Harriette Ann Preston Baker

HARRIETTE ANN PRESTON BAKER

June 16, 1939 – September 21, 2023

Harriette “Ann” Preston Baker, 84, of Cary, NC, and formerly of Findlay, OH, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 21, 2023, with her family, and her loyal dog Brownie, by her side.

Ann was born June 16, 1939, in Findlay, Ohio, the second twin born to F. Frederick Preston and Goldie L. Swick (Watson).

A Graduate of Findlay High School, Ann worked various jobs throughout her life. Her favorite job was raising her children, stepchildren and several foster children. Ann was also proud to be a die-hard Republican. Ann married Norman Baker in 1972 and they later divorced.

Ann is survived by her children: Teresa (Mark) Scaringelli of Cary, NC; James (Dawn) Baker of Miamisburg, OH; Christina Baker of Richland, WA; and her biological children who she was reunited with later in life; Tom (Laura) Linville of Cody, WY, Tim (Lynn) Linville of Lake Elsinore, CA, and Victoria Shoemaker. She is also survived by her siblings: George (Elsie) Preston of Monroe, OH; Mary (Martin) Browne of Carey, OH; her twin brother, Harry Dan (Becky) Preston of Cocoa, FL; Ora (Jean) Preston of Tiffin, OH; Doris (Kenneth) Walker of Corinth, MS; and Vernon (Debra) Preston of Findlay, OH.

She is also survived by 16 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren, 4 Great-Great Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a stepson and grandson.

Ann loved to cook for all her friends and neighbors at her retirement community. In her honor, at a later date, her family will hold a memorial service and cook for her retirement community.