Peacefully, at Exeter Villa, Kenneth W. Baker, formerly of R.R. 2 Dashwood, passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2014, in his 92nd year. Beloved husband of Margaret (Wurm) Baker of Exeter and the late Ortha (Schilbe) Baker (1989). Dear father of Kenneth Jr. and Caryl Baker of Goderich, Garry and Sheona Baker of Grand Bend, Sandra and Anthony Regier of Clinton Twp., Mi, Nancy Babich of London and Donna and Michael Yarrow of Guelph and step-father of Gwen and Jim Rohde of Mitchell, Allen and Pat Lawson of St. Mary’s, Kathleen Clarke of Grand Bend and Edwin Lawson and Frances of Arkona. Loving grandfather of Bonnie Baker and John Mulligan, Tracey and John Verbeek, Shellie Chowns and Shawn Green, Jamie Baker and Christina Simpson, Jeff Baker and Kelsey Van Den Heede, Chris and Becky Regier, Heather Regier, Jillian Regier, Sandra Babich, Phillip Babich, Sarah Babich, Emily Yarrow and Adam Hopkins and Ryan Yarrow and 8 great-grandchildren. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews and the Lawson and Schilbe families Predeceased by his parents Major and Edna (Prance) Baker, sister Lorraine (Roland) Neil, his brother Earl (Minerva) Baker, his son Donald (Sharon) Baker and step son-in-law Elliott Clarke. Ken was a successful farmer, active in the Stephen Twp 4H Club, the Dashwood Men’s Club and proud to have been a school bus driver for many years for Charterways.
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at at 11 a.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Zurich. Pastor Nadine Schroeder-Kranz officiating. Interment in St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery, Zurich.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Steeple Fund or a charity of one’s choice.
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Condolence From: Jodi and Chris Plouffe
So sorry to hear of your loss, our deepest sympathies to the whole family. I will remember Ken for his sense of humour, keep the memories in your heart. Jodi, Chris and Kaitlyn Plouffe
Condolence From: Joe & Diane Kaak
our sympathy to the Baker family in the loss of your loved one, keeping you in our prayers. Joe & Diane Kaak
Condolence From: Wayne and Corrine Brownridge
Thinking of all the Bakers and hugs to everyone. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Uncle Ken.
Condolence From: Amy & Andrew Bedard, Ron & Pam Walper and family
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time. Lots of love and prayers to you in the loss of your grandfather and father.
Condolence From: Kendra Craig (nee Arthur)
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I have many fond memories of him as my bus driver to Exeter Elementary as a young girl. May the many fond memories help you through this difficult time.
Condolence From: Glenn & Grace Hodgins
Gary & Sheona: Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a great man. Glad to have known him. Cherish the memories.
Condolence From: Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of Exeter Villa, join our hearts in an expression of sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of sorrow. May the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Condolence From: Jim & Linda Dietrich
So sorry to hear of Ken’s passing, deepest sympathy to all of you.
Condolence From: Ed & Frances Lawson
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your father,grandfather and great grandfather. Ken always made us feel welcome anytime we stopped by for a visit. Glad we got to visit him a few weeks ago. Ed and Frances Lawson
Condolence From: Harv & Evelyn Vincent
To each of Ken’s family, So sorry to read of your great loss. Ken was a good man and will be missed. Shipka lost a great citizen. Praying for your peace and comfort
Condolence From: Allen Lawson & Pat Champion
Our deepest sympathy.