Evelyn F. (Walker) Baker
Obituaries
Daily Sentinel page 5A - May 28, 2020
Evelyn F. Baker
February 1, 1931 - May 19, 2020
Evelyn F. Baker passed away
on May 19, 2020, in her home at
the age of 89. She was a beloved
wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and sister.
Evelyn was born in Perryton,
TX on February 1, 1931. She
grew up in the Pea Green area
in Delta County. She was a
graduate of Olathe High School
where she was a cheerleader.
She had lived in the Grand Junction area since 1961.
Evelyn’s favorite activities included spending time with her
children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, especially
attending their school and sport activities. She loved the Denver
Broncos and Colorado Rockies in spite of their winning or losing
streaks! She was employed the last 17 years, prior to her retirement
in 1995, as a medical records manager. An avid cook, she loved
nothing more than cooking a big meal for her extended family and
enjoying their company and love.
Evelyn is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert
W. Baker in 1995, as well as her parents, Eunice Southern Cook
Walker and Harry Walker; siblings, Ralph, Lillian, Peck, Lillie,
and Charles (Cook), and her step-brother, Billy Walker, all of whom
passed over time beginning in 1968.
She is survived by daughter, Debra Smith of Grand Junction with
son, Brandon Smith; son, Jon (Kristin) Smith, and grandson, Austin;
son, Chuck (Donna) Smith of Fruita, grandson, Freddie Horn, and
granddaughters, Victoria and Abby, all of whom live in the Grand
Junction area. She is also survived by sons, Robert Couch, who
lived and cared for her in her home, and Michael (Odette) Couch,
granddaughter, Elena, and grandson, Joshua of Weichs, Germany.
Her end of life care was provided by Right at Home and HopeWest
Hospice, without whose loving care she would not have been able to
remain in her home.
There will not be a formal memorial service at this time. When
travel restrictions are lifted the family will have a small service to
place her earthly remains to rest with her husband, Robert, at the
Fruita Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to
HopeWest Hospice at HopeWestCO.or
