Jill Baker

Obituary

On July 18, 2026, Jill Baker traded her favorite running shoes and gardening tools for a well-deserved rest.

If you ever spent five minutes with Jill, you knew her life’s mission was remarkably simple: brighten everyone’s day, and help wherever help was needed.

Whether she was tackling rugged mountain trails, exploring a new corner of the world, or tending to her garden, Jill lived life in full bloom. She had a special place in her heart for bees and wildflowers, marveling at the busy little pollinators and the wild, bright colors of nature. Jill’s day to day activities weren't much different than a honeybee's. Jill buzzed from person to person, spreading warmth and making fast friends with literally anyone she encountered. Strangers were simply friends she hadn't chatted with yet.
Jill’s kindness was legendary. If you needed a hand, a warm smile, or a volunteer to jump in at a moment’s notice, she was already on it before you even finished asking. Jill never rested until everything was done and everyone was taken care of. Beyond her endless community volunteering, she also proudly served her country, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force.

Of all her adventures, her favorite by far was her family. Together with her husband of 25 years, Mark, and their two wonderful children, Jeremy and Eli, they built a life full of laughter, travel, and love. Jill was most proud to see her children carry forward her boundless energy and curiosity of the world.

Jill is survived by her loving husband Mark, her sons Jeremy and Eli, and a vast circle of friends whose lives were made immeasurably brighter just by knowing her.

In honor of Jill's generous spirit, consider planting a patch of native wildflowers for the local bees, volunteering in your community, or performing an unexpected act of kindness for a stranger.

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