Obituaries
Donald H. Baker, Sr., 75
Donald H. Baker Sr., 75, of Lititz, passed away, Sunday, November 1, 2009 at the Heart of Lancaster. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Anna Krentz. Donald was the husband of Patricia A. (Donnelly) Baker with whom he celebrated 50 years of marriage this past June.
Donald proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was employed by U.G.I. as a service technician and most recently by Overlook Golf Course. Donald was an avid golfer who has had 3 hole in ones. He loved sports and coached baseball and basketball. Donald’s greatest joy was spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to his wife Patricia is a son; Donald H. Baker Jr. husband of Maggie of Lancaster. 2 grandsons; Jordan and Justin Baker. And a brother; Russell Baker husband of Faye of Elizabethtown.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, November 6, 2009 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church 601 E. Delp Rd. Lancaster 17601 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Paul Theisz as Celebrant. Family and friends will be received before the service at the church from 10-11 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Joe New Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel 3110 Lititz Pike Lititz 17543. To send an online condolence or for more information please visit snyderfuneralhome.com.
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We are all sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your friends at DAS, Inc.
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Carole K.
Dear Donnie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time, I will always remember your Dad at our baseball games.
Patrick & Julie Bernhardt
My name is Sarah I work in the deli dept. at Stauffers of Kissel Hill. Donald was one of our reagular customers. I knew him as "Donny" He was a very social man, always had a minute to talk to us employees. He ended each visit with a hug or a handshake, and always had a bit of wit and wisdom for the younger girls like myself. He spoke often of his family, whom I am certain he doted on. It has been a pleasure knowing Donald the in the time of my employment at SKH, my sincerest thoughts and prayers go to the Baker family.
Don was a great friend to me. We often talked about the family and encouraged each other. Don and I spoke often about his wife and we kept in touch. Every time Don came into the store, he ALWAYS found me and gave me his great big smile. He often brought over some pretzels. No matter how busy I was, if I saw Don first, I would go right to him and an put my arm around him and take time talk and ask about him and the family. I will truly miss you buddy. 9 years we have known each other. It will be tough not to see your smile and give you a handshake.
A great friend!!
Barry- GM Stauffers
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Ray & Donna Eby
Donnie,
Sorry to hear the loss of your dad. Casey emailed me and told me. I only ever met your dad several times over the years but he sure was a real cool dad. Take care and god bless you and your family.
Ryk Smith
Don and family,
Sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Our prayers are with you.
Phil and Robin Williams Harnish
