Ray Baker a native of Ballarat Victoria Australia passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 13, 2007. Ray is survived by his Wife Deirdre Baker, Sister Faye Gordon, Brother Max Baker & hundreds of loving friends.

The memorial service in honor of Ray Baker was held at Palm West Funeral home Saturday Nov 24th 2007 at 1:00 PM.

Deirdre held an open house in celebration of his life & his devotion to the world of ballroom dance immediately following the service (2:00 to 5:00) at their home.

In lieu of flowers donations were made to "Ray Baker Scholarship"

Ray Baker devoted his life to the world of ballroom dance. With his amateur partner, (later to become his wife Deirdre) Ray began his dance career by competing in the, Latin and Standard disciplines, eventually to represent his native Australia in the Standard World Championship, 10-Dance World Championships and the World Show dance Competition. Ray concluded his amateur career after winning the Australasian Championships in International Standard divisions.
Not yet satisfied with his accomplishments, Ray turned professional in 1976 and relocated to London.

During his years in the United Kingdom, Ray and his professional partner /wife performed shows and won many Championship titles throughout Europe, Australia, the United States and Singapore.
Still not yet satisfied with his accomplishments; Ray continued his love and devotion to ballroom as a qualified championship adjudicator, he is licensed in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Holland and Switzerland.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to "Ray Baker Scholarship"
11924 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 22-270 Wellington, FL 33414

Details about The Ray Baker Pro/Am Scholarship Fund will be available at www.raybakerscholarships.com

Ray Baker Scholarships
11924 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 22-270 Wellington, FL 33414
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