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James Edward Baker

October 16, 1941 - March 18, 2013
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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Friday 3/22, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Thursday 3/21, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

James Edward Baker passed from this world on Monday, March 18, 2013, at University Medical Center in Lubbock, TX after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, March 22, 2013 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel, Big Spring. Interment will follow at Lamesa Memorial Park, Lamesa. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, March 21, 2013, at the funeral home.James was born to Mae Etheline Parker and Charles Edward Baker on October 16, 1941 in Lamesa, TX. He was raised in Lamesa by his mother and step-father, Odes Anderson. On June 11, 1961, James married his childhood sweetheart, Opal Jean Teague. They have two children, Gregory Scott and Roxanna Lynn. James was preceded in death by his mother, Mae; father, Ed; step-father, Odes; younger brother, Dwayne Anderson, and his mother-in-law, Opal Teague Stuteville.James joined the Army at the age of 17 and proudly served his country for 20 years. He and Jean traveled the world together during James military service and settled in Big Spring with their children. James worked for the Big Spring State Hospital for 16 years and finished his career at Titus Regional Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, TX. After his retirement in 2004, James and Jean returned to their home in Big Spring to enjoy the fruits of their retirement. He was a volunteer for several years at the VA Medical Center. He enjoyed working in his garden and his true joy was time spent with his family especially his grandson.James is survived by his wife, Opal Jean of Big Spring; son, Scott of Brownwood; daughter and son-in-law, Roxanna and Shane Thedford of Big Spring and the pride and joy of his life, grandson, Edward Connor Thedford.He is also survived by his brothers, Jimmy Anderson and family of Virginia, Bobby Anderson and family of New Mexico, Robert Anderson and family of Greenwood, TX and Harold Anderson and family of Lamesa, TX.; his sisters, Betty Andrews and family of Cedar Hill, TX, Kathy Gisler and family of Runge, TX, Diane Putman and family of Lamesa, TX, Joyce Cook and family of ODonnell, TX, and Joann Malone and family of Grand Prairie, TX.; his uncle, JD Parker and wife, Betty of Mertzon, TX, cousin, John Parker and wife, Ivene of Monahans, TX; many other Parker cousins; his wifes sisters, Joyce and Linda and their families, and special family friend, Shirley Parker and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and many family friends.The family suggests memorials to the Vietnam Memorial Committee of Big Spring, P. O. Box 2854, Big Spring, Texas 79721-2854.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Friday 3/22, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Thursday 3/21, 2:05 am
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map

James Edward Baker passed from this world on Monday, March 18, 2013, at University Medical Center in Lubbock, TX after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, March 22, 2013 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel, Big Spring. Interment will follow at Lamesa Memorial Park, Lamesa. The family will receiveContinue Reading

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Jimmy Leon Anderson left a message on October 23, 2021:
Rest in glorious peace brother Eddy. We grew up together and did all the right things and a few wrong things but I'll never forget how close we were until I joined the army in 1957. By the time I got out of the Army you had joined also and I didn't get to see you much after that but we stayed in touch as best we could. My visits to see you and Jean were wonderful and my son Jeremy still remembers your pet goats especially Billy Bob. Too many good times to mention but I felt like letting you know I miss you and hope you had a happy birthday in heaven on Ock-a-tober 16th. Oh yes, I remember how you pronounced it.
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Local Adult Sunday School Class left a message on March 24, 2013:
Our Adult Sunday School Class is committed to praying for those who are grieving. Please accept our sincere sympathy in your loss and be assured of the prayers of the members of our class.
The Purple Clinic left a message on March 22, 2013:
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.(The Purple Clinic at the VA)
Audrey and Darrell Ware left a message on March 22, 2013:
Jean and family, It seems like only the other day when we were talking weekly about things at the BSSH laundry. James was one of the greatest and supportive persons I 've known. We will all miss him and his spirit!With Love to all during these times.Darrell
Mike McClure left a message on March 21, 2013:
Jimmy And FamilySo sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.Mike
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Rita Aten left a message on March 21, 2013:
Jean and family members, so sorry for your loss of someone who touch many lives, gave his smile, a laugh and his heart. I know he was there for those who needed him. The heavens now has an angel watching and a bright star to guide you through tough times ahead.Sorry I can not be there, but Prayers and Love to all.Cousin: Rita
Barbara Ballard Reilly left a message on March 21, 2013:
I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember your family in my prayers.
Billy & Sharon Thomas left a message on March 20, 2013:
Jean and family,We were very sorry to hear of James passing and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.Billy & Sharon
Rhonda McCown left a message on March 20, 2013:
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Jennifer Welch left a message on March 20, 2013:
I wish I could be there to review the life of such a special person.Love and hugs to all.Love, Jennifer Anderson-Welch
John & Fran Hallmark left a message on March 20, 2013:
Roxanne and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss,our prayers are with you at this time.All our love,Aunt Fran & Uncle Johnny & family
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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