Joslynn Marie Baker, “Carries Her Blanket Woman”, 18, went Home on May 1, 2023 in her mother’s arms, at Seattle Children’s Hospital. She was surrounded by loved ones in prayer.
Joslynn was born in Sidney, MT to Mary and Royce Baker on January 23, 2005. She had one brother, Anthony Baker who went on before her. She attended schools in Missoula, MT and Billings, MT and most recently Skyview High School.
Joslynn was talented in any form of art imaginable. She loved to draw, paint, sing, sculpt, and do make up on anyone who was willing to be her canvas, including her beloved dog, Lily. Joslynn loved the outdoors, whether it was just a backyard or playground or day trip in the woods. She especially loved camping trips with Mark Gillett and her mom, where they would collect petrified wood, identify other rocks and fossils and loved to help build and play in the campfire. She loved being close to nature and was happy to build small fairy houses in the woods for all the fairies.
From a young age Joslynn knew the importance of having a spiritual relationship with God and how it relates to her bigger self and the world. This helped her overcome all obstacles in her life. Joslynn was selfless, generous, and put others before herself even when she was struggling. She was a “mother hen” to her little cousins Cora and Cali, often reminding them it was “time to get ready for bed” or “make sure they’re brushing their teeth.”
Joslynn was particularly proud of her fur baby Clementine, often saying that was her “daughter”, whom she personally raised since 6 weeks old. She had a gift for training animals and knew instinctively how to communicate with them.
Joslynn made the best of every situation and even in the most turbulent times in her life she kept her sense of humor and good nature. While having endured great pain and suffering physically and emotionally, Joslynn was able to find greater beauty and happiness in places that most wouldn’t see.
She is fondly remembered by her doctors, nurses and friends for her politeness and fighting spirit. Never one to give up or back down, knowing the odds were against her. Because of this, she has encouraged many people in their own battles and given inspiration to many whom she had never met.
While on her spiritual journey in this life, she was given the name of Quawaya, meaning the “mighty” or strong”, by an Islamic leader in the community.
Joslynn was preceded in death by her father Royce Anthony Baker, her brother Anthony Royce Baker, grandparents: Roger Strauser, Vicky Spotted Bull Azure, Judy Greufe Brown, Tommy Baker, Byron Bauer, Bryon Bauer, Thomas Bauer, Ronald Bauer, Cora Bighorn, William (Junior) Strauser, Glen Strauser, Eric Red Bull, Connie Young, Great Grandparents: Alona Bighorn, Ray K. Eder, William Dean Strauser, Margaret Hamilton, Harold Greufe, Aunts: Leah Strauser, Sherry Jean Baker, Uncles: Eric Craft, Joray Four Bear, Special Uncle Dave Evans, Cousins: Marques Strauser and Logan Strauser, her pastor Kenny Azure of Blue Sky Ministries.
Joslynn is survived by her mother Mary Lynn (Strauser) Baker “Bird Calls Her Name”, Grandmas Monica LaRoque, Brenda Bauer, Irene Bighorn, Kathy Eder, Anna Eder, Rosella Wilson, Rayola Eder, Karen Browning, Sheryl Berger, Shelly Sears, Suzanne Smith, Feryl Greufe, Ernestine Ireland, Grandpas Bruce Bauer, George Eder, Karl Eder, Cary Eder, Marty Strauser, Jeff Strauser, Ross Strauser. Aunts: Lisa Strauser, Michelle Harada, Uncles: Terrance Adams, Jeff Harada, Cousins: Dakota Robinson, Jaki Harada, Lance Sampson, Cora Adams, Cali Adams. Special friends: Lily Hall, Ansha Suratt, Daisy Cooper, Neveah Montclair, Sabrina Al-Quidsi, Bryce Allard, Mark Gillette. Extended families, Feather Earring, Owns Pipe, Archdale, Red Thunder, Chiefs Black Duck, Iron Ring, Falcons, Lambert, Summers, Shields, Two Bull, Steele, Eder, Yellow Owl, Bighorn and Bauer. We apologize if we forgot anyone as our extended family is large.
A wake will be held on Friday, May 19th at 7:00 p.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 20th at 10:00 a.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow at Poplar City Cemetery.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday May 20, 2023
Poplar Cultural Center
Poplar, Montana 59255
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David & Chong Ae Boyd says
Joslynn you fought a good fight, now rest in the Lord’s arms. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be no more pain; for the former things are passed away.
Mary our prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
JAMES BIGHORN says
My sincere condolences to the family.
Carla Payne says
My sincere condolences to the family. Mary- you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jlanie Moran says
My condolences to the family
Rose Morsette says
Condolences to the family & prayers for her mother for strength during this most difficult time,
Jonny BearCub says
Prayers and thoughts of comfort to the family as they prepare to celebrate your Life with them. You fought the good fight and the Lord told the Angels to reach out to you and bring you home. May sweet happy memories help the family as they say farewell.
Leni Loendorf says
Mary and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Rest in peace Joslynn. Love and hugs for you all.
Donald Lee Boyd says
Mary
Deepest condolences And Prayers To Mary And Family I Was Very Honored To Have Meet Joslynn Baker A Few Months Ago And Was Always Happy And Put People First Instead Of Herself And Was A Animal Cat Lover And Her Brain Cancer Didn’t Bring Her Down In Life And Joslynn Was Ready To Go To Heaven And Heaven Gained A Beautiful Angel..
Donald L Boyd
Richard Vondall says
I’m so sorry to hear about my brother Royce daughter.😢 I didn’t get the chance to know her, but I’m sure the family will great her from heaven! ❤️ ♥️ Sending my prayers 🙏 ❤️ ♥️!
Cheryle Cantrell says
My Sincerest Condolences to the Family. I had the pleasure of meeting Joslyn, She had a sparkle in her eyes that made her shine. Such a soft sweet voice, She’s got her wings now as she always was an Angel. Lots of Love n Prayers Family ❤️🙏
Jean Archdale says
I am so very sorry for your unimaginable loss of such a special young woman. Although i did not know her one can just tell in her smile that she was very loved. I will pray for her family and keep everyone in my thoughts each day. My oh my what a beautiful angel got to welcome through those pearly gates.
Bobby Mitchell says
Sorry for your loss
Michaela Richards-Frazier says
Mary I am deeply sorry for your loss. It’s been years since the summer babysitting days.Baby jos still crosses my mind from time to time-this time I am heartbroken. She was my little sister no matter the distance, I loved her wholeheartedly. She was an incredibly humorous little girl ,filled with magic and a beautiful spirit that is unmatched.
You are in my heart and thoughts always ❤️❤️❤️
-Michaela