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David Baker Obituary

David N. Baker, of Bridgewater, formerly of Quincy, died April 12, 2015 at the age of 84. David served in the U.S. Army of Occupation in Germany from 1949 to 1952. He was a former member of the Mass. State Guard and U.S. Naval Reserve, Submarine Division as well as the National Amvets and a lifetime member of the 97th Signal Battalion. David owned and operated Daves Atlantic in Quincy and also worked for numerous other garages on the South Shore. David will be remembered as one of a kind. Always ready with a smile and a laugh, he was a good, kind, honest man whose word could always be counted on. The last and youngest of the six sons of Mary Stewart Baker, who all served this country and left a legacy of that service with their children. Beloved husband of the late Ina Mae (MacKenzie) Baker and Shirley M. (Faulkner) Baker of Bridgewater. Proud father of John S. Baker of Woodridge, Ill., Janet E. Riley and husband David of Des Moines, Iowa, David N. Baker Jr. of Fort Worth, Texas and Deborah Baker of North Weymouth. Stepfather of John Petzoldt and wife Carol, and Donna McCarthy. Grandfather of Sandra Hofer, Jennifer Baker, John Baker, Shelby Petzoldt, Sean, Dan and Ryan McCarthy. Great-grandfather of Bill Hofer and Troy Mock. Also, he was a proud uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Thursday 4 - 8 p.m. in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home, North Weymouth, at 40 Sea Street (off Rte. 3A-Bicknell Sq.). Funeral service will be celebrated on Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the Quincy Point Congregational Church, 444 Washington St., Quincy. Burial in MA National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:45 p.m. Donations in memory of David may be made to the USO, PO BOX 96860, Washington, DC, 20077 or Quincy Point Congregational Church. See www.keohane.com for directions and online condolences or call 781-335-0045.

Published by The Patriot Ledger on Apr. 15, 2015.
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Fond memories of the old Dave's Atlantic.
The building is not a gas station anymore, but is now a Afredo Aeillo Itailian takeout. login Alfredo Aeillo Quincy Ma to see the building now. How about lunch Dave? RIP, Ricky Beaudoin

Rick Beaudoin

Coworker

April 9, 2020

We are sorry for your loss. He was the best. I will never forget his love for our family.
Love, Anna Papagno Elrick

Anna & Richard ( Papagno) Elrick

April 24, 2015

I am so sorry for your family's loss. Sending prayers your way.

Laura Miller

April 16, 2015

David loved history, especially military and politics. We had many very interesting conversations.
Henry and Donna daley

April 15, 2015

David,A friend for many years.They do not come any better.I will never forget him. Now God has him.May God bless his family.

Don Smith

April 15, 2015

Uncle Dave, what can I say? You were always there for me. Say Hi to Gram and Andy for me. John, Dave, Judy, Janet & Deb the whole Family shares your sorrow. Your Dad was truly one of a kind and will be missed.
Bob & Nancy

Bob Baker

April 15, 2015

Fond Memories of Dave's Atlantic, a lot of laughs, and he taught me many aspects of the automotive business.
Rest in Peace
Former employee, Ricky Beaudoin

Rick Beaudoin

April 15, 2015

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