LEBANON:
Robert Bruce Baker, 72, of High St., Lebanon, died suddenly at his home on Friday, April 20, 2012.
He was born March 25, 1940, in Meredith, the son of the late E. Paul and Blanche (Evans) Baker. He lived in Laconia most of his life.
He managed Baker's Antiques and Used Furniture Shop in Lakeport, with his father, for many years.
Robert had a life long passion for antiques, cars, motorcycles, gospel and country western music. He loved his family and was especially fond of his two young grandchildren.
In spite of struggling with a life long illness, he had a warm and loving heart to those who loved him.
Robert is survived by sons, Mark Baker of Claremont and Bryan Baker of San Francisco, CA; a daughter, Stephanie Baker of Gilford; grandchildren, Lilliy Grace Baker-Ollivierra and Jordan Ollivierra both of Gilford; his former wife, Mary Lou Baker of Gilford; a brother, James Baker of Titusville,FL; a sister, Elaine Baker Graham of Farmington,ME; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers, Sam, Matthew and Phillip Baker, and a sister, Paula Baker Oliver.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend graveside services on Thursday, April 26, 2012, at 11am in Trinity Cemetery, Holderness, with the Rev. Michael C. Graham, pastor of the Gilford Community Church, officiating.
The Dewhirst Funeral Home, 1061 Union Ave., Laconia, have been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our websire, www.dewhirstfuneralhome.com to send condolences or for further information.