Barbara Ann Baker, 86, a resident of Independence MO passed away peacefully Wednesday May 4, 2022 at University Health Memory Care Center in Kansas City, MO. She was born March 8, 1936 to Theodore W. Jacques and Elizabeth (Henry) Jacques in Mt. Vernon, MO.
Barbara attended Dixon High School in Dixon, MO where she was a cheerleader and loved attending the basketball games. She graduated in 1954. Barbara was united in marriage to Wayman Loren Baker on November 21, 1954 in Dixon, MO. She and Wayman moved to Independence MO. where he worked at Armco Union Wire Rope and they began raising a family.
Barbara was a great seamstress and crafter, and always loved decorating for Christmas. She was employed as a receptionist in a beauty salon and at the retail store Cargo Largo. One of her most loved hobbies was shopping with her daughter Carol Ann on basket sale day at Sutherlands where getting 100 baskets of flowers was her norm.
Barbara is survived by her children, Carol Ann Keith of Blue Springs, MO., Mary Beth Baker (Lynda Byerly) of Tonasket, WA., and Paul Wayman Baker (Gilda) of Independence, MO., brother, Joe Allen Jacques of St Joseph, MO., grandchildren; Chad Adams (Carrie), Amy Van Camp (Steven), Todd Adams, Justin Keith, Steven Smith Seattle WA., Dennis Kincaid (Jamie), Travis Earley(Brooke), Holly Meinershagen (Jason); great-grandchildren, Kayla Hudspeth (Aaron), Peyton Ultican, Ariana Adams, Easton Adams, Denny Kincaid (Angelica), Kobe Kincaid, Jaelynn Earley, William Earley, Tinsley Earley, Weston Meinershagen, Kyler Meinershagen, Rylee Meinershagen, Gabriella Moore; great-great grandchildren, Paityn Kincaid, Mason Kincaid, Nash Kincaid, and many nieces and nephews. Barbara is preceded in death by her husband Wayman Baker, parents Theodore and Elizabeth Jacques, siblings Betty Evans, Shirley Dickens, and Donald Jacques.
Barbara left this Earth with a strong faith and love of the gospel.
The family will receive friends and family from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2022 at Meyers Funeral Chapel, 1600 West Main Street, Blue Springs, MO. with a short service beginning at 6:30 p.m. Graveside service will be held at 12:00pm Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at the Seaton Cemetery in Dixon, MO. Memories of Barbara and words of comfort for her family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
So sorry for your loss. My mom Betty would always say I looked more like your aunt Barb then her. I take that as a compliment…she was a beautiful lady both inside and out. Her cards and letters are cherished memories. May she be embraced by God and her family with love and open arms.
What a beautiful tribute! I loved having lunch with her and your family at Colonial Gardens. She was such a delight! My loving thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Rachelle Brummel
So very sorry Carol. She will be missed for sure. We love you all.
Sending your family my prayers . Your mom was the sweetest lady. I loved when she came to visit in the office. What beautiful memories you have to comfort you all.
Deepest sympathy to all of Barbara’s family and friends! I loved her.
She was always Grandma Baker to me and such a kind and loving person. She will be missed dearly!
I was heartbroken to learn of Barbara’s passing. She was an absolutely stellar friend across decades to my grandma, Betty Butler. I remember Barbara at many events and gatherings with her warmth and charisma, and I particularly remember being soothed by her at my grandmothers funeral in 2017. She was such a bright light and will be missed by people you probably didn’t even know she knew (me). Wishing you comfort in your grieving.
Carol, I was so sad to hear the news, of the passing of your beloved mother. My deepest condolences. Words are inadequate to express the loss. Know that my thoughts and love will be with you and your family during this difficult period.
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family in the days to come.
Sending comfort your way to all of the family. She was a kind sweet women that will be missed by all who knew her. You have so many memories to grab when you feel that hurt in your heart.