James Baker

December 8, 1952 - December 4, 2021

James Edward Baker Dec. 8, 1952 - Dec. 4, 2021 Queensbury - James “JB” Baker, 68, passed away on Saturday December 4, 2021 at home following a long illness. Born on Dec. 8, 1952 in Rochester, NY, he was the son of the late John and Barbara (Berridge) Baker. JB enlisted in the United States Army in 1972, graduated with his bachelor’s degree from Union College in 1977 and received his master’s degree from Union College in 1982. He worked at IBM as an electrical engineer until his retirement. He was a proud member of the Gamma Zeta chapter of Sigma Xi, a life master bridge player, a (self-described) mediocre golfer, and a practiced traveler. He was also a staunch supporter of the Marist women’s basketball team. In addition to his parents, JB was predeceased by his sister, Beverly Baker. Survivors include his wife, Ellen Baker; his children: Laura Gray (Justin), Rachel Baker (Zachary Pearce), and Adam Baker; his grandson, Conor Gray; his siblings: Terry Grissing, David Baker, and Joan Turner; honorary sister, Kathryn Lane; and his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. There will be no services at this time. Ellen will notify family and friends the details for the celebration of life at a later date. The family is asking that in lieu of flowers, donations instead be made to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen Street Glens Falls, NY 12801.