David “Dave” Alan Baker, 82, of Fort Wayne, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020. He was born on May 31, 1938 to the late Leonard L. and Mildred Baker. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and retired from Haffner Paint Co. in 2001 after 18 years. He also worked for Glidden and Pittsburgh Paints and served in the U. S. Air Force. David was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church and a former member of St. Henry’s Catholic Church. He was a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of the American Legion. He was an Indiana High School Athletic Official, a Boy Scout Leader and an avid Ohio State fan. Mr. Baker is survived by his children, Dawn Frecker, Craig (Amy) Baker of Ft. Wayne, Matthew (Mary Ortega) Baker of Huntertown, Hal (Angela) Baker of Ft. Wayne; grandchildren, Caitlyn, Charlotte, Colton, Adam, Justin, Megan, and Amber; and siblings, Dorothy Helland of Charleston, IL, and Carolyn English of Oregon, OH. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Jean Baker; a brother, Richard Baker; and a sister, Marilyn Shufelt. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 11:00 am at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 14623 Bluffton Road, Yoder, IN 46798 with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will also be on Friday, July 24, 2020 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm, with a Rosary Service beginning at 7:30 pm at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, 6424 Winchester Road, Ft. Wayne, IN 46819. Memorials may be made to Embassy Theatre, Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana or Masses. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.klaehnfahlmeltonfunerals.com for the Baker family.
