"Dearest Cathy, Mike and family- My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I know your dear Patty is in the arms of our Lord and that your mom and dad are right there embracing her too. I love you and will continue to pay for your peace and comfort. God bless all of you- Mary"
In loving memory of
Patricia Ann Baker
Baker, Patricia Ann 66, passed away on January 18, 2010 after a long battle with cancer. Her family was by her side. She was born on July 27, 1943, in Independence, Missouri to Russell and Velma (Barnard) Hughes. She has lived in Arizona for over 50 years. She worked as a customer service rep for Lundell Insurance Agency. She attended Black Mountain Baptist Church. Before her illness she served on the Board for Prison Ministeries. She was a lifelong member and counselor with Weight Watchers. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, David, daughter Elizabeth Ann (James) Ruddell, son David Jr. (Tammera), brother Michael A. Hughes (Bobbi), sister Cathy Francis (Mike), grandchildren Amanda Lynn and Christina Elizabeth Kostelny, Caitlyn Patricia Blake, and Aerin and Logan Baker. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 22, 2010, 5-7pm at Hansen Mortuary 8314 N. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2010, 10:00am (with viewing an hour prior) at Black Mountain Baptist Church 33955 N. Cave Creek Rd. Cave Creek, AZ. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 2929 E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85016. Please visit www.hansenmortuary.com to place online condolences for the family.
Tributes
"THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN ARE REJOICING!!! PATTY, MY VERY BEST FRIEND IS IN THE LOVING ARMS OF OUR JESUS. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE BEAUTIFUL PERSON YOU WERE TO ME AND EVERY LIFE THAT YOU TOUCHED. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, MY LOVE IN CHRIST. STEVE"
"Elizabeth, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Your peace is in her Lord Jesus Christ. She is in Heaven a perfect place with no pain or sorrow. She is completely made full now. I know it will be very hard for a long time, but know you have friends that love you and are here for you. I love you Elizabeth. Remember all the wonderful memories, it will make you smile and maybe even laugh. Mr. Baker, I can’t even imagine how you must feel. I will pray for continual comfort for you and your family. I know you know Patricia is in the best hands ever, and you will see her again. Oh Lord Jesus, through this time of morning, may YOU be ever close to this family bringing them the incomprehensible peace YOUR word speaks about. Comfort them like only YOU can. With Love, Kris"
"No words can adequately express our sorrow for you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family."
"Elizabeth- You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. No matter how old we are, Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know, But her goodness, her caring and her wisdom live on, Like a legacy of love that will always be with you. Nancy Murphy"