Rochelle Baker Obituary

After an 8 year battle, Rochelle (Stephens) Baker (67) passed away of early onset Dementia/Alzheimer's on Tuesday, 12/31/19, at Brookside Inn (Memory Care) in Castle Rock, Colorado. She was born on August 18, 1952 to Pauline (Thomas) Stephens and Samuel Stephens. She held an Associate's Degree in Computer and Information Sciences from Troy State University in Alabama. She married James E. Baker in 1971 in Montgomery, Alabama but divorced in early 2000 but maintained an amicable relationship until he passed in 2006. Her last professional role was as a Special IT Investigator for MSM Security Services, which showcased her elite project operations skills. Rochelle lived life to the fullest, planning high school reunions, travelling to the Bahamas on cruises, dancing the night away at holiday galas and always making time to catch up with family and friends. Rochelle was a diva with a heart of gold. She is survived by her children, Tiffany Baker (daughter), Brandon Baker (son), Rev. Sylvester Washington (brother), Catherine Rogers (sister), Lonnie Ross (sister), Walter Stephens (brother) Ali Morris (grandson), Obi Morris (grandson), Khalid Morris (son-in-law) and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and close friends. Family and friends whose lives Rochelle touched are invited to the Ross-Clayton Funeral Home @ 1412 Adams Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104 on Friday, Jan 31st (Time TBD) to reminisce, grieve and support each other.