Geraldine F. Baden

Geraldine F Baden, 97, Roosevelt, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 25, 2024, in Altus, Oklahoma. She was born on April 8, 1927 to Homer and Gladys (Young) Emmons in Mountain Park, Oklahoma. Geraldine (Geri) grew up and attended school in Mountain Park, graduating as valedictorian in 1945. She met the love of her life Oren Baden while attending school. They were united in marriage on January 27, 1946 in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma while Oren was on leave from the U.S. Army. This blessed romance lasted over 66 years.

Geri and Oren began their farming and ranching life together in Cold Springs, Oklahoma, moving to the Consolidated 8 Community in 1957, where they raised their family. They raised cotton, wheat, and cattle. Geri was very active in the family business working next to Oren. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Roosevelt. She enjoyed singing in the choir at church and at many functions and funerals. She worked tirelessly in the kitchen during funerals and special occasions. In 1960, The Badens were selected as the Kiowa County Farm Family of the year and competed at the state level.

Geri loved being at home taking care of her family. She was an avid seamstress and quilter. Geri will be missed by all who knew her and loved her.

Survivors include:

Children:

Ken Baden & wife Marcia, Norman, OK

Randy Baden & wife Paula, Altus, OK

Pam Holland & husband Dean, Roosevelt, OK

Grandchildren:

Kale Baden & wife Amy, Norman, OK

Kristi Ryans & husband Todd, OKC, OK

Mandy Carpenter & husband Brian, Clovis, NM

Derrick Holland & wife Amanda, Snyder, OK

Erin Naughton & husband Jimmy, Coppell, TX

Haylee McDorman & husband Josh, Collinsville, OK

Megan Schroeder & husband Steven, Stillwater, OK

Adam Baden & Melissa, Chattanooga, OK

Lacie Deckard & husband Tyler, Bartlesville, OK

Shawn Easton & wife Ashley, Goldsby, OK

Great Grandchildren:

Jackson, Kole, Kaleb, Audrey, Nate, Amelia, James, Hadley, Durbin, Abigail, Skyler, Della, Addison, Luke, Max, Maycee, Avrie, Ridge, Oliviah, Madi, and Kash.

Sister Linda Long & husband Larry, Elk City, OK, Brother-in-law Bill McCullar & wife Debbie, Grand Gorge, NY, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her parents: Homer & Gladys Emmons, Husband: Oren Baden, Daughter: Cindy Baden Dickerson, granddaughter: Melissa Jane Baden, Brothers: Leon Emmons, and Orville Emmons, Sister: Joann McCullar.

In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the First Baptist Church, PO BOX 218, Roosevelt, Oklahoma 73564, Attention Kitchen Fund.

Funeral:2:00 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2024

First Baptist Church, Roosevelt, Oklahoma

Interment: Mountain Park Cemetery, Mountain Park, Oklahoma

Under the direction of Ray and Martha's Funeral Home, Hobart