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Obituary For Mrs. Vivian H. Baker

FARRELL A homegoing celebration in honor of Mrs. Vivian Hope Baker will be held Saturday March 20th 2021 at 10 a.m. at Greater Mount COGIC in Farrell, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Baker departed this life March 7, 2021 at Sharon Regional Hospital. She was 88 years old. Mrs. Baker was born January 13, 1933 in Sewickley, Pennsylvania a daughter of William and Venzella McDonald Gardner. She later relocated to the Shenago valley and was the devoted wife of Allen Baker and devoted mother of three daughters. She had a passion for music, social justice, and business finance. She was an important part of integrating African Americans into government positions in Mercer County. She was formerly employed with the Shenago Valley Urban League and the Mercer County Social Services Department. For many years, she owned and managed several rental properties in and around Farrell, Pa. She was a devoted and faithful member of Greater Mount Zion Church of God in Christ where she served as minister of Music for over 40 years. Vivian spent her golden years at Whispering Oaks in Hermitage, Pa. where she continued to minister through her music. Her family and friends were always important to her and she enjoyed hosting Sunday dinners and other family gatherings. She will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving daughter Marcia Scurry; her siblings, Joyce Brown, Peggy Hairiston, Joyce Brown, Lynn Hollingsworth, William "Chipper" Gardner Jr.; her grandchildren; Ronnett Robinson, Vivian Brown, Hope Gardner, Marc and Kelley Keller, Romeo Jackson; a host of great grandchildren; other relatives and her dear friends including Elizabeth Lampkins. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, including her stepmother, Evelynne Gardner whom she referred to as “Mama”; her daughters, Mary "Frannie" Frances Brown; Lenora "Vonnie" Keller; her siblings, Gilbert Gardner Sr., Vernell Gardner, Raymond Crawford, Hazel Gardner; her grandson, Troy Scurry Sr. Friends may call Friday from 4-6pm at the church. The family will receive friends Saturday from 9-10 am at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

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Sorry 4got 2 add my name Raquel Roberts

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My prayers r with u all. Mo.Baker was truly a legend in everything she did she'll really b missed RIH 💙 U all.

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My sincere condolences and prayers to the family of Mother Baker. May GOD comfort and strengthen your family in this of loss. Mother Julia YOPP:Senior Church Mother of Greater New and Living Way Temple of the Apostlic Faith.7

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The Family of the Late Mrs. Baker, Greater New & Living way would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family. We will be praying for the family. Bishop Alvin J. Mccoy: Founder & Prelate, Elder Lisa McCoy: Pastor, Overseer Flora L. Newby: Administrator Assistant

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Praying for you and your loved ones in your time of sorrow. May it comfort you to know others care. In every prayer they ask God to bless you with courage to bare the sorrow that now fills your heart. Getting through this time may be difficult so let those around you help to ease the pain of your sadness. In sympathy this thought and prayer that God will keep you and your loved ones always in His care. May you find comfort in God's mercy and peace in His love. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11. Apostle Patricia A. Tatum, President, Officers and member of the Shenango Valley Interdenominational Cllergywomen's Alliance.

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Praying for you in your sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy as we trust in God's promises. He promises us comfort for our sorrow and courage for each day. Strength to face this journey and His Word to light our way. Although we may not understand, He promises His peace will fill our hearts and His love will hold us gently in the hollows of His hands. May the peace God's promise offers help to ease your grief today. And may He always be beside you as you go along life's way. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11. Prelate Bishop Martha J. Sanders, Pastor, Bishop Sallie M. Saunders, Co-Pastor, Rev. Deborah Lewis-Sanders, Chief Elder, Hour of Power Full Gospel Tabernacle Church Family.

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I would like to extend my sincere condolences from the Gunn family. Mother Baker has always been a devoted hard working woman.She made a positive impact in my life. Rest well Beautiful Lady! Well done Good and Faithful Servant.

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I would like to send condolences from the Gunn family.Mother Baker has always been a kind devoted hard workings woman. She made a positive impact in my life. I will forever be grateful for her kindness to me. Rest well Good and Faithful Servant!

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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