Enlisted in the US Navy on September 21, 1967 in Milwaulkee, WI, she was discharged on May 29th, 1969 as an AZ3. Her boot camp training was at RTC Bainbridge, as a member of the first regiment, company 10. Training included survival skills, a memorable tour of Washington DC. CFAW-11, NAS, Jacksonville, Fl. Lived in barracks. Secretary/receptionist for 14 man aviation maintenance office - naval aircraft and ships world-wide. AZ 3 is Aviation Maintenance Administration man 3rd. Was Assistant Recreation Petty Officer 3rd.

Fulfilled all training and education high performance evaluations. Never-to-be-for to get their own - never asked me again. Got married at St. Edwards Chapel at NAS Jacksonville, FL on 16 Apr 68. After discharge, lived in.Black River Falls, WI for summer. Moved to Green Bay, WI and then to Oshkosh, WI to attend college. on December 21, 1971.

She moved to a permanent residence in Luxembourg, WI. Attended University of Wisconsin Green Bay part-time; graduated 1974 Bachelor of Science in College of Human Biology and Social Work. She also had an excess of 1900 hours at various technical schools. Nellie was involved in civic affairs all of her life, such as 4-H Teacher, Heart Fund, Day Care Volunteer, working in many capacities with the Adoption Information Directory, community band, and several other activities. Baker has two daughters and is very proud of her military service.