I recently learned of Don's death and I'm so sorry. I knew him from Lincoln school and Scott. The warmth of his personality impressed me. Decades passes and I saw him again in surgery at TTH where I worked in the early to mid nineties. Great guy.

I am proud to have known Dr. Baker from '63 to '68 as a UT student. His accomplishments are outstanding and representative of his family, community, fraternity and church. He set the bar high.

To the Baker family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss! My sincerest prayers are with all of you! 
I knew Don when I attended Univ of Toledo ('65-'70).

To the Baker family: So sorry to hear of your loss! My prayers are with all of you!

To Don's Family and Friends-

I was a rep to Don's practice in my earlier 11 years in medical devices and equipment. I touched base with Don numerous times as our careers expanded, his in teaching medicine and giving back , mine in management and trying also to give back.

Plain and simple, Dr. Baker was a complete " class act" that the profession of medicine, orthopedics/ sports med and his community of friends will deeply miss.

Deepest Sympathy on your loss.....

Jim Osborne / FACHE

That smile, that jolly laugh, the jokes, that tender heart...I've known you for 27 yrs first as my physician, then my employer, lastly my uncle...you've impacted my life in so many different ways, all of them positive, many lessons learned...you will be greatly missed!!

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To the Baker Family,
I was saddened to hear of your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan A. Easler

We were saddened to learn of Don's passing. We pray that the God of all comfort will grant you His peace and strength as you mourn his loss. And may He provide you the oil of joy for mourning and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. Cherish your memories of Don in your hearts. Earl D and Catherine Y Ellis, Olympia Fields IL.

David Baker and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss and all the pain you are going through.
God does have a plan and this is all part of it.
We love you,

Chol and Wendy Kim

Dear Baker Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.Dr.Baker Was a kind and caring Doctor.He was our family Dr. for many years.MY husband held him in the highest esteem.We will always hold him dearly in our hearts.
The Albert Reed family

To Dr. Bakers Family and Friends.  
I worked with Dr. Baker at Mercy in Surgery.  Working 3-11 I usually saw him during emergencies.  He was always kind and thoughtful to his patients and to all his assistants in the operating room. There should be more people like him in this world.
Gene Bollinger (R.N.)

Dr. Baker was a mountain of a man who inspired all whose lives he touched. He will be missed, but will live on as his name passes through the lips of those upon whom he left his mark. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Carol and the Kids

May the many enduring joyful happy times and memories you all shared together uphold and sustain you and the rest of the family through this difficult time. Don will always live in your heart and memories and ours too in the many ways he touched our lives.
As always Keep the Faith.

Jason & Comfort Ofori

Frank Baker & Family, 
     My deepest sympathy at the passing of your brother.  May the Peace and Blessings of God be with you all.

Abdullahi Ibrahim Bin-Yahya
Scott High School
Class of 1959

I would like to send my thoughts and prayers to the Baker family. He was a wonderful man and doctor it's because of him that I can walk today. God truly blessed him.   John 3:16

For Dr. Don's Community:  Regeneration
In mourning Dr. B's death,
 something is restored.
We generate more complete, never ending
renderings.
Personal paths to shared superhighways.
Donald's work and smiles reside in us all and we dare not go to our own graves with a sad skin, wrinkled by racism or discolored by discord.
Dr. Donald showed us in so many ways the beauty and significance of effort.
Dr. Donald leaves us all with a model of a proud man who rehearsed a lifetime for this great date: regeneration.

John S. Scott, Toledo

TO THE FAMILY OF DR. BAKER
WE SEND OUR PRAYERS & I PERSONALLY WOULD LIKE TO THANK DR. BAKER FOR HELPING ME WITH IN MY ORTHOPEDIC ENDEAVORS. DR BAKER HAD BEEN MY ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIAN FOR OVER 40 YEARS & IT WAS A BLESSING TO HAVE HIM..ST JOHN 14 AND 23 PSALMS
WITH SYMPATHY THE WHITE FAMILY & TAMMY GOODWIN

To the Baker Family,

We remember Don the HS athlete and Frank's little brother.  And then there was Don the college athlete and coach.  We knew him later as Don the orthopedic surgeon who opened an urgent care clinic on Dorr St.  And most importantly we remember him as Don the family man.

What an amazing legacy he leaves!  And even though he is gone his spirit will live on in you and in the lives of the many people he helped.  May God comfort you in your loss and may happy memories of Don help sustain you.

To the Baker Family
My deepest sympathy. I noted the Blade's featured article on Don. You can be proud of your husband, your father and your brother. Lawrence Curtis Totty & Family. Wash DC

To the Baker Family,
Dr. Baker was such a gentle spirit. He continuously reflected God's love. Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences go out to you during this difficult time.  Take comfort in knowing that there is no sorrow that heaven can not heal.  Blessings,

A POEM FOR DR. BAKER

D-uring the loss of this great man,
R-emembering helps to understand;

D-eparture from this earthly plane,
O-pens the door back to GOD again.
N-ow that Dr. Baker has gone home,
A-nd we know that we are not alone;
L-eft behind his great memory, yes
D-onald was who he wanted to be.


A-ccomplished so many things,
L-ove and all that family brings;
L-ife right here & around the world,
E-ver engaged, learning unfurled.
N-oted quietly seated at Grace,


B-ecause he had found his place;
A-nd worshipped God with his wife,
K-new her as a partner for life.
E-very step together they trod,
R-ight up to the final reward.
  

Poem #2152 by Ophelia J. Thompson,
Poet LaFe, Copyright ©2013 ~ 9-26-13

my deepest sympathies, Dr Baker was an awesome doctor I enjoyed working with him he always had a smile.

To the Baker Family. May God wrap his loving arms around you & comfort you during this difficult time. I worked with Dr. Baker in the early 90's at Mercy hospital in the surgery dept. He was always a pleasure to work for & was a very caring physician.

I met Dr Baker when he took care of my son's broken leg 17 years ago...he was recommended by Dr Michael Shaw.. a man I greatly respected. I remember Dr Bakers gentle and wise smile as he assured a distraught mother that her son will be ok.. and he was right!.. the staff in his office.. mostly family..were amazing.. I feel blessed that I was able to meet Dr Baker and his family..

Carol and family, my condolences on the passing of Don. He was such a special person, taking care of my mother(Rowena Carnes) and myself. Remember all the good times, family trips and wonderful memories . You loved him but god loved him more. 
Marta Allen Kidd.  Kissimmee, Florida

To the Baker Family, 
                   My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family in this time of need.I was  one of Dr.Baker patient an I would walk up to 20 miles a day an one day I walked from 21st. St.to his office on Door an Secor. He was a very remarkable surgeon an had a kind word for everyone an he will be deeply missed by me an all those that knew him. Evamae La Voy

Carolyn,
Prayers are with you and the Lord's arms are around you. 
Donald was a trusted colleague, friend, and brother.
Michelle (Micki) Smith

Doctor Baker was my Doctor and When i moved took care of my mother a warm and devoted person. To the family We all Know he is On High,God Bless You.

To the Baker Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the presence and peace of God comfort you during this challenging time.

A dedicated physician and a gentleman. Always considerate of the nursing staff working together for the good of the patients @ Mercy. May God bless his family and grant him peace.

Dear Barbara & Family ,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother .I remember when we lived on Norwood we had good times back in the day,Donald will be missed . Take comfort he is at peace and not suffering anymore .My prayers are with all of you at this time.
Joanne {Lawson]Carter Toledo,Oh

Baker family allow gods word to comfort you. Matthew 5:4

My heartfelt condolences go out to the Baker family. It was an honor to have worked with Dr. Baker for many years at Mercy. He was a gifted surgeon and wonderful person. May God Bless You.

Carol and family, please accept our sincerest condolences for the loss of your beloved Donald. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Henry and Gail Lawson

My husband met Dr.Baker running, and recalls him as being a competitor, and the nicest man.  Our family is saddened, and praying for his family.  He was a fine example for our youth as an academic, as a physician, as an athlete, and a leader in our community.  He will be missed, but never forgotten.

To the Baker Family. May God be with you, and comfort you at this difficult time.

"Bobbie Love" ( San Antonio,Tx)

To Carol and the Baker Family: We are deeply saddened and our hearts are heavy as we mourn Donald's loss with you.  His loss will be felt by all who knew and loved him.  God Bless you in your time of sorrow.

With love ~ Barbara, Lisa & Family

Praying for comfort and peace at this difficult time.

To the Baker Family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and husband. I have many fond memories of our childhood. He will missed. I have your family in my prayers.

Jerilyn Lawson Garrison and Family

My family will be eternally grateful for the surgical skills of Dr. Baker and his compassionate manner,he operated on my son when he was 9 years of age is 38 now and still no problems.  MAY GOD GRANT YOUR HEARTS PEACE AND MANY, MANY PRECIOUS MEMORIES
Ann Snodgrass Hall and family

I kept stats  for Macomber when Don was a coach. He was a good man. I also worked with Frank at Dana. Gary Ryan

TO RAYMOND AND FAMILY, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ASKING GOD TO GIVE YOU ALL STRENGHT. WE KNOW GOD KNOWS BEST AND MAKES NO MISTAKES. HE AT HOME NOW RESTING IN THE LOVING ARMS OF MOTHER BAKER AND FATHER BAKER. DONALD WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM. HE WAS A VERY VERY GOOD DOCTOR TO ME WITH A GREAT BIG SENSE OF HUMOR BUT SERICOUS. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.LOVE YOU ALL.
        EVELYN JACKSON MAYS

TO CAROLYN AND FAMILY,MT PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
             EVELYN JACKSON MAYS

I'm so sorry about the loss of Dr. Baker he really contributed a lot the Toledo area. My the creator of heavens and earth give his family strength and a hope. Please draw close to God.
Denise Perrysburg

Aaron, I'd like to offer my condolances to you and your family. Though I didn't know your father, his obituary told me that he was a remarkable and accomplished man who left this world better than he found it. I am so sorry for your loss but I'm sure he will remain with you forever.

I was a patient of Dr. Baker's he was a very compassionate man.  If God needs a knee surgery, Dr. Baker will have him up and playing.

My prayers are with the Baker Family. Dr Baker was a wonderful doctor.

Good bye to an old friend, growing up together in the "hood." He will be missed by all. Bill Harris

Carol & family, my condolance. Glad I had the pleasure of knowing him and the family.
JIM WILLIAMS  Jackson,MI.

My thoughts and prayers to the Baker family. Dr Baker was a great man and Dr. He will surely be missed.

To the Baker family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this trying time. Dr.Baker was a kind gentleman and will truly be missed.

Carol & Family:  May you and everyone find the strength to rejoice in your and our community's precious time with Donald.
As one of the Boss Field Group, the Scott High Teacher's Crew and the wearer of two Dr. B hips, I will ever be connected and grateful.
Don:  May the fragrances in heaven suit your delicate olfactory:  I hope to see you again on the other side.

Love and Respect:  John Scott

Don was a gentleman and a great physician.

To The Baker Family, Dr. Baker was such a kind and caring man and I could not have asked for a better doctor.  Keeping all of you in my prayers.  God Bless

My thoughts and prayers go out to Don's family at his untimely passing. A fine athlete who was a better human being,,, He led with quiet humility and an uncompromising desire to succeed. RIP, Donny...

Friend, gentleman, Dr. An amazing human being. Condolences to the Baker family.

My prayers are with you. One of the finest people I had the pleasure of working with at Mercy Hospital. God bless.

Carol, and family; 
Very saddened to learn of Donald's passing. He was a good and sweet man. He will be greatly missed. 
Take good care, Daniel and Arlene Sullivan

To the Baker family.  Your brother, father & uncle was one of a kind - a Baker. Glad I had the pleasure of knowing him, his father & his siblings in my youth. My condolances to you all.

Praying for your family at this difficult time.

Dear Carol & Family-
     Dr Baker's care & compassion for his patients was incomparable.
     May God bless you during this time of sorrow.
Millie Francois

Donnie 
So many stories we could tell and we told them all. You were an opponent at Scott, a teammate at Toledo, a friend for life. I'll miss you Bake. 
Sim

My condolence go out to the family. We were good friends and class mates. God will provide comfort to the family.

My heart and prayers go out to the Baker Family.  I had the honor of working with Dr Baker at UTMC. I have always had the upmost respect for Dr Baker, he will be missed deeply.

Howard and I are saddened to hear about the passing of Donald. please know that we  have taken the family before the Lord in prayer.  Whith deepest sympathy. Gwendolyn Brown

May the Lord comfort your family.  Dr. Baker was a true role model and a blessing to this community.  He will be missed, but his legacy and contributions will last forever.

I am so hurt and saddend by Dr. Baker's untimely death. He was a great mentor and better friend. May God bless his family as they go through this most difficult of times.

May god comfort the Don Baker family through time of sorrow.  Carol and children stay strong.

Our deepest sympathy is extended to the Baker Family at the homegoing of Don. We will miss our doctor and know he is now with the master physician that heals all ills. May God's peace and comfort be with the Family in these days of grief.
Elder Charles Rice III and Vera Rice-Toledo,Ohio

My condolences to the family. Donald was one of to good guys that I have met in my life. He impressed me with his determination when we were chemistry lab partners at Scott High.

A healer in every aspect of the word, a wonderful, caring man.  My heart is with his family.  He will be missed greatly.

My prayers go out to you and your family. Praying that God gives you the strength needed during this most difficult time.

Dear Carol and family,

I was saddened to hear of Don's recent passing. I remember him well, not as a football player but as a surgeon. He was a talented doctor who was kind and caring toward his patients. He was always a gentleman with a strong gift of humility. He was truly an assets to the Toledo Community. My deepest sympathies

Even though losing a love one is hard but If we keep the fond memories of them it's like we never lost this dear love one of ours and also the God of all comfort will help you and give you peace

To the Baker family:

I am so sorry for your loss.  Dr. Baker was my mother's knee dr. also mine.  He was always so pleasurable to be around and he was very well loved by all his patients.  May God comfort you in this time of bereavement.  Just remember to keep your memories close to your hearts.

Our condolences to the Baker family. I knew Don professionally for many years and he was a true gentlemen.  No words can express the community loss of this kind man. May G-d give the family strength during this time of sorrow.  Brent and Ricki Rubin and family

May the God of peace grant you cpmfort in the ressurection hope. He has promised that we will see our loved ones again.

We all grew up together,he was a beautiful person always pleasant to be around. My deepest condolence go out to his family and friends...May you rest in peace....

OBITUARY

Mr. Donald Allen Baker MD

Born NOVEMBER 5, 1943

Ottawa Hills Memorial Park

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