Vincent "PeeWee" Baker

vincent baker

December 8, 1943 ~ December 30, 2020

Born in: New Richmond, OH
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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Vincent “PeeWee” Baker, 77, of Asheville went to be with Jesus on December 30, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Diana Gosnell Baker; his two daughters, Elizabeth and Krystal; two brothers, Perry (Colleen) and Jr (Janet); two sisters, Kathy and Sue; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Jesse Baker in November, 2020; four brothers (Gilbert, Parnell, Ronnie, and Larry); and his parents, Orbin and Opal Baker.

He was born in New Richmond, OH, and moved South to NC in 1967 after the military. He was an Army Veteran serving from 1965-1967 and he was a Sharpshooter. He was a member of East Asheville United Methodist Church and the Haw Creek Lions Club for the past 30 years. He worked for Shoney’s for 30 years (1967-1997) as a Manager and a Cook. He then worked at the Cornerstone Restaurant for 15 years (1997-2012) as a Cook until he retired. Pee Wee loved going on cruises with his family and vacations in general.

A funeral service is planned for Monday, January 4th, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road. Masks are required. A burial will follow at Shade Shelton Cemetery in Madison County, NC.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to East Asheville United Methodist Church, 48 Browndale Road, Asheville, NC 28805 in memory of PeeWee Baker.

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.

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Funeral Service: January 4, 2021 11:00 am

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  2. I love all of you so much, and grieve with you over the loss of Pee Wee. Everyone loved him, and I pray God will put his healing hand over all of you during this time.
    Sharon W.

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  7. So heart breaking for those left behind what a wonderful legacy of a faithful servant of God who loved God, his family and his country . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  8. I have so many fond memories of PeeWee, from softball trips to Carowinds with the youth group. We will miss him. Our prayers are with all the family.

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  10. Diane, Beth & Krystal,
    I am so so sorry for your loss. Even though we have not seen each other for several years I still remember the fun times we had when we met up or visited and I cherish them.
    Peewee was such a good husband and dad who showed his great love for each of you. You all were the light of his life.
    Remember the good times and the great memories. Hold on to them and know that even though he is not here with you he will forever be in your heart.
    Love and prayers are being sent your way as you mourn the loss of such a special guy.

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  12. Beth and family, My deepest condolences to the each of you and friends of your Dad.
    Prayers for you,
    Joyce Dover Evans

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  13. May God be with you in this time of sorrow. Pee wee was one of my favorite Baker Boys.
    Margie Baker Hasenflue, Robyn Baker Pawloski, Tim Baker (deceased)
    Cindy Baker Singer.

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  18. Oh Diana ,I am so sorry to hear of Pee Wees death .I wish you love and piece in this time .We love you Diana
    Lynda and Glenn Haynes

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  20. Diana,Beth and Krystal,
    I am so sorry to hear of Peewee’s death. I will always remember him as a sweet man who loved his daughters very much. So sad for your loss.
    Sasha Haynes-Lamb

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  21. Diane, Beth, and Krystal,
    My heart is broken and I can’t imagine the loss you are feeling. I can never express the gratitude for the support and love of my uncle Pee Wee and all of you…so much love to each of you❤️❤️❤️

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  22. Diane, Beth and Krystal,
    Our Deepest Condolences for the loss of Pee Wee. He was a wonderful man that will truly be missed. We were fortunate enough to work side by side with him for 15 years. His laugh was contagious and his good nature was inspiring. His love for his family and friends was evident in everything he did. He was a caring soul who everyone enjoyed being around. We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of mourning.
    Mr. and Mrs. Dean Barlas and Family,
    Mr. and Mrs. Peter Barlas and Family,
    Mr. and Mrs. John Barlas,
    Mr. Chris Barlas,
    Mr. and Mrs. Teddy Kazakos and Family
    Everyone at the CornerStone Restaurant

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  24. Peewee was a good friend who we will miss greatly. We will always cherish the time spent having laughs and good times. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sorrow.We will all hold on to the good times.

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  25. I am so glad to have met PeeWee and will always remember the good times we had at the pool! My deepest sympathy to all of you.

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