Passed away peacefully at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville on Sunday September 20, 2026, Llewellyn Joseph Baker of Come by Chance at 86 years of age.
Predeceased by his wife Catherine (nee Barry), sons Duane and Andrew, parents John and Emila Baker (nee Loder), sister Olive Coffin, brothers-in-law Albert Coffin, Merle Strong, Cyril, Kevin, Edward and Gerard Barry and Wayne Bussey, sisters-in-law Eileen Bussey and Patricia Barry, niece Erin Breckon, nephews Chris Bussey and Jonathon Breckon and very special friend Iris Adams.
Left with fond and loving memories are his sisters, Voilet Strong, Ruby Ball (Norm) and brother George (Pam). Sister-in-law Ann Breckon. Brothers-in-law Eugene and John Barry (Sandra) . Children, Barry (Sherry), Sharon Slade (Ralph), Paul (Roxanne), Graham (Angela), Michael, Joann and Nadine. Grandchildren, Tiffany (Andrew Hickey), Kyle (Claire), Dylan, Nathan, Deidre, Sarah Clarke (Trevor), Patrick (Victoria), Luke (Maddie), Courtnee, Zack, Brittany, Jordan (Davon) and Alyssa, as well as recently welcomed to our family, Emily and Jacob. Great grandchildren, Ethan, James, Sophia, Jackson, Elliya, Lyla, Elanya and Laura. Boathouse buddies, Paul Anthony, Keith Best, Rex Benson and a large circle of family and friends which included his colleagues from the GB Cross X-Ray department who he still met with regularly.
The family would like to thank Dr. Desmond Whalen , Dr. Shirin Javanparast and all the wonderful staff at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital for the care and kindness shown to Dad and the family during his hospitalization.
Resting at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Come by Chance on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 7-9 pm and Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service will take place on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 2:00 pm with internment to follow at the interfaith Cemetery.
His career started early. After grade 11 he started teaching in Burgoyne’s Cove. Later, he taught in Harbour Buffett where he met his loving wife, Catherine from Port Royal. They then moved to St. John’s, where he did his training at the General Hospital and started his family. After 3 children, they moved to Come by Chance where he worked at Walwyn Cottage Hospital and raised his 9 children. In 1985 he became Manager of the X-Ray Department at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital and worked there until his retirement in 1995.
Lew was known for many things. He was the best storyteller and loved to share his knowledge and experiences of his younger days with all his family and friends, especially at our many family get togethers or at his boathouse. He was a talented accordion player where he loved playing traditional music. He shared that love of music with his friends and family.
His true passion was his love for boats. He started building them as early as his mid 20’s and continued throughout his life. His trips to Port Royal and Haystack on the Rose au Rue and Penney Five were where he created some of his happiest memories.
If you find yourself free at 3 pm on any given day, pour yourself a glass of scotch (with a tiny pinch of water) in memory of Lew’s boathouse happy hour.
Lew had a wonderful life. He created so many precious memories for his friends and family to carry with them.
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Delano Rose says
September 21, 2026 at 6:27 pmPlease accept our sincere condolences.
Sincerely, Delano and Doreen ROSE
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:34 pmThank you Delano from the Baker family
Calvin Lockyer says
September 21, 2026 at 6:51 pmLew was one of the very best people I’ve met. Honest, sincere, caring,great sense of humour. I enjoyed every moment I was in his company. Well done thou good and faithful servant.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:37 pmThank you Calvin from the Baker family.There were many connections with our families
Annemarie (Flynn) Hickey says
September 21, 2026 at 7:39 pmSharon and all your family. So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. May all your happy memories of him get you through the difficult days ahead. God speed.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:38 pmThank you Annemarie. Where has time gone!
Jane Laite RN says
September 21, 2026 at 8:51 pmI remember Lew from the early G.B. Cross Hospital days! Such a nice man , always polite and professional. was well liked by all!
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:39 pmThank you Jane!
Doreen & James Stryde says
September 22, 2026 at 8:23 amSending our condolences to the family. Cherish your memories and celebrate a life well lived.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:40 pmThank you Doreen and Jim
Tony and Merriam Ivany says
September 22, 2026 at 8:58 amDeepest condolences to all Lew’s family and friends . Thinking about you all.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:40 pmThank you Tony and merriam
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:42 pmThank you Tony and Merriam!
Bill Meadus says
September 22, 2026 at 10:36 amGeorge, Graham and the Baker families. We are so sorry to hear of Lew’s passing. We remember fondly all the wonderful trips on Rose au Rue, 12 in all, with both of you and Lew and Kate. We are out of the province now and therefore unable to attend his service or visitation. Sending you all our love and sincere condolences.
Bill and Virginia
Chris Rideout says
September 22, 2026 at 11:05 amDeepest sympaties to the families. Only met Mr. Baker once but was a gentleman.
Graham Baker says
September 24, 2026 at 2:56 amChris,
Thank you so much for the message and flowers. You have been by my side for over 21 years onboard SeaRose and will always have a close bond with me and memories of my mom and dad as with your mom and dad. Time moves on and our memories will be what endures throughout the future between our special connections with friends and family. Thank you for being a great friend.
Lisa & Mike Crotty says
September 22, 2026 at 12:03 pmPaul & Family, so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing! I know your Dad was such a huge part of your lives. We’re thinking of you all at this very sad time and sending our love. Take care of one another.
Lisa & Mike xo
Sharon Whiteway says
September 22, 2026 at 7:12 pmSending sincere condolences to Lew’s family and close friends. I met Lew at the Dr. GB Cross Memorial Hospital when I started working there in 1988. I will always remember him as a pleasant, soft spoken gentleman who had a quick wit and an understanding nature. I’m sure his family and friends have many fond memories of their time together which will sustain them at this difficult time.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:43 pmThank you Sharon!
Crystal and Robert Smith says
September 22, 2026 at 8:23 pmTo Lew’s entire family,
We have so many memories of Lew over the last fifty plus years; from his driving a little car with Kate by his side, that would roll in to North Harbour filled with excited children; the hours he spent working alongside George to build the Rose au Rue; stories told of walking from Harbour Buffet to Port Royal; his love for music; and his endeavours to fry crispy cod tongues. It is difficult to believe he is no longer here but his stories, his music and your memories will remain.
Swing her head ‘round,
we’re heading for the wester’
Swing her head ‘round, we’re heading out the bay;
Oh, swing her head ‘round, we’re heading t’wards the sunset. …
God’s speed Lew.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:46 pmThank you Crystal and Robert. We’d love going to North Harbour on Sundays . We always got to go to the store for a treat 😊
Geoff Bailey says
September 23, 2026 at 4:46 pmMy sincere condolences to the Baker family.i had the pleasure of working with Lew in the last ten years at G B CROSS. HE was a quiet leader with great integrity and respect for everyone he interacted with. Because of him the X-ray department provided excellent care for those in time of need. He will always be remembered and missed.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:48 pmThank you Dr. Bailey,
He always enjoyed you lunches out last one being a couple weeks before he passed.
Joy Best says
September 23, 2026 at 6:11 pmCondolences to Sharon and family. Lew was a beautiful soul. Cherish your memories
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:49 pmThank you Joy❤️
Stephen Frost says
September 23, 2026 at 6:45 pmDeepest condolences to the baker family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:50 pmThank you Stephen!
Mike Parsons says
September 24, 2026 at 6:23 pmFinal sailings to one of the best men who ever walked in shoe leather! I am very fortunate to have spent time with you Mr baker! Condolences to all the members of the family 😘
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:51 pmThank you Mike!
Vera (Hann) McCarthy says
September 25, 2026 at 2:35 amTo all Lews family – my deepest condolences to you all on your great loss. He was one of the best and will be deeply missed by so many. My heart is with all of you as you reminisce about his life and all his wonderful stories. Sending you all so much love and hugs. Rest in peace Lew.
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:52 pmThank you Vera!
Ruby Hann Baldwin says
September 25, 2026 at 9:34 amRemembering Lew from way back in the day when this handsome school teacher came to Harbour Buffett and won the heart of Kate Barry, who was a good friend of mine . May he now rest easy with the love of his life Kate. Condolences to all of his family!
Sharon Michelle Slade says
September 26, 2026 at 10:57 pmThank you Ruby,
We’ve heard many stories about how they met and their history in Port Royal. We frequently visit the beautiful Port Royal/ Harbour Buffet area
Anselm Hann says
September 28, 2026 at 1:36 pmWe are saddened. Lew was an unforgettable person. Our condolences go out to the entire family as we grieve with you all.
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