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Gene Emmett Baker

April 11, 1930 - October 15, 2023
Visitation
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 |
Wednesday 10/18, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 |
Thursday 10/19, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 |
Thursday 10/19, 1:00 pm

Gene Emmett Baker age 93 a resident of Philippi passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Mountain Living Community Assisted Living.  He was born April 11, 1930 in Clarksburg a son of the late Emmett Lee and Armenia (Swiger) Baker.  He was united in marriage to Jennis Joann (Haskins) Baker on June 3, 1950 who preceded him in death March 29, 2015.  Surviving is-

Daughter, Donna Jean (Baker) Norman

Sons, Steve Baker & wife Jill and John H. Baker

Seven Grandchildren- Russell and Joyce Norman, Kristoffer and Jennifer Norman, Joshua and Jamie Baker, Nicholas and Corrina Baker, Daniel and Lorrie Baker, Nicole and Jason Gochenour, and Steven and Courtney Baker

26 Great-Grandchildren

Mr. Baker was preceded in death by two sisters, Verma Zitella and Ruby Norene Newbrough; brother, Doyle Baker and son-in-law, Gary Norman

Gene was a Master Electrician for Pittson Coal Company and later retired from Ravenswood Aluminum

He served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean Conflict

Gene was an inventor, jewelry maker, and loved to build and fly radio-controlled model airplanes. He liked anything electronic, repairing TVs, and loved all gadgets. There was nothing he couldn’t fix.

Mr. Baker was a member of Faithway Baptist Church

Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home and on-site Crematory on Wednesday, October 18th from 5-8pm and on Thursday, October 19th from 8am-1pm. Funeral services will be conducted at 1pm with Pastor David Canny officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery.

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Visitation
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 | Map
Wednesday 10/18, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 | Map
Thursday 10/19, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 | Map
Thursday 10/19, 1:00 pm

Gene Emmett Baker age 93 a resident of Philippi passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Mountain Living Community Assisted Living.  He was born April 11, 1930 in Clarksburg a son of the late Emmett Lee and Armenia (Swiger) Baker.  He was united in marriage to Jennis Joann (Haskins) Baker on June 3, 1950Continue Reading

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Joy lea Newbrough-Wolford left a message on October 30, 2023:
Sorry for the loss of Uncle Gene Baker. Just got a message today . Love you all.
Brenda left a message on October 18, 2023:
To the family of Uncle Gene, We enjoyed our visits and he was a hoot to be around. Loved his stories and learning about all the things he invented. He loved his family and shared many happy memories of you. You were blessed to have this man as a Dad, grandpa, great grandpa and more. He will be missed. Hugs to you and the family. Prayers for your heart in this time of sorrow. Cousin Scott & Brenda
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Diane Everson left a message on October 17, 2023:
Donna, Steve and John...it has to be assuring, knowing that your Dad is in heaven with your Mom and Shirley now. No more pain and discomfort for him. I have fond memories of your Dad. He always treated me with the utmost respect and I will miss him. My thoughts and
Gary Schoonover left a message on October 17, 2023:
Steve and all Gene’s family; Deepest condolences in the loss of your father, grandfather and great grandfather. Dad worked with Gene at Badger and was in awe and admiration of Gene’s talents with anything electronic. It’s easy to recall the satellite dish antenna he constructed in his front yard. May the Lord sooth you with the comfort only He can offer. May Gene Rest In Peace. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace.
Barb Godwin left a message on October 17, 2023:
Steve, so sorry for the loss of your dad, prayers
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Tracy left a message on October 16, 2023:
Gene gave me the name “ Blondie “ and every time I entered his room he would say , “ there’s my girl or there’s my blondie “ and proceed to always tell me a few jokes , even if it was one he had already told me before I would still set a listen to it over again and he made me laugh every single time I’m glad I got the opportunity to help care for him , this one is hard for me and he was loved , I won’t ever forget him but sure will miss him
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