Daniel V. Baker

Dan was born the seventh son of eight sons to Charles J. and Naomi L. Baker (Fraas) on September 2nd, 1939. Raised in Independence, Missouri, he attended St. Stephens Catholic Grade School and Graduated De La Salle in 1956. He received his associate’s degree from Donnelly College where he met the love of his life, Barbara Ann Baker (Thies). He began his bachelor’s degree at Rockhurst College, married Barbara October 15th, 1960, completing the bachelor degree the following year.

Dan began his professional career as a Certified Property & Casualties Underwriter (C.P.C.U.), in 1961. He served as an independent insurance agent for many organizations and private customers throughout his 50+ year career. Mostly as a self-employed independent broker, throughout Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, New York, etc. Dan was a Faith-filled father of seven. Dan was also a proud member of the 4th Men’s Cursillo in 1963. A local servant leader, Dan was involved with a number of organizations, namely in their local parish of St. Bernadette’s. With involvement on the school board, marriage encounter, parish council, athletic coaching, to name a few. Dan spent the majority of his leisure time with his loving wife and family in nature or in sport.

Dan is preceded by his parents Charles and Naomi Baker (Fraas); 3 brothers and 1 sister-in-law, Charles (Gert), Frank, Bill and son-in-law, Peter.

Dan is survived by his loving wife Barbara of 60+ years. Daughters, Renee (JK), Cheryl (John), Janet, Michele (Jeff) and sons, James, Mark and Matt. An adored grandfather of 16 and 1 great grandchild.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Bernadette’s Catholic Church, 9020 E 51st Terr.,

Kansas City, MO 64133; St. Michael the Archangel High School, 2901 Lee's Summit Rd.,

Kansas City, MO 64139 or F.I.R.E. c/o The Catholic Center, 20 W. Ninth Street, Kansas City, MO 64105.

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