With profound sorrow and loving memories, we announce the passing of Evelyn Pearlene Baker, who departed this life peacefully on January 6, 2026, at the age of 63. Born on September 14, 1962, Evelyn spent her life in the Warrenton, Virginia area, where she built quiet connections and left a gentle impression on those around her.
Evelyn’s presence brought warmth to family, friends, and neighbors alike. She carried herself with a kindness that made people feel at ease, offering support in subtle ways that often meant the most. In the close community of Warrenton, she was someone whose reliability and caring nature touched many lives without fanfare.
Those who knew Evelyn remember her as a woman of deep faith, drawn to the welcoming spirit of Yorkshire Freewill Baptist Church in nearby Manassas. The church community played an important role in her life, providing a place of fellowship and reflection that mirrored her own steady and compassionate heart.
Her departure leaves a noticeable void for all who held her dear. Family and friends are navigating the early days of grief, finding comfort in shared stories and the knowledge that Evelyn’s gentle influence will linger in their hearts.
The community is warmly invited to gather in her honor. A visitation will take place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Yorkshire Freewill Baptist Church, located at 7620 Chestnut Street in Manassas. The funeral service will follow on Monday, January 12, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the same church, offering a time to celebrate Evelyn’s life and faith. Burial will take place afterward at 1:00 p.m. at Bright View Cemetery in Warrenton, a peaceful resting place that ties her memory to the area she called home.
Though Evelyn Pearlene Baker is no longer here, the love she shared and the quiet strength she showed will continue to resonate with everyone privileged to have known her. She will be deeply missed, but fondly remembered for the light she brought into so many lives.