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Ray E. Baker Obituary

Ray E. Baker

July 20, 1942 - August 28, 2025

Ray E. Baker Obituary

Hamlin - Ray E. Baker passed away on August 28, 2025 at the age of 83.  He was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen Baker, his siblings, John Baker, Ed Baker, Lyle ''Keith'' (Patti) Baker and Bob Baker.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Charlene; his Twin sister Kay Luksic; his children, Ray (Debbie) Baker Jr., Ed (Tammy) Baker, and Dan (Wendy) Baker; his grandchildren Daniel, Tommy, Samantha (Trevor), Eddie (Domenique), Crystal, John and Jacob; and multiple great grandchildren.


Ray was born in a small coal mining town in PA where he married his high school sweetheart, Charlene. Ray was a Veteran of the United States Navy who proudly served aboard the USS WASP CVS-18.  After serving in the Navy, he eventually settled in Rochester with Charlene and raised 3 boys. He retired at the age of 49 from Eastman Kodak Co., where he was a CNC Programmer. Ray then started his 2nd career working side by side with his wife Charlene as tax preparers.  Ray loved golfing, target shooting and taking long walks at Hamlin Beach with his wife.  Ray was devoted to his family and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.  


Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, September 12, 2025 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Avenue, Hilton.  Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.


In lieu of flowers, kindly consider making a donation to the American Heart Association, ATTN: Rochester, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty St. Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 in Ray's memory.  To donate online click on the charity name.

Hamlin - Ray E. Baker passed away on August 28, 2025 at the age of 83.  He was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen Baker, his siblings, John Baker, Ed Baker, Lyle ''Keith'' (Patti) Baker and Bob Baker.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Charlene; his Twin sister Kay Luksi

Events

Visitation

Friday, September 12, 2025

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc.

735 East Avenue Hilton, NY 14468

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