Livonia/Geneseo: Marcia Demperio (Baker) unexpectedly at home Sunday January 12, 2020 at age 82. Predeceased by husband Robert Demperio and parents Theo and Esther Baker. Survived by siblings Clark Baker (Joy), David Baker (Judy), Anne Hasler (Ed); nieces Jessica Southwell, Kim Harbaugh; nephews Ryan Baker, David Baker, Brian Baker, Cal Hasler; devoted friend Mary Ellen Finster; many friends and family.
Marcia was born in Rochester, NY May 18, 1937. She graduated from Livonia High School in 1954. Marcia received her teaching degree from Brockport State Teacher’s College and went on to teach elementary education for 29 years, retiring from Smithtown Elementary School on Long Island where she and her husband were avid bowlers. While teaching, Marcia and Bob enjoyed their summer home in Cape Vincent in the 1000 Islands where she was the organist at church. Many days were spent on the St. Lawrence River boating and fishing. Upon retiring to Winter Haven Florida, Marcia and Bob joined the Boosters for the Kansas City Royals baseball team at Spring Training. They loved going out to eat and Marcia enjoyed singing in the choir and decorating for all the holidays. Marcia returned to the area 6 years ago to be with family and friends residing at the Hammocks in Geneseo where she found new special friends.
Memorial service at a later date at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made to the Central Presbyterian Church, 31 Center Street, Geneseo, NY, 14454. Arrangements, Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. Livonia, NY. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
We still can’t believe she’s gone but we know heaven is a much better place to be. We had so much fun with Marcie. We have missed her since she moved back north. But we had a great time when we went to NY to visit and she was so proud to “show off” the area where she called home and her family. Beautiful Lady!!!
Dear Baker family.
West Avenue in Livonia was the home to many of the Baker clan. I remember the years that were spent at Lazy Acres in Millen’s Bay in the Thousand Islands. My mom and dad had a spot in that park right on the St Lawrence River. So sorry for your loss. Have wonderful memories.
Ann and all – so sad to hear of Marcias passing. So many fun times at the River! Mostly remembering sitting on porch with them and my folks having a cocktail. Much love to you all. Lucy
Dear Ann and family . . so sorry to learn of Marcie’s passing. How well I remember her dedication to the Millens Bay church and organ accompaniments, laughing with Bob and her on the porch facing our beloved St. Lawrence . . she always seemed to be such a happy, joyful person. Much love to you and the family . . . .Ann
Dave, Judy and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your sister and all of you.
My sincerest condolences to Marcia’s family. She was my lower neighbor at the Hammocks at Geneseo for the last 5 years and was a lovely person. She always came to see me perform on my violin at the College and was always checking in on me to see how things were going. I’ll miss her kindness and reassuring presence. God bless and rest her soul.
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Marcia. Our prayers are with the Baker Family. God Bless You Marcia
Anne and Ed, Jessica and Hal, Dave and Judy, Clark and Joy–our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers on the loss of your sister and aunt. We have so
many wonderful memories of Marc and Bob at Lazy Acres Park and then here in
Winter Haven and Sebring, Fl. She was a special friend for many years and will be
missed so very much. Love to you all.
Anne and Ed, Dave and Judy, Clark and Joy and Jessica and Hal–our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all on the loss of your sister and Aunt. A wonderful friend to our family and so many wonderful memories of Bob and Marc at Lazy Acres Park every summer and later here in Winter Haven and Sebring. She
will be missed so very much. Love to you all.
Marcia was a fine musician. won the most outstanding musician of Livingston
County in high school. We both took piano lessons from Frieda Osborn. She will
continue to play her music in heaven for all too enjoy. A great friend and fun to
be with.
To the Baker famiy…sympathy to you all in the loss of your sister/aunt. May you feel blessed to have had her nearby these last few years.
Great person. Sorry to hear of her passing. I will have have her and her family in my prayers.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I just saw Marcia a few months ago when she was with Dave and Judy. Thoughts going to the family..
My condolences to the Baker family .
I am so sad. I’ve lost a good friend…we had so much fun in Livonia and when she moved to Lake Ronkonkoma….My love, thoughts and prayers go out to her family. She will always be a part of my life.