Sarah Emily Baker Hinson
February 13, 2026
Sarah Baker Hinson, 87, of Charlotte, NC passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026. Sarah Emily, Sis to family, was born April 12, 1938, at home in Waxhaw, NC, the daughter of Luther B. Baker and Juanita Byrum Baker.
Sarah graduated from Waxhaw High School where she played half-court women's basketball and was an organist at church. She attended Queens College and became a flight attendant for Eastern Airlines. She remained active in Silverliners, a charitable organization for former flight attendants.
Sarah was an early member of Providence United Methodist Church where she was active in the Chipley Bible Class and Women's Circle, with her favorite fundraiser being the Cookie Walk and Christmas Market. Sarah loved to sing and was a long-standing member of the church choir, performing on trips to New York City and Europe. She also participated in the Singing Christmas Tree for many years. Sarah loved to exercise and enjoyed walks and classes at the Harris Y and later the Cornwell Center. She had a zest for life that was infectious and made friends wherever she went.
Sarah treasured the time with her grandchildren who called her Nana. She accompanied them to the beach and the mountains, faithfully attended their activities and never missed a birthday. Nana traveled from the Carolinas to Colorado to participate in school graduations and weddings. She was their biggest cheerleader.
Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, Luther and Juanita Baker; her brother, Luther B. Baker, Jr.; her brother, Charles W. Baker; and her grandson, Andrew J. Reichmeier. She is survived by her daughters, Melissa Reichmeier (Jack) and Tracey Stipp (John); her grandchildren, Michelle Curtis (Pierson), John Reichmeier (Katie), Christin McDonald (Evan), Joseph Stipp, and Jackson Stipp; her great-granddaughters, Elsie Reichmeier and Isla McDonald; and her brother, Carl F. Baker (Sandy).
Sarah’s Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Providence United Methodist Church, 2810 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28211. The service will also be livestreamed. You can view it online by clicking this link.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Providence United Methodist Church where you can donate in memory of Sarah. Please note Sarah's name on the memo line.
The family would like to thank Sarah's church family and many friends for their love and support, as well as all the wonderful caregivers at CMC Main and Aldersgate during her final weeks.
Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.
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Sarah was a sweet, kind neighbor. She’ll be missed. Prayers & condolences for her family. Upon finding out called Nana & Sis; “you’ll be missed “Sis” in the Lord, till we see you again”. Kay
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Sarah was one of those rare people who were always joyful and full of life. Her presence was always gentle, kind, and full of warmth. Being around her was a reminder that life can be beautiful, no matter what we go through. Her love of life, her sense of humor, and her generous heart were truly inspiring. She will be greatly missed. My heartfelt condolences to her family. May her memory be a blessing.
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Sarah and I became friends in our Charlotte Silverliners group. She was always upbeat with a lovely smile for all of us. I feel blessed to have known her and I will miss her. Condolences to her family.
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