Laurence Baker

BAKER, Laurence:

On Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Toronto General Hospital.

Laurence Baker, beloved son of Eleanor and Fred. Loving brother of Miriam. Devoted grandson of Min Givens and the late Philip Givens, and the late Rachel and Lawrence Baker. Dear nephew of Wendy and Michael Givens.

A kind gentle soul. Forever in our hearts.

Memorial donations to UHN – Toronto General Hospital – patient care, or Institute for Advancements in Mental Health (formerly Schizophrenia Society of Ontario) would be appreciated.

uhnfoundation.ca Tel: 416-340-3935

iammentalhealth.ca Tel: 416-449-6830

This service has been livestreamed and can be seen at http://smclive.ca/october-2021

To place a shiva visit, please email e.baker2@sympatico.ca

Date of Death: Saturday, October 2, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: 26 Tishrei

Date of Funeral: Sunday, October 3, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Dawes Road Cemetery, Temple Sinai section

Shiva Details: Shiva visits can be arranged by sending an email to e.baker2@sympatico.ca

Message of Condolence

Posted on 02.10.2021 - 9:19 PM

Kate Erlich

Terribly shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your Grandson, Son, Brother... our most sincere condolences... The Erlich Family

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Posted on 02.10.2021 - 11:02 PM

Brenda Wentzell

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved Laurence. May the love and support of those around you and the many treasured memories of one so loved, give you comfort and peace. With our love and deepest sympathy, Brenda & Katherine Wentzell

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Posted on 02.10.2021 - 11:43 PM

Ian Carter

Eleanor, Fred, Miriam and extended family. We are saddened to hear of Lawrence's passing. Our deepest condolences on your loss. Adele Stone, Ian Carter

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 7:28 AM

Sharleen Friedman

Dear Eleanor, Fred and Miriam, Cindy and I are so saddened to hear about this great loss of your son and brother Laurence. May his memory be a blessing. We are sending much love.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 9:21 AM

Kim Jovichevich

My sincere condolences to your family on the passing of dear Laurence. Thinking of you at this sad time. Many caring thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With my deepest sympathy, Kim Jovichevich

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 9:28 AM

Don and Fay Schwartz

We are so saddened by Lori's passing. We remember the long conversations we had with Lori over the back hedge or on the front lawn. He always had something interesting to report from his reading.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 11:28 AM

Lloyd and Debbie Speyer and Family

Our sincere condolences to the whole family on the passing of your beloved Lawrence. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 11:32 AM

Ken Schelberg

Dear Fred and Eleanor, Susan and I wish to express our heartfelt condolences upon hearing about Laurence’s passing away. I still have fond memories of him joining us on the sailboat and talking him to him on the telephone throughout the years. Susan and Kenny Schelberg

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 12:49 PM

Karen Solomon

Dear Eleanor and Fred,. I was so sad to hear of your great loss. I recall meeting Laurence when he was quite young in my mother’s backyard one day. He also enjoyed talking about the psychology books I gave him. Caring thoughts and prayers are sent to you during this difficult time. Karen

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 2:54 PM

Lawrence Schwartz

Dear Fred and Eleanor, Julie and I offer our deepest condolences to you and the family at this saddest of times. We remember Laurence and Joel having good times together. Life should have been different for all of us.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 5:50 PM

Russell H Berger

Wishing the family long life. Sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 6:32 PM

Sandy Arnold

So very saddened by this news. Thinking of all of you in this most difficult time.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 6:38 PM

Gita Arnold

I am so shocked and saddened at this news and at this terrible loss for your family. I will be in touch and visit soon. Love and condolences to all.

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 10:11 PM

Elaine Givertz

Dear Ellie and Fred and family So sorry to learn about the loss of your beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew and cousin, Lawrence. May you remember happier occasions and May he Rest In Peace. Sincerely, Elaine Givertz

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Posted on 03.10.2021 - 11:49 PM

Sheldon Parker

Dear Fred and Eleanor. Ellie and I are saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved son Laurence. May his memory be a blessing, and may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 10:02 AM

Niki Rosenshein

Elenor and Fred Our deepest condolences on your tragic. May you find comfort in precious memories Niki and Marv Rosenshein

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 11:15 AM

Lyn and Paul Litvack

Dear Elenor and Fred, Paul and I are deeply saddened by the loss of your beloved son Lawrence. Our thoughts are with your entire family in this difficult time.

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 11:16 AM

Carol Giverts & Michael Pacter

Our condolences on your loss. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 2:41 PM

JULES LEWY

Fred and Eleanor, please accept my condolences on the passing of your son. My thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time.

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 3:32 PM

Nathan & Lynda

Fred & Eleanor So sorry to hear about Laurence. Just got back this afternoon.

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 4:09 PM

Marisa Tinhela-Alves

Mr. and Mrs. Baker, I am sorry for your loss, it must be devastating to lose a son this way. Please accept my sincere condolences. Marisa - Infectious Diseases clinic

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 6:43 PM

Zorina Flaman

Hello Eleanor: Jim and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family during this challenging time. May His soul Rest in Peace and his memory be a blessing ✝️

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 9:20 PM

Chris Kandel

Eleanor and Fred, I am so very sorry about Laurence. My thoughts are with you during this time.

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 9:26 PM

John Sampang

Our sincerest condolences to the Baker family. In the short time I have known Laurence, he has always showed respect and eagerness to talk about life. Whether I would help him with his electronics or even just play a couple video games, there was always something to talk about. We hope that your family finds peace in this difficult time. From John and Family (Rose).

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Posted on 04.10.2021 - 10:18 PM

Michele Paiva

Dear Eleanor and family, my heartfelt condolences to you at this time. Remembering Laurence and thinking of his family, with love and prayers. Michele Paiva

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Posted on 05.10.2021 - 5:27 PM

Mary French-May

Most sincere condolences on Lawrence's passing. We are heartbroken for him and for you. There are no words that can help in any way....only our thoughts and wishes for comfort and peace. We will remember Laurence as a remarkable young man, smart, knowledgeable with an acute memory for detail. Please know that we will be thinking about you all throughout the next days, months and years...from all our family Mary, Ron, Tirzah and Darren, Matt and Bonnie, Michael and Jana

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Posted on 05.10.2021 - 9:16 PM

Steve and Valerie Wilkins

Dear Eleanor, Fred and Miriam. There are no words to express how sad we were to hear of Laurence’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve and Val

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Posted on 06.10.2021 - 8:05 AM

Matthew Zavitz

Eleanor. We are sending our love. I have the fondest memories of Laurence, that I’ll always carry with me. May he find rest, and peace. Matt & Bonnie, Theo & Isla

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Posted on 07.10.2021 - 11:25 AM

Matt & Loran Rosenberg

Eleanor, Fred and Miriam, Please accept our heart felt condolences during this time. We are truly saddened to hear of Laurence's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Posted on 07.10.2021 - 2:53 PM

Tirzah

Dear Eleanor, My deepest condolences to you all. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. May you find in peace in knowing that Laurence’s suffering is over and that he is at peace and that he will always be by your side in all that you do. Our Angels already passed are with him to keep him comfort as well you during this time of great sadness. Sending all our our love and comfort - know that you are surrounded by friends and family who love you and are always here for you. With deepest sympathy, Tirzah xo

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Posted on 07.10.2021 - 2:53 PM

Tirzah Johnston

Dear Eleanor, My deepest condolences to you all. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. May you find in peace in knowing that Laurence’s suffering is over and that he is at peace and that he will always be by your side in all that you do. Our Angels already passed are with him to keep him comfort as well you during this time of great sadness. Sending all our our love and comfort - know that you are surrounded by friends and family who love you and are always here for you. With deepest sympathy, Tirzah xo

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Posted on 07.10.2021 - 3:05 PM

Carole Gruson

Dear Eleanor and Fred. Just heard about the tragic passing of your son Laurence. We are so sorry for your loss. Such an awful time for you both and his many relatives. We wish you a long life and hope his memory will be a blessing for you. Carole Gruson and Charles Goldberg

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Posted on 10.10.2021 - 2:15 PM

Roxanne Halko

Eleanor- I am so sad to hear this news. We are thinking of you, Fred and Miriam during this difficult time.

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Posted on 10.10.2021 - 9:47 PM

Judy and Brian Kotzer

Dear Eli, Fred and Miriam, Our deepest condolences to you on the passing of your dear son and brother Laurence. May the good memories that you had with Laurence help you through this difficult time. Thinking of you, Judy and Brian Kotzer

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Posted on 14.10.2021 - 7:28 PM

Silvana Salerno

Eleanor I’m so sorry there are no words to express how much I’m sadden to hear about Laurence. Children hold a very special place in our hearts that can never be replaced. Laurence will forever be in your heart, in your memories and in your life. That bond is forever. Take time to heal and take time for you. My dear friend my thoughts are with you and your family.

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