Maynard F Baker, 95, passed away peacefully in Hanford on July 3rd under the care of Brighton Post Acute and SEVA Hospice. Maynard was born to Burl and Stella (Ryan) Baker and lived his entire life in Hanford. He married Laura Lawrence in 1951, just a few months before enlisting in the navy. After serving four years, stationed in San Diego, Maynard received an honorable discharge September, 1955. He then resumed employment with Sears where he worked 37 years before retiring.
Maynard leaves behind his two daughters Lynde Gillespie (Doug), Cynde Wall (Jerry) and son Tim Baker (Alicia) from second marriage to Connie. His grand children Kirstie Gillespie, John Wall, Laura Wall and Dominic Baker, great grandchild Cate, and his loving companion Marvolene Pruett.
He was preceded in death by Laura Baker, son Michael Baker and brother Norman Baker.
Our family would like to thank Valley Christian Home for their wonderful care, love and respect shown to our dad and family during his 2½ year residency.
A memorial service will be held at 11am on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at People’s Funeral Chapel in Hanford, CA.
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