It is with great sadness that we share the news that Marian Baker, co-founder of Baker Labels, passed away peacefully on Sunday 30th November, aged 89.
Together with her husband Roy, Marian founded Baker Labels in 1973. What began as a husband and wife venture in a small factory in Vale Royal, near King’s Cross, went on to become the foundations of the company we know today. The values that shape Baker Labels - caring for our staff, supporting our community, and building honest, long lasting business relationships were established by Roy and Marian from the very beginning. They didn’t simply start a company; they set a standard and created the “Baker family ethos” that continues to guide us.
Known for her warmth, kindness and sharp mind, Marian kept meticulous handwritten sales ledgers and accounts during the company’s early years - pages we still treasure today. Even after retiring, she remained a close friend to many of our team, staying deeply interested in the business and its progress through the decades.
Marian was enormously proud of how Baker Labels has grown under the leadership of her son Steve, and equally delighted to see her grandsons Harry and Tom become part of the next generation carrying the business into the future.
In February 2020, Marian officially opened BakPac with a ceremonial ribbon cutting - a moment that meant a great deal to her, and to us. On her visit to the BakPac factory last year, she was thrilled with the progress the team had made. She often said how proud Roy would have been to see how far the company had come.
“Marian was not just our co-founder; she was a matriarch of the Baker family - at home and within the business. Her influence is woven into our culture, our relationships, and the way we look after one another. Her legacy will continue through every member of staff who feels valued here, every customer who trusts us, and every charity we are able to support.”
She will be greatly missed by everyone at Baker Labels, BakPac and Baker Materials, who had the privilege of knowing her.
Our love and condolences are with Steve, Harry, Tom and the entire Baker family at this difficult time.
Thank you, Marian - for the foundations you built, the values you instilled, and the legacy that will carry forward for generations.
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