Birth date: Oct 25, 1939 Death date: May 10, 2005
Darwin Jay Baker, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, May 10 in Fayetteville, Arkansas following a brief battle with cancer. He was born on October 25, 1939 in Red Oak, Iowa to William and June (Mellott) Baker. Darwin graduated in 19 Read Obituary
I was shocked to see DJ's obit in our paper. He was a friend from back in the late 60's when he and I worked together in Lincoln. He was 10 days younger than I am and he always joked with me about being younger than I was.
My deepest sympathy to the family.
May you find peace and comfort.
Our sympathy and thougths are with you all. Knowing him for so many years (as Ace) Darwin was a very caring, all around good guy. We have "alot" of fond memories of him- he was always there to help everyone and Loved by all who knew him. He was a great guy.
We were saddened to have the news of Ace's passing. Ace was our Uncle. Some of our happiest memories are of the times we spent as younger children when we lived at his house. He took care of Greg and I like we were his own kids. He was always kind,caring and funny. Looking back, I realize that one of his special qualities was knowing how a child's mind worked, for he knew how to make you feel good, to laugh, to smile and be happy. We are greatful that we had Ace in our lives and his memory will never die. He is still with us in many ways.
It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And though it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring smiles back again.
With loving memories........
Darwin impressed me with his ability to see into the future as a visionary. I enjoyed his understanding of the changes that were taking place without hardly any notice by the public.
We shared a unique time span in life. Some of his changes were, at times, ahead of the curve for others to grasp as it was for many to understand the future of the Internet.
Because of this, he suffered some setbacks in his plans, but stayed true to its form and prevailed.
In the meantime, his family stayed first in his heart to his final day of tribute. He will be missed by many, and not forgotten by Deborah and me.
Even now I cannot even fathom living a life without my grandpa. He was the most forgiving, caring, beaming man I have ever met and have had the honor to have as my grandfather.
It all seems like a dream right now. I've talked to you every night in my prayers and I know that you are okay, it's just going to be hard. You have been there since the day I was born, you've taught me so much that I will never, ever forget as long as I live. When I am married and have children, they will be sure to know about their great grandfather and what a wonderful person he was and how his soul outshined so many in a world of disenchantment and skepticism.
Your bond with God and Jesus surpasses almost any other than I have ever encountered. I am going to work my hardest to reach that level of peace with God, I'm working everyday to make it come true.
I know you said before you passed that you already were proud of me, but i'm going to do all i can to be the best person I could ever be just so when I get to heaven I can see that oh-so familiar smile directed at me with approval.
You are my role-model, my grandpa, my spiritual inspiration, and my light at the end of this tunnel.
Don't worry about Grandma, we will take good care of her.
Grandma, I know that this is probably the hardest thing you will ever go through but I want you to know that we will ALWAYS be there to help you through this, so don't ever EVER feel like you are alone.
God wanted my grandpa in heaven so he could help Him do whatever He has planned and I have no doubt that grandpa will serve him to the fullest of his ability just as he did in life.
Conclusively, this is not 'the end'. It's more like a 'farewell' for right now, because I know in my heart that someday we will all be reunited in heaven.
Love forever and always,
Staci (eldest granddaughter of Darwin Baker)
I love you!!!!!!! Your were such a nice PAPA. I loved when you would take us to the movies. I will miss you very much.
Love, Abby
I STARTED WORK AT NAS IN 1988 AND ENJOYED THE FAMILY ORIENTED ATOMOSPHERE. MY FATHER PASSED IN 2003 FROM CANCER AND I MISSED HIM VERY MUCH. I HAVE LOOKED UP TO DARWIN AS MY DAD ALSO. HE TO WILL BE MISSED GREATLY. HE ALWAYS WOULD SAY "GOOD MORNING LADIES " I WILL MISS THAT. HE ALSO LOVED TO HAVE OUR POT LUCK DINNERS HE ALWAYS LIKED OUR COOKING. LOVE TO JACKIE AND FAMILY.
Please allow me to express my deepest sympathy to the family at this time. I first met Darwin in 1989 when I came to UNL Student Accounts and worked the Short Term Loans. His wit and smile was a joy to behold, and he had a way of making a new acquaintance feel as if they were an old friend. I wanted to let you know you all are in my prayers.
I enjoyed seeing Mr. Baker from time to time when I worked for Healthcare. I am so sorry to hear of his death and having to suffer with cancer. I have had three immediate family members to suffer from cancer and it is so devastating.
May God sustain you in your loss.
Sincerely,
Viola McHenry
