Obituary for
Dorothy Jean Baker
Dorothy Jean Baker (née Drager) passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Saturday, December 23, 2017. In her 86 years among us, Dorothy was a source of love, caring and kindness within the circle of her family and friends.
Predeceased by her husband Meade (April 2008), Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by their children Sheila (Jim) Thompson, Doris Williamson, Betty Jean Walsh and Ed (Pat) Baker. Cherishing memories of a special grandma are 9 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 4 great, great grandchildren. Dorothy will also be fondly remembered by her siblings Harvey (Mazie) Drager, Ron (Dorothy) Drager, Wilfred (Jean) Drager, Pearl Johnston, Rita (George) Hatcher, Erma Costello, Ken (Marg) Drager, Raymond (Shirley) Drager, Betty Lou Price, Jacqueline Clithero, along with Meade’s siblings and many nieces and nephews. Joining her husband Meade in eternal life, Dorothy’s spirit will also be reunited with her sons-in-laws Neil Williamson and John Walsh, and all those in her large family circle who have gone on before us.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to McGlynn Family Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth, (519-527-1390). At Dorothy’s request cremation has taken place. A graveside service will take place on Dorothy’s birthday, Monday, May 28 at 2p.m. at Baird’s Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, the family would appreciate donations to The Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences can be made by visiting Dorothy’s memorial at www.mcglynnfamilyfuneralhome.com