Walter Lewis Baker

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Walter Lewis Baker III, 62, of Ranchos de Taos passed away on December 21, 2014. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter Lewis Baker, Jr., and his son, Joshua Freeman Baker. He is survived by his mother, Frances Bishop Baker; his son, Walter Lewis Baker IV, his wife, Madelyn Zarina Baker, his brothers, Phillip, David, Jerry and Paul, nephews, Joel Baker, Jeremy Baker, Jordan Baker and Hudson Baker, grand nephew, Caleb Baker, and many friends in the Navy and in the Taos community.

Lewis, a retired Navy Captain and Naval Aviator, was especially touched by the love of his very close friends and co-workers at Kit Carson Propane, the Taos Amateur Radio Club and the Taos Emergency Operations community.

A memorial service for family and friends was held on January 10, 2014 at Calvary Taos Church, located at 723 Camino del Medio, in Taos. A reception followed at the Kit Carson Telecommunications Center located adjacent to the Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Office on Cruz Alta. The Baker family requests donations in lieu of flowers be made to The Stout Street Foundation, 7251 E. 49th Ave, Commerce City, CO 80022. Memorial arrangements are being made by friends of the family, with the assistance of the Rivera Funeral Home.


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Nom Walter Lewis Baker
Date de décès 21 décembre, 2014
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Adresse 818 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur
Taos NM 87571
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Eletha a publié un hommage .

What was to come...

I was working quietly in my office in Llano Quemado enjoying the view of Taos Mountain and Wheeler Peak. I heard the door open and in came Lew. He introduced himself and began asking what I new about amateur radio. We talked about radio communications for a bit, but I in my haste to return to my solitude sent him with a task to develop a plan and bring back to me for review. Knowing that most people live on Taos time here, I thought I'd never see him again. Wrong. He returned a few days later with a very elaborate plan and his vision for amateur radio in Taos. That day, Lew and I became good friends.

Lew, you were always so motivated and encouraging. You never let small things stand in your way. You reminded me that not everyone is going to see the world the way we see it, and more often than not people will criticize and attack, but it is only because they do it out of fear - fear of the unknown. You and I spent hours chuckling at the
"powers that be" because they had no clue just how valuable amateur radio is to a community. Thank you for pulling the team together and developing a very robust network for so many to enjoy. Thank you for volunteering your time to a community that might not know of your existence let alone the huge impact you have left behind in all your hard work and effort. Thank you for being persistent. Thank you for standing by me when the silly people rose up. Most of all, thank you for being a dear friend. I cannot believe you are gone...I will forever remember you and your service to our great nation. It is people like you that we need more of. Rest in peace my friend. God bless you. Until we meet again.

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Eletha J Trujillo a publié un commentaire .

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I will forever cherish our friendship. I miss you tons my friend. And I probably chat with you just as much now as I did when you were here. Know that you are never forgotten.

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Greg a publié un hommage .

Lew: Back in the 70s we were roommates at USF. I knew you as a genuine guy who worked hard, was gifted in math and was at times a "trickster". Requiescat in pace

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Chris Drummond a publié un hommage .

God bless you Lew. I know you will be watching over us all.

Chris and Analisssa

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Eric Snelgrove a publié un hommage .

I had the pleasure of getting to know Wally during his United Airlines days - he was a great friend, mentor, an example for many of us. I'll miss, most of all, his ready smile with a hint of mischief...

I am extremely sad to see him slip the surly bonds for the last time - it was too soon. Tailwinds my friend.

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Capt Scott Bohnenkamp Usn (Ret) a publié un hommage .

Thoughts and prayers.
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Kent And Nadine Snider a publié un hommage .

Wally was and always will be an important part of our United Airlines family especially in the B-757/767 Fleet where he was highly respected and much admired for his professionalism, compassion and skill as an aviator. He was a friend to all and will be deeply missed. Our most sincere condolences to his family and friends. Vaya Con Dios my great friend!

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Ray & Carla a publié un hommage .

You will be missed my friend. Not only were your our boss, you became a great friend, part of our propane family(Primo) lol. May you fly with the angels til we meet again!

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Dave a publié un hommage .

I will miss you forever my friend!

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Walter Baker a publié un hommage .

I miss you superman...

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Jim a publié un hommage .

A officer and gentlemen, who believed in giving back. He will be missed!

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Frank/kennie Warren a publié un hommage .

Fair skies and easy landings Lewis my dear friend.

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Eletha a publié un hommage .

My dear sweet friend, thank you for the fond memories and the reminder that no matter how difficult the obstacle, with perseverance we can overcome. I will miss our chats and mostly your dedication to our community. Thank you for being so persistent in all you did. May you find eternal rest. Until we meet again.

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Chuck Long a publié un hommage .

My condolences to Wally's family. I served with Wally is several outfits in the Navy. I was his mentor and we were close friends. I would be pleased to speak with any member of his family. I am on facebook as Charles Long. Again, my sympathy to Wally's friends and family.

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Jacob a publié un hommage .

Lew, you came into our lives at a good time. I will always be great full for what you did for you
did for us. You will be missed. RIP Primo Lew.

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Jerry Argenzio-West, Cdr Usn (Retired) a publié un hommage .

I flew with "Wally Lew" in Fighter Squadron 32 from 1976 thru most of 1977. We were crewed together for most of that time. In 1977 I had the pleasure of attending TOPGUN with Wally ---- at the time we were one of the youngest crews to go thru the training.
Many, many happy memories.
Rest in peace......no longer do you need to check six!!!!
MOUNTAIN

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Matt Briggs a publié un hommage .

To the Baker family, Extending deepest sympathy for you in your loss. Lew was a good dude.

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David a publié un hommage .

"Ay te wacho", my brother...

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