Jerry Ralph Baker, 81 of Palmer Twp., PA died Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the St. Luke’s Hospice House, Bethlehem, PA. Born April 25, 1944 in Phillipsburg, NJ he was a son of the late Estella (Woodring) and Joseph A. Baker. He was a graduate of Phillipsburg High School and served in the Navy Reserve. He was employed by Witco Corp. in Harmony, NJ for 28 years before retiring. Jerry was a member of the Conchordia Maennerchor, Easton and a member of several quoit leagues and Bel-Pike Lane’s bowling leagues.
He is survived by his wife of almost 39 years: Janice M. (Cosper) Baker; his sons: Dana Baker (Lisa Compton) of Phillipsburg, NJ, Terry Baker (Claudia) of Palmer Twp., PA; stepdaughters: Denise Diehl (Randy), Bath, PA, Tammy Haas of Easton, PA; a brother: Joseph Baker (Michelle) of Las Vegas, NV; 5 grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and 3 step-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother: David Baker (Marie).
Services are private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Interment is in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Jo Marie Gray
February 24, 2026 at 8:10 am
Sorry to read of Jerry’s passing.
I have fond memories of him growing up.
Cousin
Jo Marie (Baker) Gray