Norma Jean Baker Obituary
We are sad to announce that on August 21, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Norma Jean Baker (Manhattan, Illinois), born in Metcalf, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Sylvester Hidlebaugh and Zelma Hidlebaugh (James H. Baker); her daughter Debra Harrier; her grandson Joshua Baker; and her siblings, Vern Hidlebaugh, Reba Bennett, Treva Friddle and Marcella Nicholson.
She is survived by: her children, Kenneth Baker (Robin), James Baker III (Mary), Nancy Long (John) and Karen Baker; her grandchildren, Amy Mashburn (Aaron), Benjamin Baker (Katie), Sarah Hooper, Gina Miller (Rob), Lisa Kochanowicz (David), David Baker, Ashley Harrier (Mia), Kara Ridner, Rebecca Harvell, Dan Long (Katie) and Kristin Barnett (Jason); and her great grandchildren, Madelyn, Victoria, Joshua, Noah, Ada, Elijah, Zoe, Oliver, Killian, Rune, Azalea, Jade, Nolan, Hannah, Haley, Brooklyn, Johnny, Mykinley, Bradie and Madison (Deanna Wollek). She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, her faithful canine companions.
In lieu of flowers donations to Manhattan Fire Department, P.O. Box 65, Manhattan, IL 60442 or to Faith Connection of Wilton Center, 14101 West Joliet Rd., Manhattan, IL 60442.
