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IN MEMORY OF TROY WILLIAM BAKER

May 31 2024

April 27 1964

Troy William Baker, age 60, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away on May 31, 2024. He was born on April 27, 1964, in Passaic, NJ. Troy was an accomplished and well-respected Sales & Business Change Leader, having most recently served as the VP of Sales for Panda Doors and Windows as well as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for ASTI (Ammonia Safety & Training Institute). His career was marked by excellence in leadership in every industry he touched. As a proud United States Army NBC Officer, Troy’s military associations were a significant and instrumental part of his life. Following his education at Manchester Regional High School, Troy began his journey into adulthood at The Citadel Military College of South Carolina. He was recognized for his many accomplishments and held leadership ranks of Battalion and Regimental Staff. It was here that he learned perseverance and what it takes to overcome adversity, the importance of tradition, discipline, and

the values of honor, duty and respect. This served him well during Desert Storm where he served as a 1st Lieutenant with the 419th Water Dawgs - the highest rated Water Battalion in the US Army. Troy was a loving husband to Jessica Glenn-Baker and a devoted father to William(22), Wesley(20), Raquel(19), Wynston(5), and Whitney(1). Troy is survived by his mother, Diana Baker, his sister Sloane Baker, and his nephew Brooks Baker. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard William Baker. Troy was known for his caring nature and generosity. He was passionate about his family and friends, an enthusiastic sports fan(Mets, Jets, Rangers, Knicks, and Notre Dame), a music and concert lover, a lifelong learner, and he constantly challenged himself both professionally, personally, and physically. His impact on those around him will always be remembered and cherished. He pushed everyone around him to be their best selves, and did whatever it took to provide the opportunities for others to do so.

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