Condolence: Fair winds and following seas, shipmate. Blessings and strength to your family and many friends. Steve and I went through BJN School at NATTC Glynco, GA at about the same time, were stashed for about the same time (different duty stations), and met up again during type training at VA-128. After that we went our separate ways. Nice guy - wish that we had had more time together.

Condolence: RIP sir. I was his brother David's debriefing officer when he returned in 1973. Two nicer, more genuine, heroic US military men there never were. Great family visited and I had the honor to meet Steven as well as spending unforgettable time with Dave. Breaks my heart that both of these great men are gone way to soon. My sincerest condolences. Spencer Hendron Major, USAF (Ret.)

Condolence: Steve was the best man at my wedding in 1980 and was on my bowling team. Lots of fun We lost touch over the years but I remember him as a wonderful man.

Condolence: Mrs. Baker and family, Admiral Baker was my CO in VA-42 and my CAG on the USS George Washington. Many of the enlisted folks called him "Sierra Hotel" Baker, mainly because he just made things better. He had an infectious passion for people and a genuine concern for our welfare. He was one of a kind. God bless your family. Warm regards, Tim Colie Master Chief (USN RET)

Condolence: Our thoughts and prayers are with the Baker family. For all the great times we shared in the ready room, thanks Admiral. You made us all "Buckeye Proud."

Condolence: Our thoughts and prayers are with the Baker family. For all the great times we shared in the ready room, thanks Admiral. You made us all "Buckeye Proud."

Condolence: Your friends and colleagues at the Institute for Contemporary Art @VCU send their heart-felt condolences and support to Carol Anne and the Baker family.

Condolence: Patty and Family, We are so very sad for you all with Steve's passing. Such fine memories of one of the greatest influences on our lives...never a dull moment, ever. Never saw him without a smile, never saw him have a bad day. The impact that he had on a young lieutenant and his new wife are forever etched in who we have become...and I think that is very good. I will be late for this one, but count on me to be in Salem the weekend of 29 April. By then, maybe our tears will be fewer. Rest assured that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Otter and Cindy

Condolence: Patty and family, I would like to express my deepest condolences... I was in VA-115 with Adm Baker and I was the Force Master Chief with you in Bahrain, on the NavCent staff... My best memories of my time there include working & relaxing with the COS... We could share Midway stories, because there are only two types of Sailors in the Navy, those who can tell Midway sea stories, and those who wish they could. I went to his assumption of command ceremony at OPTEVFOR and met his brother Bull there, now that was a treat for me, a double Baker... Whenever I was in Norfolk, I would by stop by to see him... He made the Navy fun and his men would walk through fire for him, I sure would...

Condolence: Patty and Family, Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Steve was special. We did not know him as Admiral Baker, but he was something special as Steve Baker and we will miss him dearly. God bless you all and bring you comfort and many happy memories. Our prayers are with you. Love, Bob and Tammy

Condolence: Mount Baker, my roomie in VA115 on USS Midway, your laughter and humor made lots of tough situations tolerable. Good times my old friend. May God hold you close until we meet again and share a "Beefeater on the rocks with a twist". God Bless. Jerry Maroon "Dark Red"

Condolence: Steve was well respected and loved by all. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, church, and neighbors. A brother, a friend, a champion in every way. A loss for everyone that no words can describe. A gain for those in Heaven. Kevin and I will miss him terribly. Our hearts are broken. We will always be there for you, sweet Patty.

Condolence: Baker brought a lot of joy into a lot of lives. Ensign Baker lit up the rea dy room and became an accomplished F9 pilot while stashed at vt 26 and was a great skipper and liberty risk when I was dcag and he led 65. God bless him Frog

Condolence: Baker brought a lot of joy into a lot of lives. Ensign Baker lit up the rea dy room and became an accomplished F9 pilot while stashed at vt 26 and was a great skipper and liberty risk when I was dcag and he led 65. God bless him Frog

Condolence: Our condolences to Patty and entire family. I served with both Steve and Dave on active duty. Great officers and aviators!

Condolence: Served with "Bakes" twice (VA-115 and VA-128) and all I remember were the fun times as we grew in the Navy. Steve, rest in peace.

Condolence: Mrs. Baker and Family, Steve and I first met in Beeville Texas in 1971. We shared many joyous times together. My deepest condolences. He truly was a wonderful man.

Condolence: My prayers for family. Learned life and flight lessons from Steve as VA-128 FRBN. Rest in peace.

Condolence: Dearest Patty and family, I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss!!

Condolence: For the family of ADM. Baker, I am sorry for your loss. I had the honor of serving under Skipper Baker in VA-65, he was a positive influence in my, short, but memorable Naval career. Fair Winds and Following seas, Sir.

Condolence: To Patty and family, my deepest and most heartfelt condolences on your loss. I was fortunate enough to know Steve in High School and was honored to reconnect with him at the Vietnam Ceremony last year in Huntington. I am sad that I will no longer get those witty e-mails and military photos. Rest in Peace Steve. I salute you my friend.

Condolence: Rest in peace Bakes, I enjoyed serving with you in VA-128 those many years ago.

Condolence: Patty, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sadden by your loss. God's Blessings, Betty Kemlein