Carol Baker, former Building and Properties Chair, passed away, survived by her husband, Bob and her daughters, one of whom is a minister. Those of us who were Branch members at the 100th year celebration of the construction of our House will remember Carol as one of two docents, donned in a 20th century vintage dress. She co-hosted an Open House on October 9, 2011, and welcomed nine (9) members of the Holt family, ranging in ages 70-95. She showed us the laundry chute in the kitchen and explained that part of the now living room where the double doors are located used to be Mr. Michael Holt’s study. She reminded us that our Branch purchased the House from Mrs. Holt’s estate in 1968 and that our office used to be Mrs. Holt’s bedroom.

Diana Taylor remembers Carol because she, too, was a docent that day, dressed in a period costume. She says Carol was a very hard working member of the Branch and always stepped up when needed, especially when organizing meetings and events. She was generous, and gave Edna Robison a fortune plant that has now grown big. Diane Trombetta says Carol attended Game Night and was famous for her Chinese Chicken Salad. Bobbie Eckerman adds that she always had a smile on her face and a wonderful disposition. Carol will be missed by her many friends. Our hearts go out to her family.