Baker, Mason Leo Earl Jr. “Manny” – Age 75, East Jeddore, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2016, in Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital, Musquodoboit Harbour. Born in East Jeddore, he was a son of the late Mason and Edna (Power) Baker. He was a carpenter and enjoyed many hobbies which included gardening, taking care of his animals, carving decoys, dancing, genealogy and reading. He also played the church organ for over 40 years.
Surviving are his wife, the former Gloria Anderson; daughter, Mildred (Alfred) Giovanniello and grandchildren, Ryan and Victoria Lushington, Ashley and Anthony Giovanniello, Citrus Springs, Fla.; son, Mark (Cheryl) and grandchildren, Christopher Dumont and Gabriel Conrod-Baker, Porters Lake; son, Graham (Tina) and grandchildren, Morgan and Allie, East Jeddore; brother, Danny (Sandra), Lake Charlotte; sister, Nellie Baker Stevens (Ronald), Owls Head; many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by sister, Doris Stevens; brothers, Robert, Wilson and Stephen.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and funeral will be Thursday at 11 a.m., both in Jeddore United Baptist Church, Rev. Aubrey Deslatte officiating. Burial will be in East Jeddore Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Jeddore United Baptist Church or Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Twin Oaks Memorial Hospital and QEII Health Sciences Centre for their excellent care.
Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.
