Joy Baker

I remember "Carol's Mom" being such a great lady and so good to all of us that were "Carol's friends". Prayers and love to the family of Joy. She was so kind and loving.....

I have fond memories of the story the year your folks went to Oklahoma for the baseball tournament with my mom and dad. That year my baby brother, Ron, was only two months old and mother and dad had never left any of us at such a young age. All but Larry, who was playing on the team, got to go to our grandparents house while they were away. Mom said that your dad said your mother was kind of

I have fond memories of the story the year your folks went to Oklahoma for the baseball tournament with my mom and dad. That year my baby brother, Ron, was only two months old and mother and dad had never left any of us at such a young age. All but Larry, who was playing on the team, got to go to our grandparents house while they were away. Mom said that your dad said your mother was kind of shy but after that trip, our moms would be friends for life. One night they decided to stay in the station wagon with the ladies sleeping in the car seats and the guys sleeping in the back, joking that they hoped the coyotes would not nibble on their toes. Since it was August and hot, they had the back door open. The next morning they saw many coyote hides hanging on the fence near where they were sleeping. Dick and Larry played on the baseball team and I am so happy our folks were able to make the trip and develop a wonderful friendship with your mom and dad.

Thoughts and prayers go out to all of Joys family. I was glad that I got to know her. What a kind and lovely lady ! i will miss her dearly and look forward to thje day when we can see her again

We enjoyed Aunt Joy's hospitality during every visit to Iowa. At dinner, she put on quite a spread with many specialties that were her signature recipes. We always came home with at least one new recipe. When our oldest two boys were young, they were quite in awe of Aunt Joy's basement. In California basements are a novelty, so it was a memorable adventure to explore the basement below her house. The boys took a bath in her laundry tub

We enjoyed Aunt Joy's hospitality during every visit to Iowa. At dinner, she put on quite a spread with many specialties that were her signature recipes. We always came home with at least one new recipe. When our oldest two boys were young, they were quite in awe of Aunt Joy's basement. In California basements are a novelty, so it was a memorable adventure to explore the basement below her house. The boys took a bath in her laundry tub down in the basement on one occasion and spoke of their experiences down there for quite awhile after we returned home. Her garden was always filled with her special touches, and she was quite the garage sale buff; each of her treasures seemed to be a great bargain she had stumbled upon in her quest for new trinkets. Even in her little apartment, every nook and cranny was adorned with some special momento. The times Joy came west along with the other sisters, she was always ready for whatever trek was planned, whether hiking around Yosemite or seeing the sights in Medocino or Hawaii. She seemed determined to make the most of every moment. She was a gracious hostess, an amiable traveler, and an awful lot of fun to be around. The world is not quite as bright without Joy - she certainly lived up to her name!

With our love and fond memories,
Garry and Esther

I CAN REMEMBER MY GRANDMA GERT CHRISTIANSEN TALKING ABOUT JOY AND WORKING AT THE NURSING HOME. I ENJOYED THE STORIES BECAUSE THAT IS THE PATH I CHOSE AS WELL, TAKING CARE OF THE ELDERLY. THEN LATER ON JOY BECAME A NEIGHBOR TO MY PARENTS, ROBERT AND SHARON KARR AT THE APARTMENTS BEHIND THE CASEY'S STORE THERE IN DYSART. I BELIEVE MY DAD ENJOYED TINKERING AROUND THE APARTMENTS AND HELPING OUT ALL THE LADIES...AND JOY WAS ONE OF THEM. SO SORRY

I CAN REMEMBER MY GRANDMA GERT CHRISTIANSEN TALKING ABOUT JOY AND WORKING AT THE NURSING HOME. I ENJOYED THE STORIES BECAUSE THAT IS THE PATH I CHOSE AS WELL, TAKING CARE OF THE ELDERLY. THEN LATER ON JOY BECAME A NEIGHBOR TO MY PARENTS, ROBERT AND SHARON KARR AT THE APARTMENTS BEHIND THE CASEY'S STORE THERE IN DYSART. I BELIEVE MY DAD ENJOYED TINKERING AROUND THE APARTMENTS AND HELPING OUT ALL THE LADIES...AND JOY WAS ONE OF THEM. SO SORRY TO HEAR OF HER PASSING, BUT I DO KNOW SHE WILL BE GREETED BY THOSE LOVED ONES AND FAMILY FRIENDS....WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE HER. GOD BLESS AND MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH HER FAMILY.

To all the Baker family, Joy was always a delightful lady to be around. We shared many talks in the back yard of one of the neighbors and other times. She was always so pleasant to eveybody. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Arlet

Spent quite a bit of time at the home of the Bakers. Dick and I were in the same class all the way through to graduation. I remember a dog that Joy had taught to yodel if I remember correctly and and may other fond memories of the family. She will be missed very much and I will always think of her as a second mother. Sorry we won't be able to attend services, but just know our hearts will be in attendance there with you even if we aren't there physically.

I will always remember the stairs going up to the top floor in the house in Dysart. And, the dreded basement!!! I still dont know if I could go down there by myself at this age.

I carry the feel of that home with me still. Comfort, love, and style that only Grandma could do. To many things in my heart that mear words cannot express.

I love you Grandma.

I was sorry to hear of Joy's passing. My sympathy to the her family and friends. It has been many years, I do remember her from my years in Dysart.

Carole and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing; however, she is in a better place now. When I saw her picture, it brought back so many memories of staying at your house. She was such a kind, loving and thoughtful person. Please know you are in my prayers.
Kathy