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Obituary: Kathleen A. “Kathy” Baker, 59, Watertown/Lowville
Published: October 28, 2023
By: Provided by Iseneker
Funeral Home
Kathleen A. “Kathy”
Baker
 WATERTOWN/LOWVILLE-
Kathleen
A. “Kathy” Baker, 59, of Leray Street, formerly
of Lowville, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and
friend, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023
at her home under the loving care of her family and Jefferson County
Hospice.
Kathy's family was her world. She is survived by her children, Jordan Bandych of Lowville, Ryan Rook of Buffalo, and Hannah
Rook of Watertown. She was a cherished grandmother to Brahm, Vaughn, and
Eilley. Kathy is also survived by her father, Peter A. Baker and his
companion Bonnie Wetmore of Lowville, her siblings, Julie Baker Cummings of
Lowville, Peter J. Baker of Albany, and Kenneth R. Baker of Lowville. She
was a cherished aunt to Charles Baker, Brittany Baker, Breanna Wallace, Brooke
Baker, Drew Baker, Quinn Cummings, and Cecelia Baker. Kathy also leaves behind many loving aunts,
uncles, and cousins. She was predeceased by her mother, Dorothy
"Dot" Baker, her maternal grandparents, Charles and Martha
Kaczynski, and her paternal grandparents, Harold
and Genevieve Baker.
Kathy was a proud graduate of Lowville Academy, Class of 1982. After graduation,
her career path reflected her many talents and interests. She worked for
WBRV/WLLG Radio in Lowville, and explored her creative side through
modeling, and excelled with her culinary skills by cooking and bartending
for various establishments throughout Lewis and Jefferson Counties. Kathy
was co-founder of Black River Brewing Co. in Watertown. She also worked in accounting locally, and sold ad space for the Adirondack Mountain
Sun newspaper years ago.
Kathy was an avid homemaker who enjoyed collecting antiques. She found joy in watching game shows,
crossword puzzles, scrabble, and rummy.
Kathy enjoyed hunting, was a NASCAR fan and loved attending races.
Music was a significant part of Kathy's life, and she cherished attending many
concerts with her family. The Harley Davidson Rendezvous Classic in Mariaville Lake, NY, was a highlight for Kathy. Above
all, Kathy's favorite pastime was cooking for her children.
Kathy will be remembered
as a woman of boundless energy, warmth, and passion. Her legacy will live
on through the lives she touched, and the family she loved so dearly. She
will be deeply missed.
A funeral Mass
will be said at Noon on Tuesday October 31, 2023
at St. Peter’s Catholic Church with Rev. Douglas Decker, Pastor
officiating. There are no calling
hours. Burial
will be at the family cemetery on Liberty Road, Town of Montague. A Celebration of Life gathering will
immediately follow the graveside service at Marine Corps League Det. #754,
7429 State Route 12, Lowville, NY, all are welcome. Any food donations may be brought
directly to the Marine Corps League on Tuesday morning, beginning at 10:00
a.m.
Condolences may
be shared with Kathy’s family at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com .
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