I found out yesterday that Carl Baker passed away over the weekend. I had the pleasure of working with him for a number of years and even went to college with him back in 1992. We lost a great radio personality, great person and great friend.
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drpickle
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Sorry to hear that. I met the man once.
didn't baker work mornings at 'GPA for a few years in the early 2000's?
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drpickle
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Yes, Baker took over for me after I realized I needed a regular FT job. Then he also decided it was time to move on and WGPA mornings went from Jarret Brown to Jason Richards, and finally the current Mark Thomas.
Here is the obit from Mcall.com
Condolences to the many friends and family of Carl
Cal J. Bader Jr.
Cal J. Bader Jr.
Cal J. Carl Baker Bader Jr., 56 of Palmer Township, passed away Sunday July 1, 2007 in his home. Born on August 13, 1950 in Philadelphia, Pa., he was a son of Elizabeth (Jones) Mertz of Palmer Township and the late Caleen J. Bader Sr. Cal was employed in radio broadcasting as an announcer for many radio stations like Hot 99.9, Q100, Oldies 99, WEEX among others as Carl Baker. He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, class of 1968 and Wellington University, class of 1972 with a bachelors degree in communication. He was a member of Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, Easton. Cal also was a member of Global Mobile Entertainers Association. He received numerous awards including the Marquis Whos Who Publication Board Award in 1991-92 and 1998-99, Pennsylvania Associated Press Broadcaster Award in 1990, New Jersey Associated Press Special Citation Award and the Award for Excellence in Broadcasting in 1996 from Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters. Survivor: Cal is survived by his mother, Elizabeth. Services: Services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in the Morello Funeral Home Inc., 3720 Nicholas St., Palmer Township. Calling hours will be held Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be in Bethlehem Memorial Park. Online condolences may be offered at: www.morellofuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 65 E. Elizabeth Ave., Suite 502, Bethlehem, PA 18018.
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Condolences to the many friends and family of Carl
Cal J. Bader Jr.
Cal J. Bader Jr.
Cal J. Carl Baker Bader Jr., 56 of Palmer Township, passed away Sunday July 1, 2007 in his home. Born on August 13, 1950 in Philadelphia, Pa., he was a son of Elizabeth (Jones) Mertz of Palmer Township and the late Caleen J. Bader Sr. Cal was employed in radio broadcasting as an announcer for many radio stations like Hot 99.9, Q100, Oldies 99, WEEX among others as Carl Baker. He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, class of 1968 and Wellington University, class of 1972 with a bachelors degree in communication. He was a member of Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, Easton. Cal also was a member of Global Mobile Entertainers Association. He received numerous awards including the Marquis Whos Who Publication Board Award in 1991-92 and 1998-99, Pennsylvania Associated Press Broadcaster Award in 1990, New Jersey Associated Press Special Citation Award and the Award for Excellence in Broadcasting in 1996 from Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters. Survivor: Cal is survived by his mother, Elizabeth. Services: Services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in the Morello Funeral Home Inc., 3720 Nicholas St., Palmer Township. Calling hours will be held Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be in Bethlehem Memorial Park. Online condolences may be offered at: www.morellofuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 65 E. Elizabeth Ave., Suite 502, Bethlehem, PA 18018.
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Bob Farrow
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I worked with Cal back in the '70's at WCRV in Washington, NJ, and kept in touch through the years. He had a big heart, a great laugh, and an edge to his wit that kept you on your toes. "Buddy Cal" was an asset to this planet, and I shall miss him.
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AUNTIEM1
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The Rightous Brothers sing "If there's a rock and roll heaven", well the corner reserved for the DJ's just got expanded. The last time I saw Carl was 2 years ago at the Easton Relay for Life. He and Scott had volunteered to be part of the entertainment. He was truly a caring individual. May you find comfort in the arms of the Angels, Carl.
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chuckhixson
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I worked with Carl as well and he was always great to work with. I always had a lot of respect for him and often wondered what he was up to. I think if there were some master list of under-rated local personalities, Carl Baker would definitely be on that list.
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