James "Jim" Baker's obituary , Passed away on January 27, 2025 in North Manchester, Indiana

James "Jim" Baker

March 17, 1935 - January 27, 2025 (89 years old)

North Manchester, Indiana

James "Jim" Baker's obituary , Passed away on January 27, 2025 in North Manchester, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McKee Mortuary Inc.

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James "Jim" Baker

March 17, 1935 - January 27, 2025 (89 years old)

North Manchester, Indiana

James Baker Obituary

The passing of James Baker of North Manchester, Indiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 27, 2025 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Baker to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Baker and Ruby Baker (Westafer); his wife Pollyanna "Polly" Baker; his siblings, Jack Baker, Russell Baker and Peggy Workman; and his siblings-in-law, Dennis Gay, Michael Sumpter, Richard Workman, Norma Baker and Betty Baker.

He is survived by: his friend Pollyanna Davis; his daughters, Kristi Kozon (John) and Kari Speicher (Todd); his siblings, Buford Baker, Judy Carlson (Dennis), Linda Sumpter and Debbie Gay; and his grandchildren, Dustin "Dusty" Butterbaugh, Miriel McFarland (Ryan), Evan Speicher (Jaci), Brandy Hatfield (Michael), Jessica Michael (Josh) and Summer Kozon.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 3rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Timbercrest Senior Living Chapel (2201 East St, North Manchester, IN 46962). A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 3rd 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Jim Baker, memorial contributions may be made to the Timbercrest Charitable Assistance Fund, 2201 East Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962 or the First Brethren Church, 407 North Sycamore Street, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McKee Mortuary Inc.



Mon

Feb 03

Visitation

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Timbercrest Senior Living Chapel
2201 East St, North Manchester, IN 46962

Mon

Feb 03

Funeral service

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Timbercrest Senior Living Chapel
2201 East St, North Manchester, IN 46962

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