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Demetria Baker, 76

December 11, 2019

Demetria Baker, 76, of Willow Street, formerly of New Holland, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at St. Anne’s Retirement Community surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Sofia (Mackredis) Keares. She was married to Gerald R. “Jerry” Baker with whom she celebrated her 55th wedding anniversary this past October.

She was a 1961 graduate of Garden Spot High School. Demetria went on to work at Heslop/Georgelis Orthodontist as a client/scheduling assistant.

Demetria was a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church where she taught Sunday school for over 48 years and volunteered in the church office. She was on her class reunion committee who got together once a month to catch up on each other’s lives. Demetria was also a member of the Guys & Dolls club, loved going to the beach and especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

In addition to her husband Jerry, she is survived by her two sons, Christopher J. Baker, companion of Tammy L. Gebhart of Mountville and Jonathan K. Baker, husband of Susan of Willow Street. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Hannah Sofia, Lucas William, Madison Grace and her brother, Harry T. Keares, husband of Mary Ann, of Lancaster.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Service on Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 64 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603 at 11AM with The Rev. Hector Firoglanis officiating. A viewing will be held from 9-11AM at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Demetria’s memory may be made to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church at the above address.

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December 16, 2019

Many special Ocean City weekends were shared. So many treasured memories. When I think of Demie the word “gentle” comes to mind. And her winning, kind smile. My condolences to Jock and family on the loss of a very special woman
Carole Hale

December 16, 2019

Dear Gerald and Family,
So, so sorry for your loss.Demetria was a special person and dear friend.  I so loved  working the front desk with her in Dr. Heslop’s office back in the 80’s.  She was a great teacher and we had many happy times working together.  Demetria was loved by everyone who knew her. She has a special place in heaven.
Our prayers to you and your family,
Ellen & Dick Holgate 

December 16, 2019

Jock, Chris, and Jon, we were so sorry to hear about your loss. She was a special lady whose laughter could light up a room. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Bonnie Frick

December 14, 2019

So sorry for your loss.  I knew Demi from our Red Hat group “Flossie’s Floosies.”  She was a woinderful person and a lot of fun to be with.  May God bless you and your Family abd grant you peace.
Audrey Lied

December 14, 2019

To the Baker and Keares families,
 We are truley saddened by the passing of your Beloved Demie – Wife, Mother, Yiayia, Sister, and Friend.Demie was a beautiful lady inward and outward – she. had  such a smile that made you feel better. back to growingup.teenage, and adult years.
May her memory be eternal
Love,     Carl & Mary McClune
                        
 

December 14, 2019

To the Baker and Keares families,
We are truly sadden by lthe passing of your Beloved Demetria – Wife, Mother, Yiayia,Sister, and Friend.
Demie and I were friends for  65 years with so many good and happy memories. Demie was the best friend
anybody could ask for – a loving, kind, and true friend  – the best.
May her memory be eternal.
With all our love,
Carl and Mary McClune

December 14, 2019

Dear Jock and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  May God bless and comfort you.
With Sincere Sympathy

December 13, 2019

Dear Jock and Family, Demetra was so special to me. I have so many wonderful memories of her all the way back to New Holland. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Memory Eternal Dear Cousins, Love, Maria and Charles

December 13, 2019

So sorry for your loss. We had so much fun at WS Midget Football together.
George and Toni Bowman 
Troy Haun

December 13, 2019

Our dear classmate “Meach” will be sorely missed ~ dearly loved by all who knew her.  Prayers to all in the family during this time of grieving your loss ~ we care.  Sally Good Landis

December 13, 2019

Jock, I am so sorry for the loss of your wife. Sending you hugs. Miss you from work at the lcctc. But don’t miss the dog and pony show. Love Donna Hertzog.

December 13, 2019

Oh, Meach … who can forget that smile. 
Truly saddened by the loss of my high school classmate, I send my condolences and sympathy wishes for Demetria’s family.
Brian Long

December 12, 2019

Memory Eternal to a dear cousin whose warm smile and gentle manner brightened the lives of all who knew her.
Fr. Harry Vulopas ulopas

December 12, 2019

Jock. Chris and Jon 
I am so sorry for your loss.  Demetria was such an incredibly special person.  Her smile, laugh and love for everyone is what i will remember forever.  She touched so many lives.
Jonathan, Hong and family

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Monday, December 16, 2019
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
64 Hershey Ave
Lancaster, PA
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