Karen Sue Baker, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, surrounded by her devoted family.

Born on April 26, 1947, to Delbert and Dona Mae Corlee, Karen was raised with strong values, a kind heart, and a deep sense of service. In 1969, she married the love of her life, Theodore Baker, in El Reno, Oklahoma. Together they built a life centered on love, laughter, and family.

In 1982, Karen and Theodore moved to Chantilly, Virginia, where they raised their two children. Their home was a place of warmth, hospitality, and the comforting aroma of Karen's home-cooked meals.

Karen had a lifelong commitment to serving her community. She was an active volunteer and found great joy and purpose in supporting local causes, particularly through Scouting. Her leadership, encouragement, and countless hours of service positively impacted many young lives and reflected her generous spirit.

In 2013, Karen and Theodore relocated to Leesburg, where she embraced her role as a proud grandmother. Her family meant everything to her, and she treasured every moment spent with her grandchildren.

Karen will be remembered for her gentle strength, her generous heart, and the unwavering love she gave to others. Her legacy of kindness and service lives on in all who were fortunate to know her.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Theodore Baker; her brother, Daniel Corlee; her children, Ted Baker and his wife, Min, and Juliye Wood and her husband, Dean; as well as her five cherished grandchildren: Mason W., Zoe W., Benjamin B., Spencer W., and Daniel B.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.at Colonial Funeral Home in Leesburg, Virginia. Family, friends, and all whose lives were touched by Karen are warmly invited to attend and celebrate her life.

We invite those who wish to attend the graveside service, which will be held at Stonewall Memory Gardens (12004 Lee Hwy, Manassas, VA 20109) on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

Following the graveside service, family and friends are warmly welcomed to gather for a light dinner and continue sharing memories at the home of Juliye and Dean Wood at 2:30 located at: 22688 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Karen's memory to the National Park Service, honoring her love of nature. To donate online, please visit the Memorial Donations tab on the left hand side of this page).

Karen Sue Baker will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered always.