Donald Eugene Baker's Obituary
We are heartbroken to announce the death of our father, Donald Eugene Baker, born October 17, 1949. He passed away peacefully in his hometown of San Diego, California at the age of 72, surrounded by loved ones. Born and raised in Fredricktown, Missouri, our dad enjoyed a long 28-year career with the United States Navy, one of which he was extremely proud of during his lifetime.
After Dad retired from the Navy in 1997, he started his second career as an IT Administrator in the Core Bio Services division with the University of California San Diego. After 20 years with UCSD, Dad retired in 2018.
Dad met the love of his life in the mid-70’s, Sharon Decker Baker, who preceded him in death in 2013. Their story started in a local San Diego bowling alley, continuing wonderfully throughout the years, showing us what true love really means.
Dad was the kindest and most caring man in our lives, always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. His daily “dad jokes” helped bind our family together with his loving sense of humor. He just wasn’t our Dad without attempts to constantly make us laugh!
Our Dad leaves behind his children, Timothy Baker, Dennis Baker (Ginny) and Leah Baker Hunter (David), along with grandchildren Jessica (Justin), Caitlin, Daniel, Ryan (Katlyn), Addison, Allen (Keilah), Chelsey, Braxten, Cecilia (Bryan) and Garet (Veronica). He also leaves behind great grandchildren Alana, Finn, Declan, Lexi, Lilah and Ruby, along with brothers John Baker and David Baker.
• Viewing is September 8th, between 4-7pm, at Clairemont Mortuary in San Diego
• Service is September 9th , Noon, at Clairemont Lutheran Church, San Diego
• Interment is September 9th, 2:15 pm, at Miramar National Cemetery
• Reception is September 9th, 3:15 pm, at Al Bahr Shrine in San Diego
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