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Herman Baker Obituary

Herman H. Baker RAVENEL, SC - Herman H. Baker, 73, of Ravenel, husband of Dorothy "Dot" W. Baker, passed away Monday, June 22, 2015 at MUSC, Charleston. Family and friends are invited to attend his visitation Wednesday, June 24, 2015 from 6 to 8 o'clock at James A. Dyal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 11 o'clock at First Baptist Church of Ravenel, 5987 Hwy. 165, Ravenel. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Ravenel. Mr. Baker was born July 12, 1941 in Charleston, son of the late Henry T. Baker and Annie Garrett Baker. He attended St. Paul's High School and graduated from Murray Vocational School. Mr. Baker retired from the Charleston Naval Shipyard as a machinist and was owner of Trico Security Company. He was a Mason with Mariner Lodge #2 and former mayor of Ravenel. Survivors, including his wife Dot are: one daughter and one son: Angela Brazelton (Steve) of Ravenel and Tim Baker (Melissa) of Greenwood, SC, 3 grandchildren: Olivia Brazelton of Ravenel and Wade & Gracie Baker of Greenwood, SC, two brothers and three sisters: Frank Baker of Lexington, SC, Wayne Baker (Jenny) of Oakatee, SC, Jenell Yates of Summerville, Bonnie Caddin (Paul) of Summerville, Betty Hogan (Keith) of Summerville and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers: Newton Baker & Donald Baker. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 S. MAIN STREET, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483 (843) 873-4040 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2015.

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Charlie Dorta

July 23, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. He was a Gentleman in every sense of the word, and it was an honor to know him. I will miss him terribly.

June 29, 2015

May the peace of God be with you all during this difficult time. (Romans 15:33)

S. Washington

June 26, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time be with the family at this time of sorrow.

Emily Burcham

June 26, 2015

I know your faith will help you thru this time of loss and grief. May God Bless You! XOXO

JoEllen Patrick

June 25, 2015

I'm so sorry. I'm heartbroken for your family. Herman was my buddy at Baucom's. There were many days he was my hero. He will be missed.

Carolyn Freymuth

June 25, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jeff Bridgland

June 25, 2015

Tim - My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God bless and comfort you all during this time of grief.

Kathy Hartley

June 25, 2015

Herman was a very good man that I loved deeply.

Dot, Angie, Olivia, and family: we send our thoughts and prayers to you for your lose. He is at rest. God blessed him with many caring and loving friends. May God watch over you until you meet again.

June 25, 2015

Comforting thoughts and memories to your hearts.
"And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
Elizabeth

June 25, 2015

Bonnie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. May God Bless.
Josie and Lynn Postell

Angie Stroud

June 25, 2015

Praying for the whole Baker family during this most difficult time. Herman is in God's hands now and no longer in pain, he has a new body! Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all, love Sandy & Angie Stroud

S. Washington

June 24, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow.s

S. Washington

June 24, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow

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