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Community Cares Marlene Baker

In a freak accident on the last lap of the final event of Saturday night’s auto racing action at the Lakeport Speedway, Marlene Baker of Lower Lake lost control of her car, spun around and broadsided the crash wall coming out of turn four. The hit was on the driver’s side of the car and was a hard direct impact. Baker was transported to Sutter-Lakeside Hospital where she lost her battle with life and was pronounced dead. Baker’s passenger, Chuck Egger, who is also her son, suffered a severe concussion and was airlifted to Santa Rosa Memorial. Egger remains in stable condition in the intensive care unit and is expected to make a full recovery.

This is the only fatality at the Lakeport Speedway since auto racing began at the Lake County Fairgrounds in 1949.

Reported by Nadine Strauss

Marlene Baker Updates

  • 08/04/2003 - Update from:Serena Velarde. (Chucks sisiter in law)
    I would like to let you all know that chuck is coming along. He is now starting to open his eyes and soon we will be able to speak to him. My sister his wife (Dawn Egger) is waiting to talk to him as well has his two daughters shelby and hettie mae. We are so thankful for all the support from the friends and family members in lake county they have all been so helpful. ...
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Prayers and Support For Marlene Baker

  • Dad & Vicki
    These have been some hard times and our family is strong and our love will get us through. Donny will always be part of our family and if there is anything we can do to get you through your sorrow please let us help. To our kids Chucky,Dawn, Shawna, & Grand Kids God will watch over you all and things will get better. I love you all Vicki
  • Steve & Barb Dall, Esparto
    Donnie, Dawn, Shelby, Heddie Mae and Shauna our thoughts and prayers are with you... Chuck, get up and at 'em soon. (I'll send you some jerky to get your strength up).
  • Mom$ & Pop$ Racing
    May god bless you guys
  • Brian Barnes
    chuckie,shawna,donnie u guys are what kept Marz goin may god keep her goin in all of our minds Love you guys Brian
  • Brian Barnes & Family
    Our thoughts & prayers are with the family. Chuckie, Baker, & family god will get you throught this rough time. To Pooch and kids: you are the strong point for your dad Love Uncle B and Cousin B
  • Lake Parts Clearlake & Lakeport
    We are so sorry for your family's heartbreaking loss. We think of you daily and pray for you in this difficult time. May all the good memories help to get you through. All our love and support to the Baker and Egger families
  • Golden - Danny and Marilyn
    Our hearts and prayers are with you Bake, Chuckie, Dawn, Shawna, and Famiy. If there is anything we can do in your time of need, PLEASE don't hesitate to call. We love you all.
  • Duke, (Chuckie's Cousin)
    My thoughts of sympathy are with Bakers Family, Chuck Your a good Driver & a Great Freind Its good to have Ya home, Were Kindly missin you at work, And Chuck I'm Terrebly sorry about Ma, Love ya, Duke,(REB)
  • nickolie rhodes
    i would just like to thank marlene and don for helpin me get started with racin this year you both were alot of help to me and my crew and we are feelin for you don and hope you consider racin again thanx for the help
  • The Hearn, Whitaker & Sterrett Families- B59
    We grieve with the family for their loss. Marlene was a very special lady who will be missed by us all. We are here for you Donny, Chuckie and family. Be comforted in your memories. We love you.
  • Dawn Egger
    Thank you all for your love and prayers, Chucky is home. And thanks all of you for you love and prayers to. He read's it every day. To Sheri thank you so much for all your love on the way to the Hospital and driving me. To the Lauenroth thank you all for your help. To (sis) thank you so much for taking care of my kids. Darren and Christina Al and Jan Tubbs thank you for being at Chucky's bed side every day. Donny and Shawna I love you very much. Marlene you are Chucky's (angel) and he loves you very much.
  • CHRIS OUBRE AND THE OUBRE FAMILY
    CHUCKIE I LOVE YOU AND HOPE YOU GET BETTER REALLY SOON... I WISH I COULD SEE YOU... YOUR #1 RACE FAN........HIS EMAIL ADDRESS IS adam_b_47@msn.com
  • Gard-Bernal Family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you Donny. May God be with you in your time of healing. Sorry for your loss, May God bless you.
  • Tracee Allen
    I want to let the entire family know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know Chuck and his wife from Store 24 and the Greenview Cafe in Hidden Valley. Chuck we are all looking forward to seeing you soon, on your route. Take care and heal fast.
  • Serena Velarde
    I hope to see you all at the speedway sat night. Chucky is doing good and has so much love and support around him and his family. Donnie is right by chuckys side as well as his sister shawna. To my sister Dawn Egger: Pooch you are such a angel, i can not put into words how much i love you. I will help you all with what ever you need even if it is to just sit and cry, i have two shoulders! To Shawna and Donnie i love you both and will be there for you. Chucky love you. All you have to do is call me and i will be there. Marlene will be missed so very much in my heart. God Bless her. I will never forget what she has done for me and my family. "Rest in Peace Marl"
  • Kami & Jake & Jazmin
    Chucky is home now everyone and doing very well. My love thoughts and prayers are with all of you (Donny, Shawna, Chucky, Dawn, Hettie Mae, Shelby and the rest of the family). You guys are definately loved and in my heart.
  • A racing family that knows how you feel
    What a great photo of Marlene on the front page of the Lake County Record Bee. That is how everyone should remember her, with a big smile on her face, excited to be racing. She loved racing and spending time with her immediate family and racing family. It is totally overwhelming the outpouring of love, support and concern that this comminuty has to offer, especially the racing family. I am proud to say I am a resident of Lake County. May god be with Don, Chuck and their families in this time of need. Our prayers are with you!!
  • Tim Calogianes
    to Bake and the rest of the family.. best of thoughts from all of my family in this difficult time.. Marlene will be missed by all that shared time and laughs with her .. to Dawn and the girls stay strong because we know chuckie is and will be!!
  • Bob and Nadine
    Chucky has been released and is coming home today. Thank you all for your prayers and concerns. Our racing family at Lakeport Speedway is truly remarkable and we love you all. A memorial for Marlene will be Saturday at the Lakeport Speedway at 6:45 pm. Please come and be a part of it. Nadine and Bob Strauss
  • Marc De La Torre
    are thoughts and prayers are with you
  • Mary Keithly
    The Kelseyville United Methodist Church members hold you in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you.
  • Serena Velarde. (Chucks sisiter in law)
    I would like to let you all know that chuck is awake now and knows who we all are. He will be out of icu today. The Baker and Egger family would like to thank you all for the support and prayers that is helping them through this.
  • A Racing Veteran
    We know not when death comes to whisk us away~ It could be years from now, or maybe today~ What better thing than to enjoy our time here~ Do what we enjoy and keep loved ones near~ Maybe this tragedy can others how~ To enjoy life while you can, right here and now~
  • Shelby & Hettie Egger
    Thank-you so much for all the thoughts and prayers. We just talked to our Daddy and he is getting better. Because of all the love and concern for our family Daddy and Bake will get better. Love, Shelby & Hettie
  • Darren & Christina Tubbs
    we would like everyone to know that chuckie is doing much better,and his wife Dawn appreciate all your support. And Donny we're sending our love to you.
  • The Whittington Family
    Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with every member of your family and with those that have been touched by this heartbreak.
  • Knight Racing Family...#B20
    Our entire Knight, Lauenroth & Johnson racing family extend our sincere Condolances to Donny Baker & Family. We send our positive thoughts & wishes to Chuckie (& family) that he will soon be well, healthy & home! Marlene will always be remembered as the one who created & annually arranged the 'Baker Barn Bomber Bash'. Our hearts are filled & comforted w/ happy memories!
  • Howard Motorsports #38 NWT
    Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those who mourn, especially the families.
  • Matthew Sullivan
    I know that my family and all of those who participate in racing at Redwood Acres have you and your family on our hearts and minds. We pray for you.
  • Jim Drummond
    Our thoughs and prayers are with your family at this time of need and such loss. God Bless You!
  • Richard&Shirley Tillman
    Our thoughts are with the family. May god see you all through this.
  • The Yellow Cars
    We have you all in your thoughts and prayers. And Chuckie if you could see our hands right now we are each flashing both! Get well quickly!
  • Bob and Olga Coply
    Our prayers go out to everyone at Lakeport Speedway I've never seen a bigger racing family than in Lake County. To the family we wish and pray for Gods blessing to help you thru this time.
  • nina garofalo and family
    dear shelby and hettie, i'm sorry to hear about you gramma. we are praying for you dad and family.
  • Renees Cafe
    Our very special milkman, our thoughts are with you, we miss your smiling face, get well soon. We are so sorry for your family's loss.
  • Serena Velarde. (Chucks sisiter in law)
    I would like to let you all know that chuck is coming along. He is now starting to open his eyes and soon we will be able to speak to him. My sister his wife (Dawn Egger) is waiting to talk to him as well has his two daughters shelby and hettie mae. We are so thankful for all the support from the friends and family members in lake county they have all been so helpful. Don Baker (Marlene's Husband) is doing better but still can not believe that he had just lost his best friend his wife. He will have all of the family and the loving friends help him and chuck through this. I would just like to thank you all for the prayers and my god bless you all for being so thoughtful and kind. I will try to keep you all with an update as soon as i here more. Thank You.
  • Fowler Motorsports #71 SWT
    May God help you through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you & also with Chuck on a quick recovery! God Speed.....
  • Team 35
    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Chuck, we hope you feel better soon.
  • Jay Rutherford
    The Speed Truck Challenge will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
  • BH Burck/ThorGroup Motorsports Marketing
    Have trust in God and you will be comforted. Our prayers are with you. Chuck, get well soon.
  • Peter-John and Anne
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you. For Chuck to have a special healing during this hard time......for all who loved Marlene to be comforted.
  • Burritt Motorsports
    My god be with your family in these times of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. #21 Speed Truck
  • Rose Family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family

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