Celebrating the life of
Teresa Anna Baker Szymielewica
June 26, 1944 - March 28, 2014
Teresa Anna Wajdziak Baker Szymielewicz, 69, died Friday, March 28, 2014 at her residence. She was born in Warsaw, Poland daughter of Jan and Lydia Jankowski. In 1956, she moved to England to escape the depression of Poland where she owned and operated a bed and breakfast inn. She sold the inn in 1979 and relocated to the United States settling in Statesboro, Georgia and later to Tybee Island where she owned The Eating Place on Wilmington Island and The Seafood Place on Tybee Island. Teresa was a vibrant, enthusiastic, independent and stylish woman that loved her Lord. She loved to travel and helping the less fortunate. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Paul William Baker.
Surviving are her husband of 13 years, Wojciech "Jerry" Szymielewicz of Savannah; sons, Yan C. and Bonnie Baker of Savannah; Bobby R. Baker of England; Kim Faxon of Savannah; mother, Lydia Szumowski of Savannah; brother, Mark and Sandy Hord of Statesboro; grandchildren, Logan, Gavin and Josie; niece, Rachel and great niece, Lily; step-children, Patrick and Roxanna Szymielewicz of Poland; cousin, Bob Hordecki of Australia and many loving friends.
Visitation: 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., Sunday, March 30, 2014 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
Funeral: 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 31, 2014 in the Islands Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors.
Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances: ALS Association, 1955 Cliff Valley Way, Suite 116, Atlanta, GA 30329.
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Fox &Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise that 'He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have pass away.' Rev. 21:4
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
My condolences to Ms. Teresa.May she rest in peace. To the entire family.especially Yan and Bonnie,my prayers are with you.
- Dennis Deary, Savannah, GA
Teresa was a wonderful caring person i learned that firsthand, she was beautiful inside and out , she was smart,funny,without trying,she always made me smile ,laugh,and,giggle to myself just by being Teresa. Teresa was a wonderful mother,daughter,wife,and grandmother,and friend to many,Teresa always knew how to get things done even with her illness which did not slow her down it just made her more resourceful just in a different way,Teresa was a strong,spiritual,forgiving,loving person who taught me alot. i always told Teresa she made me feel special . Teresa was also an animal lover,she loved her joe and maggie and i know they loved her also.teresa will be very missed . i loved her very much .
- margaretpeggy bushnaq, richmond hill, GA
Yan and Bonnie we are so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to loose a loved one especially your mother. You are in our prayers. Love you both call if you need anything.
- Ricky & JoAnn Harvey, Wilmington island, GA
Yan, Your mom was so very courageous. You were fortunate to have been with her all your life. Robin and me want to express our heartfelt grief.
- Marcel & Robin Martin, Savannah, GA
My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise that 'He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have pass away.' Rev. 21:4
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
My condolences to Ms. Teresa.May she rest in peace. To the entire family.especially Yan and Bonnie,my prayers are with you.
- Dennis Deary, Savannah, GA
Teresa was a wonderful caring person i learned that firsthand, she was beautiful inside and out , she was smart,funny,without trying,she always made me smile ,laugh,and,giggle to myself just by being Teresa. Teresa was a wonderful mother,daughter,wife,and grandmother,and friend to many,Teresa always knew how to get things done even with her illness which did not slow her down it just made her more resourceful just in a different way,Teresa was a strong,spiritual,forgiving,loving person who taught me alot. i always told Teresa she made me feel special . Teresa was also an animal lover,she loved her joe and maggie and i know they loved her also.teresa will be very missed . i loved her very much .
- margaretpeggy bushnaq, richmond hill, GA
Yan and Bonnie we are so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to loose a loved one especially your mother. You are in our prayers. Love you both call if you need anything.
- Ricky & JoAnn Harvey, Wilmington island, GA
Yan, Your mom was so very courageous. You were fortunate to have been with her all your life. Robin and me want to express our heartfelt grief.
- Marcel & Robin Martin, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
