Passed away peacefully on January 13, 2013 at the age of 85. Cherished husband of Frances (nee Amy) for 63 years. Dear father of Kenneth Baker & wife Renée Meloche of Acton and Thomas & wife Pat of Amherstburg. Loving Papa to Leanne Baker & husband Joe Mudge, Jesse Baker (Shawn Smith). Brother to Daphne Dykeman. Brother-in-law to Ethel Brisebois. He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Donations in memory of Bernie may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. Bernie was a very active member of St. Andrew’s Masonic Lodge # 642, CAW Local 200, and square danced for many years with the Promenaders. Graduate of Ford Trade School. Retired from Ford Motor Company after 39 years of service. In accordance with Bernie’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Walter D. Kelly Life Celebration Centre (1969 Wyandotte St. E.) in the chapel on January 17, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Don Hansford officiating. A special thank you to Bonnie Rundle and the staff at Season’s in Amherstburg for their care and compassion.