plains, MB to Rhoda and Percy Baker. One of five children, he grew up and attended school in McCreary, MB. He chose to follow in his father's footsteps, working his whole career with United Grain Growers. He started out constructing elevators, then became a grain buyer in McCord, SK; Willows, SK; and Foxwarren, MB. His integrity and hard work earned him a position as Area Manager in Swift Current, SK, and finally Head of Western Operations based in Winnipeg, MB. Just prior to retiring he and his wife Marie moved to Ste. Anne, MB where they created their personal paradise, Oakstone Acres where they enjoyed peace, tranquility and a small' garden and orchard. In 1999 they moved to Steinbach, MB where they built their present home and have enjoyed their wonderful friends and neighbours. Phil rejoiced in the great outdoors, where he loved to fish, hunt, and garden. He was also a skilled woodworker, creating much of the furniture in their homes; and enjoyed a rousing game of cribbage or billiards. He is survived by the love of his life, Marie Anne, who was by his side for 64 wonderful years, and three children Donna (Stan) Yaskiw, Dale (Bonnie) Baker and Ken (Lorena) Baker. He is also survived by his sister Ann Vaadland and grandchildren Jocyeln, London, KaraLee, Krista, Kody, Amber, Anisa, and Darwin, as well as eleven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents; siblings Don, Bev and Jean; eldest daughter Carol and grandson Tate. Funeral Services to honour Phil's life will be held Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bethesda Hospital, 316 Henry Street, Steinbach, MB R5G 0P9. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 19, 2013
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I enjoyed working for Phil and his vast knowledge of the grain business always amazed me. And wonder how he would know all these things, He was a man of few words but when he did everyone would listen, I was proud to call a very good friend. thank you Ken Fuchs - Posted by: Ken Fuchs (YCo worker & Friend ) on: Sep 11, 2013
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Phil was a wonderful man to work for. I truly enjoyed the few years that I spent working for Phil and I wish that time period could have been longer. I learned a lot from Phil and I enjoyed his insights into the grain business. He will be missed. My apologies for not being able to attend his funeral. - Posted by: Glenn Dickson (former co-worker) on: Aug 24, 2013
