Obituary

Remembering Norma Lou Baker

Norma Lou (Babe) Baker, age 88, of Wyoming, was called to her heavenly home on Friday, July 26, 2019.  She was preceded in death by her great grandson, Brandon Esbaugh, three brothers and one sister. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 71  years, Lyle (Lud); children, Linda (Baker) and Thomas Delaney, Jake and Pam Baker, Rene and Cis Baker, Brian and Myrna Baker; grandchildren, Lisa Esbaugh, Amy and Paul Galvan, Jason Baker, Damon and Sarah Baker, Kristina and Dave Perry, Zachary Baker; step grandchildren and great grandchildren; four great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Norma Lou was a kind, fun loving, compassionate, generous woman who was loved by all that came to know her. She had the kindest heart and cared for everyone she met. She was adventurous, the life of the party and enjoyed the social life, especially dancing with her sweetheart, Lud. Norma Lou was dedicated to her Catholic faith and her family. She loved her grandchildren, making friends with children in restaurants and other public places and protecting animals from spiders to dogs and squirrels. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday at 11 am at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 1630 Godfrey Ave., Wyoming with Fr. Stephen Dudek presiding.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Tuesday from 5 - 8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming, with a rosary service at 7:30 pm. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to their favorite charity.

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Our heartfelt condolences to the Baker family; God bless each and everyone of you. We have only good memories of Norma (Babe), she was a special lady - may her soul rest in peace.

— Ed and Jackie Zbikowski

Dear Lud & Family, Our deepest sympathies are with you. Celebrate your lives, memories and the time you had with Babe. 71 years with the love of your life is something most people will never be able to say. We are right across the street for whatever you may need.

— Shane & Alicia Sosnowski

Are prayers are with your family.

— Campbell Family

Tim & I offer our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Norma was such a special, sweet person. She will be greatly missed at the campground ❤️

— Tim & Annette Aldrich

Dearest Lud & Family, Our sincere love and sympathy to you and your dear family for the loss of your precious Wife, Mom, Grandma, Aunt, & our dear friend...We truly will miss her vibrance, love and friendship, but our God has definitely gained an Angel....Our love and prayers that the Lord lift you up and give you strength, peace and grace during this saddened time..We love you all so much..

— Denny and Bonnie Stearns

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