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Rodney John Baker
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL - Rodney John Baker (71) of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, passed away on Tuesday, May 7th, 2019, after a long battle with cancer. Rod (Hot Rod-known by his friends) was born on July 23, 1948 in Hobart, IN. He graduated from Hobart High School in 1967. He then served in the United States Army from 1969-1971, during which he was a tank mechanic in Germany during the Vietnam Conflict. He worked 30 plus years at NIPSCO. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Jessica (nee Rabatine) Baker; parents: Milton "Bud" and Mary (nee Watson) Mock; and brother, Barney Baker. Bud is survived by his children: Scott (Isabelle) Baker, Mindy (Keith) Sweeney, Valerie (David) Hall and Matthew Baker; grandchildren: Ashlee (Will) Kominakis, Karessa Sweeney, Mia and Isla Hall; and great-grandson, Wyatt Kominakis; brothers, who are also his life-long friends: Paul (Cindy) Mock, Glen (Cindy) Mock, and Dave Mock.
He loved being a grandpa, racing, a cold Miller High Life, and walking the A1A. Rod never met a stranger and will be missed by many. Per Rod's request there will be a celebration of his life this summer. Burns Funeral Home, Hobart entrusted with arrangements.
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Missy Pulido
May 31, 2019
Mr. Baker visited the car wash where I have worked as a cashier for the past few years. Every time that he would visit, I was sure to get a big old smile from him. Even though I obviously didnt know him all that well, he came across as a very kind man and I will miss seeing him and his bright smile.
Beverly Perkins Long
May 14, 2019
So sorry to hear that Rod had passed away. We had some fun times back in the day. Sincere Sympathy to his family on their loss. I will always remember him. Rest in peace my Dear Friend
Don Elzinga
May 14, 2019
I am so sad to hear that Rod passed away. may the peace of god and the love of your friends help you through this Matt. Rod became a best friend over the last 20 years and will be missed greatly.
Rhonda Miller
May 13, 2019
I am so sad to hear of Rod's passing!
I remember him as a great neighbor!
He always enjoyed a good beer and a chat!
He was a quite the comedian also!
Our condolences to his family and Paul, Glen and David and their families!
Rhonda(Somerville) and Tim Miller
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