Roke Pablo Baza

Roke Pablo Baza
Roke Pablo Baza, also known as “Rocky”, Familian “Tuba”, was called home by our Heavenly Father on September 26, 2021 in Silverdale, WA at the age of 84. Roke was born in Agana, Guam on August 22, 1937. He was raised in the village of Mangilao, GU and attended George Washington High School. Roke married Maria Torres Camacho, Familian “Spotsa”, on August 16, 1958 and they raised their 7 children in Mangilao. Roke worked and retired from Guam Public Works Agency after 20+ years of service. Prior to his time with the Government of Guam, he was honorably discharged from United States Navy, where he served as a fireman. In the 80’s, Roke and his family moved to Port Orchard, WA where he worked as a painter for the Bremerton Shipyard. He retired after 20+ years of service. Roke continued to work for another 10+ years for Kitsap Credit Union.

Roke worked hard but played hard as well. He had many passions, he loved hunting wild game and going to the casinos. He said, “This is my therapy”. He was a boxer, an excellent billiards player, and a big fan of Manny “Pacman” Paquiao as well as the Seattle Mariners. Roke played the guitar, the harmonica, and enjoyed attending car shows. Roke was a classic car collector which included his Lincoln Continentals, Chevy trucks, and his 1945 Jeep Willys. He was a great supporter of St. Gabriel Catholic Church and The Guam Club of Bremerton.

In his new life, Roke will be met at the gates of heaven by his
Wife: Maria Camacho Baza Son: John Larry Baza Grandson: Joshua Baza Kumar Parents: Jesus Cabrera Baza & Maria Baza; Amable Pablo Parents-In-Law: Manuel Meno Camacho & Ana Torres Camacho
Brother: Antonio Pablo Baza Sister: Winifreda Pangelinan Brother-In-Laws: John Camacho, Joe Camacho, Manuel Camacho, Jose Guerrero, Ben Leon Guerrero Sister-In-Laws: Felicita C. Guerrero, Bernadita C. Borja, Margaret Camacho, Carmen Camacho Special Pets: Rusty, Rico, Rudy

Roke was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. His love & memories will be cherished and missed forever in the hearts of his
Children: Roy & Merl Baza (Tannia Baza (Tyson, Titus), Roy Lucian Baza); Roland & Eloise G. Baza (Ryan Guerrero, Chelsey Guerrero Baza (Damien Cole, Giselle Aeris, Azeira Autumn, Everleigh Vera), Isaac Baza, Mariah Baza, Ty Baza, Isaiah Baza); Therese & Brian Tainatongo (Jason Lizama (Junior & Andrea (Isabella, Cortez) Alexander, Josiah, Jannisa) Stacia & Brandon Cannalla (Elijah, Kye, Makeo), Amanda Johnson (Xyla-Jean Grace), Michael Lizama & Melanie Brooks (Elleana, Stevie, Ha’ani), Kyle Tainatongo and Kiana Tainatongo (James, Khaleel)); Zina Baza & Michael Camacho (Roy & Jennifer Baza (Aaliyah, Makye, Siennah, Jiyah)); Vincent & Michelle Baza (Joseph Baza, Desiree Chavez, Destiny Chavez); Robert Baza Daughter-In-Law: Christine Baza (Angelina & Jamie Baza); Sister-In-Laws: Carmen Baza; Anna & Joseph Delos Santos; Barcy Leon Guerrero; Julita & Harold Newman Brother-In-Law: Victor Borja Godchildren: Norma Pangelinan, Shawn Camacho, Angelica Rachel, Dwayne Cruz, Ron and Jessica Quintanilla, Lynn Jesus, Julie Camacho Special Pets: Princess and Congo’ Numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends will also miss him.


As the family of Roke & Maria Baza, we remain grateful for the example of family that they have left us to carry on: 7 Children; 23 Grandchildren; 23 Great-Grandchildren; 2 Great-Great-Grandchildren. What a Legacy

Public viewing will be held at Rill Chapel, 1151 Mitchell Ave, Port Orchard, WA 98366 on October 13, 2021 from 9:00 am until 10:30 am. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Gabriel Catholic Church at 11:00 am. Interment ceremony will be on October 19, 2021 at 2:00 pm (Please arrive 30 minutes earlier) at Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th St, Kent, WA 98042 where we will bid him farewell and a peaceful rest.

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