Donald V. Baker, Sr.

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.