Q&A
Q. What was George William Baker's first job? Did he/she like it?
A. George was in the Navy and once he left the military he became a Greyhound bus driver for many years. He first applied for a Greyhound driver in Seattle, Washington.
louiseordway (Jun 18, 2008)
A. Dad loved the Navy because it was adventure, on the wide open sea, and it was kind of like having a family, all together on one ship, working together, and there was structure.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. What did George William Baker dream of doing with his/her life?
A. Buying one big old house where all of his kids and their children could live, and write books.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. If George William Baker could have any job, what do you think he/she could have done?
A. I think he could have been a writer. Even his letters he wrote to us over the years when he lived in Washington were inspirational, writen well, well thought out. The way he used to think was that of a writer. He probable would be something like Nicholas Sparks if he pursued a writing career. He was all heart.
Nelson (Jun 18, 2008)
Q. What do you think would have been a good/alternative job for George William Baker?
A. Teacher of writing, to children from similar backgrounds as him, seen as behind or struggling.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Who was George William Baker's childhood best friend?
Q. What George William Baker's favorite book or TV show?
A. Not sure, but he loved the oldies, black and whites and the innocence of it all.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
A. Yup, Daddy loved his old movies....anything with John Wayne, Clark Gable, Steve McQueen. I remember watching all those movies with him as a kid, & I still enjoy watching them now. Daddy couldn't enjoy a movie if the character's actions went against his moral code. : ) He did, tho, like a couple modern-day actors....Tom Hanks, Sylvester Stallone.....one of the last movies he watched was "Rambo" with his boy Nelson, they were so cute together, & so alike....just a coupla macho guys admiring Stallone's physical strength & shape. : )
laurabaker (Jul 02, 2008)
Q. Did George William Baker compete with any groups or sports teams?
A. He did get in the ring to compete with one 'loser' or another :0) while in the Navy.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. What did George William Baker want to be when he/she grew up?
A. I know he tried out to be a police man, and I can't remember why he didn't. I think it was a height/weight thing at that time (seems like I see a lot of smaller police men lately, either that or fat!). But I think he thought he'd like to do that, or continue in the Navy. But ,these aren't condusive to family life, so he settled for driving and security work. He was good at these cuz he would take no guff from anybody. He's the kind of guy you would want as a bus driver for sure!
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
A. To write a little on Susan's answer below me, I bet Dad looked into the police force and decided against it. Obviously I don't know, but when I joined the marines, I noticed the arrogance and the attitude that flourished throughout, and I think that's the way the police force is too for the most part. After all, many policemen are former marines. But I could not work with the marines and fit in there. I was tough and all that, but couldn't relate to all this overly aggressive, looking down on others type shit. That's why I left in the end, and I'm thinking maybe that's why Dad chose work that was a little bit more low key.
Nelson (Jul 30, 2008)
Q. What scared George William Baker as a child?
A. Being alone at night. No person, no matter how fierce, ever really scared him cuz he was determined to win.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. How did people see George William Baker – class clown, bookworm, social butterfly?
A. Maybe all of the above mixed with quiet shyness. Depends how his day was goin.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. What is a funny childhood memory you have of George William Baker?
Q. What was George William Baker's favorite subject? Least favorite?
A. History and Music
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Describe George William Baker's high school experience?
A. He had to be a tough, take care of himself, kind of guy in school. He talked about a couple of nice, sweet teachers.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. What was George William Baker's social group like?
A. He didn't really 'hang' (smart!) But he did have a couple of buddies on his street and they took care of eachother. They would imagine themselves to be like Frank Sinatra, cuz they had a similar neighborhood to grow up in.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Who was George William Baker's favorite teacher?
Q. What did George William Baker do after high school – college, start his/her career?
Q. How did George William Baker change through his/her school years?
A. Became more confident in his abilities and then enjoyed the learning process much more. :0)
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Where did George William Baker go to school?
Q. What was George William Baker's family life like?
A. Unfortunately, not very great. When he was 6, and living in an apt. with his mom, dad and 4 sisters, something happened that affected his whole life. His dad worked late nights, dishwashing at a club. The little 6 yr old went to sleep happily, with his mom and sisters there with him, and woke up with no one, dad not home yet and mom and sisters gone. His mom had left his dad and taken all 4 of her daughters with her, but left her son. Can you imagine how scarey and devistating this was for him?
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Did George William Baker have siblings? Were they close?
A. He had 3 sisters, Margie, Bessie and Helen. He was the only brother in the family and that is why he was called Brother by his sisters. Bessie was closer to him than his other sisters. He also had several half brothers that he was not very close to.
louiseordway (Jun 18, 2008)
A. His children and former wife were all very close. This made him happy. Over the years, he continued to try to get us all together at once, or at least as many as possible since we all lived in different places at times. But we were always a close knit family, no matter where we lived.
Nelson (Jun 18, 2008)
A. He had 4 full sisters and one half sister who he called Nelly. The four sisters were Margie, Bessie, Vicki and Mary. They were never able to repair their relationship, maybe because dad felt always to be the one who was left.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Did George William Baker have a favorite or memorable family story?
A. He loved telling about his dad's apparent vaudville days that dad got to see. He loved his dad's optomism and humour. Dad told me he was alone a lot cuz of his dad's work. But, when him and his dad were together there was laughter and treats brought home for a late night snack with our dad. :0) He also had a family funny story about O'Sully, a pretend (I think) friendly drunk from the local Irish pub. Louise is right, he loved Bessie the most and really tried to be there for her.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Did George William Baker have a philosophy on life? Something he/she always said?
A. Family is everything!!!!!!! The only thing that truly matters. Be honest, and hoopy dee dooooo HAVE FUN!!
laurabaker (Jun 18, 2008)
A. One thing he always told me was to keep a smile on your face. To let everyone know very little can bother you and change your "Baker" way, especially around people that had attitude, and a demeanor that was not so nice. He said that they will see the way you are and respect it, and may even become a little nicer, at least around you.
Nelson (Jun 18, 2008)
Q. What were George William Baker's religious or spiritual beliefs?
A. He went to a church and loved the singing. He definately believed there was a God, I think he wondered always though about being left behind. At the end he told me he looked forward to being in paradise and wanted his kids to make sure they are there to greet him. <3 <3
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Was George William Baker athletic? Attend sports games?
A. Dad was very athletic. Always loved to be outdoors and play catch with a baseball. He used to take me to the park when I was young and watch me ride my bicycle and watch the ducks in the pond. We went for long walks.
kharmon (Jun 18, 2008)
A. I always bragged to everyone how Daddy was in such incredible shape, he never stopped exercising & was always soo strong physically & mentally. Age never stopped him, he was a fighter in every way. Daddy was a boxer in the Navy, no one could mess with him. Of course, his good looks & charm helped too!!
laurabaker (Jun 18, 2008)
A. He kept up his push ups, calisthenics, hittin the bag, and all around energetic physical prowess right into his seventies. It gives me so much pride when I think of how strong he was physically and mentally.
Nelson (Jun 18, 2008)
A. Watching a peaceful game of good ól baseball, in person, was up his alley.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Did George William Baker enjoy the arts – painting, writing, or music?
A. Daddy was a creative man, a music man, a writer, a dancer...just like his beloved dad. I remember always dancing & singing together, the whole family.
laurabaker (Jun 18, 2008)
A. When my sister Laura and I were little we sang a song called, "Blue Bayou" by Crystal Gail. Daddy always remembered this.
kharmon (Jun 18, 2008)
A. I always thought Dad was a great writer. He always wanted me to write stories, for the paper, etc. He had a writers mind I think, and if he wanted to, could have been one of the greats.
Nelson (Jun 18, 2008)
A. He loved that I went back and took tap dancing as an adult. He said I should have my tap shoes on display when not in use, and I do.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Was George William Baker an avid collector? Any quirky hobbies?
A. He loved John Wayne and at one point kept some pictures of him from the movie days. Right up to recently he made his gypsy baskets, an old family tradition. He also like to make tapes of music and would talk between songs, introducing them, telling memories that went along with them etc. Like a radio announcer! That's another job, besides show man, that he could have done!
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Describe the perfect day for George William Baker?
A. Being with all of us kids!! This was his dream his whole life!!
kharmon (Jun 18, 2008)
A. The perfect day for Daddy is being with his entire family......his girls Susie, Kitty, Lauralie; his boys Nelson & Elly; his "little italian immigrant" Louise...Crystal...Kit......the kiddos - his grandkids Jeremy, Ryan & Trinity....Angelo, Tony, Jeremy. We're all outside on a beautiful, sunny day...playing some baseball, singing, listening to stories of our family & LAUGHING.........forever laughing..........
laurabaker (Jun 18, 2008)
A. YES INDEED! I can picture it (scene below).
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Was George William Baker a romantic?
A. Is rain wet? YA!!! In his writing, in his undying love, he was a romantic alright! <3
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. What were some of George William Baker's favorite foods?
A. His favorite food was a plate of Spaghetti. He loved spaghetti.
louiseordway (Jun 18, 2008)
A. He loved Twinkies. He and I would get a 3 pack and share it. How special our Daddy is!! We will always love you and think of you Daddy!! Please know this!!
kharmon (Jun 18, 2008)
A. Yup, Spaghets, as he would call it, and twinkies, plain old fashioned doughnuts, and coffee.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. What were George William Baker's favorite travel destinations?
A. Daddy felt most at home in the Pacific Northwest, most of all his beautiful Washington State.
laurabaker (Jun 18, 2008)
A. Vancouver, BC was the love of his Canada life. He said he loved the fresh and cleanness of it. I think he saw it as 'fresh and clean' from his troubles. He saw the east coast as the heart of his troubles, I think, from childhood, and saw the west as a friendlier, safer place to be.
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. Did George William Baker visit museums when traveling? Try the cuisine?
Q. Where did George William Baker dream of traveling?
Q. Did George William Baker feel at home in another country?
A. To tell you the truth, I don't think he really felt at home anywhere. He was forever the lost boy. :0l
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
Q. In what other country could you imagine George William Baker living?
A. Canada! :0)
botiquin (Jun 21, 2008)
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