Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr.

1959 ∼ 2017

Jack “Jay” Everette Baker, Jr.
Jack “Jay” Everette Baker, Jr., 58, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on June 12, 2017.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend David Green. Burial will follow at Nibletts Bluff Cemetery in Vinton, LA.

Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.

Born in Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, on June 9, 1959, he was the son of Jack Everette Baker, Sr. and Phyllis (Burke) Baker. Jay was the owner of Baker’s Inspection Services and was a lifetime member of the Harley Hog club. He loved railcars and enjoyed being outdoors. He was also a dedicated, loyal, and relentless Steelers fan. He was a very loving and generous man who would help anyone; he especially loved his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Melissa Baker and Tammy Swiklinski.

He is survived by his daughter, Haley Bischof and her husband Jason, of Bridge City; his son, J. Everette Baker III, and his wife Ashley, of Bridge City; his grandchildren, Brenden and Max Baker, and Danika Bischof; his siblings, Denise Baker, of Brackenridge, PA, Tim Baker, and his wife Kim, of New Kensington, PA, and Jason Baker, and his wife Jen of Kingsport, TN; his aunt, Linda Baker, of Brackenridge, PA; uncle, Sterling Baker, of Nevada; former wife, Laura Baker; and his numerous loving nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Lupus Foundation at 3701 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098.

Condolences

Donna Stinson, Gbw Railcar Services June 16, 2017
Donna Stinson, GBW Railcar Services purchased the Emerald Garden Basket for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Dennis Mcreynolds & The Safety Railway Service Fam June 16, 2017
Dennis McReynolds & the Safety Railway Service Fam purchased the Gracious Lavender Basket for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Anonymous June 16, 2017
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Kenneth & Shelly Flanders & Family June 16, 2017
Kenneth & Shelly Flanders & family purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Tim Schaffer & Family June 16, 2017
Tim Schaffer & Family purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Gene Fitzgibbons June 16, 2017
Sad to hear this news. Thoughts and prayers for the Baker family. Jack was one of the good guys in the industry. Gene Fitzgibbons - Alltranstek LLC
Tom Tedde June 16, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Baker family and to my dear friend Tim. I met Jay on a few occasions with Tim and found him to be a kind, generous, and gentle man. I considered him my friend. Tom
Claybar Funeral Home June 16, 2017
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Anonymous June 15, 2017
Summer's Light Bouquet was purchased for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Anonymous June 15, 2017
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Your Friends At Transquip Usa June 15, 2017
Your Friends at TransQuip USA purchased the Peaceful White Lilies Basket for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Carl R. Jones June 15, 2017
John 20:19 says, I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!" Jack has overcome the world to a peaceful resting place. To the Baker Family, Carl & Lisa Jones would like to thank God for Jacks life and friendship he showed toward us, he will be truly missed. May God continue to Bless and keep the family is our prayer.
Gbw Railcar Services Scottsville, Tx 75688 June 15, 2017
GBW RAILCAR SERVICES SCOTTSVILLE, TX 75688 purchased the Serene Retreat for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Chris Wyler June 15, 2017
A Tribute to Jack Everette Baker, Jr. has been set up at http://support.lupus.org/site/TR/P2P/General?px=2150613&pg=personal&fr_id=1140
Jody Chisholm June 15, 2017
Heaven just gained a rail industry legend! My deepest condolences to the family and everyone who knew him. Jody Chisholm, Hempel US.
Marc Sheahin June 15, 2017
Marc Sheahin lit a candle in memory of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr.
Anonymous June 15, 2017
Serene Retreat was purchased for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
Anonymous June 14, 2017
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Jack "Jay" Everette Baker, Jr..
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Services & Events

event Visitation

location_on Claybar Funeral Home - Bridge City, 800 Highland Drive, Bridge City, 77611
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schedule Friday, June 16, 2017 at 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

event Funeral Service

location_on Claybar Funeral Home - Bridge City, 800 Highland Drive, Bridge City, 77611
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schedule Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 10:00 AM

event Burial

location_on Nibletts Bluff Cemetery, Vinton, 70668
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schedule Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 11:30 AM