Joanna Louise Baker Obituary (1953 - 2010)

Age 56 of Eaton Rapids died Monday, March 22, 2010 at the Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte surrounded by her loving family. Born July 18, 1953 in Eaton Rapids the daughter of William E. and Betty Louise (Wright) Baker. Joanna grew up in Eaton Rapids and was part of the class of 1972. She retired in Maintenance with the Eaton Rapids Public Schools. She was fond of her pet dogs, enjoyed renovating her homes and loved gardening. She was preceded in death by her parents. Surviving are a Fiance, Larry Perdue of Eaton Rapids; son, Oliver Dean Bryant; 3 grandchildren, Cody Bryant of Lansing, Bobby Jarosz of Tennessee and Carmine of Lansing; great grandson, Jackson Jarosz 5 brothers and sisters, Teresa (Howard) Hector of Eaton Rapids, Paul (Pat) Baker of Eaton Rapids, Mike (Jenny) Baker of Eaton Rapids, Kimberly (Robert) Cervantes of Vero Beach, FL., and Thomas (Sarah) Baker of Eaton Rapids; lifetime and special friend, Vicki Lease of Eaton Rapids; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service is being scheduled for Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 3:00 P.M. at the Onondaga Sportsman's Club 5124 Gale Rd. Onondaga, MI.. The family is being served through the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids.