Dorothy Jones Baker

Dorothy Jones Baker, 94, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family.
 
Born on March 6, 1931, to the late William Ellis Jones and Beatrice Riddle Bowman in the heart of Paducah, Kentucky, Dorothy's life journey was marked by an unassuming elegance and an enduring curiosity about the world around her.

Dorothy's role as a housewife never confined her spirit.  A lover of books, Dorothy found solace and adventure within their pages. Her fondness for the Spanish language was not just a pastime but a journey into the vibrant cultures and rich histories of the Spanish-speaking world. Dorothy's intellectual pursuits were further mirrored in her passion for genealogy, where she meticulously traced the roots of her lineage, connecting the present with the whispers of the past.

Dorothy's wanderlust materialized through her travels across Europe and Ireland, where she embraced the beauty and diversity of every destination.

Gardening was both an art and a retreat for Dorothy, with her rose garden standing as a symbol of her patience and nurturing spirit. Her dexterity extended beyond the garden to her sewing room and knitting basket. Dorothy also found joy and camaraderie in bowling, where strikes and spares were mere backdrops to the laughter and friendships cultivated over the years.

Dorothy is survived by her two daughters, Vickie Bondurant of Paducah and Sarah Cuddihee of Princeton, Texas; a son, Ralph Timothy Baker of Fredonia, Kentucky; five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Thomas Baker; two daughters, Terry Northington and Rebekah Baker; a sister, Gwynn Christianson; and her parents.
 
A private family Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
 
Milner & Orr Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Paducah is in charge of arrangements.
 
You may leave a message of sympathy and light a candle of remembrance at www.milnerandorr.com