Fontaine, Mara

• Name	Fontaine, Mara
  	20240205GHLn- https://www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com/obituaries/gayla-baker Gayla Jo Baker April 23, 1959 - November 11, 2023 Coudersport, Pa. Gayla Jo Baker “longtime resident of Coudersport and Sweden Valley” COUDERSPORT, Pa.---Gayla Jo Baker, 64, of Coudersport, passed away Saturday November 11, 2023. She was born in Coudersport on Thursday, April 23, 1959, a daughter of John R. and Carlene E. (Brown) Baker. Gayla was a graduate of Coudersport High School and was also a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Bradford with a Bachelor’s Degree in nursing. Gayla had a lifelong career in nursing and healthcare and enjoyed helping others. Gayla is survived by her son, Cody J. (Mara Fontaine) Yentzer of Bradford; two younger brothers, Allan L. (Helene) Baker of Coudersport and Daniel R. (Robin) Baker of Ulysses; her canine companion, Dobby, who was her whole world; and several nieces and nephews. Gayla was predeceased by her parents. Gayla’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Gayla’s good friends, Mona Paro and Deniece Abbey, whom she cared for very much. According to Gayla’s wishes, there will be no formal service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gayla’s name may be made to Teacher’s Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, Coudersport, PA 16915. Gayla’s family has entrusted her care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse. To express condolences, light a candle or share a fond memory of Gayla, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page. Guestbook Rest in peace Gayla John and the girls are taking good care of your pup . He will be loved by Ellie as he knew her before. BONNIE SUE GIBBLE Nov 15, 2023 So sorry for your loss. BETTYBUNNELL Nov 15, 2023 Guestbook gallery photo 1: Gayla Jo Baker posted by Elaine So much love to you, my dear friend ???????? ELAINE Nov 14, 2023
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  Person ID	I95572	WETZEL-SPRING

  
  

  Family	Yentzer, Cody John
  Family ID	F56093	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

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