Clifford S. Baker

1923 - 2015

Clifford S. Baker obituary, 1923-2015, Durango, CO

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1923

DIED

2015

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Clifford Baker Obituary

Clifford S. Baker of Ignacio, passed into eternal life, surrounded by family, July 28, 2015. He was 91.

Mr. Baker was born October 8, 1923 in Ignacio, CO, to Frank and Lucille Baker. He grew up in Ignacio and worked for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in different capacities. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time in Spring Creek, working his land, tending to his house, farming and raising livestock. He loved reading the newspaper everyday, crossword puzzles, and spending time with family (especially grandkids and great-grandkids). His words always brought wisdom and life lessons, along with humor and love.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years: Sarah Baker; 2 sons: Ronnie Baker and Melvin Baker; 2 daughters: Ann Blackbird and Connie Mae and sister: Vida Peabody, all of Ignacio.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister: Mellie Santistevan; brother: Eugene Baker; 3 sons: Iden, Wesley and Ted Baker and 3 grandsons: Ronald Baker, Shonie Baker, and Travis Blackbird.

A service will be held at 10:00am, July 31, 2015 at the Southern Ute Memorial Chapel, 258 Ute Road, Igancio, CO, with Deacon Larry Tucker officiating. Burial will take place at Ouray Memorial Cemetery.

Published by The Durango Herald on Jul. 30, 2015.
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Just a moment in time to remember a WONDERFUL, kind individual with the greatest creativity, humor, and patience. One that's gave good advice and was a hand away when you needed help. I miss you much DAD.

August 5, 2015

With heartfelt condolences to the Baker family. May you receive comfort from God and the Holy Scriptures. He cares about your great loss and the pain you're going through. ( Psalm 147:3)

~D. Reynolds

August 3, 2015

Just flew back into town and read this.......my most profound sympathies go to the family and a big, long hug to Sarah.
With warm thoughts and prayers,
Susan

Susan Livingston

August 1, 2015

Sarah we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts go out to you, and our prayers. Loreta and family

July 31, 2015

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