OBITUARY
Donald V. Baker, Sr.
November 13, 1930 – February 26, 2014
Donald V. Baker, Sr., 83, of Evansville, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at Deaconess Hospice Care Center. He was born November 13, 1930, in Evansville, to the late Francis and Allene (Copeland) Baker.
He retired from the Air Force after 30 years of service and was a member of VFW Post #1114.
Donald was preceded in death by his son, Lincoln R. Baker; and brothers, Virgil and Norman Baker.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia (Rinehart) Baker; son, Donald (Debbie) Baker, Jr.; daughter, Melissa Baker; daughter-in-law, Linda Baker; and grandchildren, Matthew, Sarah, Josiah, Emily, Samuel, Amy Claire and Naomi Baker.
Graveside services will be 1:00 PM Saturday, March 1, 2014, in McCutchanville Cemetery, officiated by Donald’s nephew, Scott Richardson.
Memorial contributions may be made to Deaconess Hospice Care Center. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.
Services
- Graveside Service Saturday, March 1, 2014
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Donald V. Baker, Sr.
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RECEIVE UPDATESCharles Hargis
March 5, 2014
My belated condolences from the Hargis family in Tennessee. My dad, Floyd, and Don were first cousins. My Grandmother Emma and Allene were sisters. I think I shook his hand at one of the Hargis family reunions and thanked him for his service to our country by serving in the Air Force. I want to reiterate that thought again to his family.
Warm regards,
Charles Hargis,
Oak Ridge, TN
Pam & Steve (Bethel) Bennett
March 3, 2014
We were so sorry to hear about Donald. We are praying for you and your family. God bless and comfort you all.
Rev. 21:3, 4 ~ Kim
March 3, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
George and Carolyn Clark
March 2, 2014
Uncle Don walked to beat of his own drum, a rare man with whom one could have intelligent conversation, and one who lived life without pretense. I cherish all my connections with Uncle Don. Thinking of you, Aunt Pat and family. Semper salute.
March 2, 2014
Thank you for quickly and kindly making me feel a valued and cherished part of the family from the very beginning. Don, Sr.'s generosity was evident. His tales and the sharing of his life were enriching. He was a good father-in-law.
I will miss seeing him, listening to his harmonica, guitar, and singing, and talking to him while he sat in his custom 'chair.'
Love, Debbie (Long) Baker
June Kumm
February 28, 2014
Praying for peace and comfort for all!!!!
February 28, 2014
So sorry to hear about Uncle Don. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Love Peggy Eastham
KEISTON HOLLOWAY
February 28, 2014
ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY
February 28, 2014
Nothing Beautiful In This World Is Ever Really Lost Those We Cherish Will Always
Live On In Memory.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Deaconess Home Medical Equipment and Infusion Staff
Jeff and Dana Holder
February 28, 2014
Praying for Aunt Pat, Don, Missy and all the family. Uncle Don was both intelligent and entertaining. We have fond memories of him from Thanksgiving dinners at Grace Baptist Church, numerous weddings and funerals, and those all too rare family get togethers. May God bless you all now and always. He will be missed.
Kelly Rinehart
February 27, 2014
Dear family,
TC and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I have several good memories of Uncle Don that still make me smile! It was also special for me to have a shared Air Force background with him. May our good Lord keep you and comfort you always.
Love you all,
Kelly
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