ARCANUM — John "Mark" Baker, 53, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at the State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.
He was born November 5, 1965, in Dayton, Ohio, to Roger Baker of Arcanum and the late Margaret Ann Fellows.
Mark loved watching sports, especially The Ohio State Buckeyes, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Cincinnati Reds. He enjoyed being outside and tending to the garden. Most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and spoiling them with candy.
Mark is survived by his wife, Angie, of 32 years, whom he married May 11, 1986; his children, Carrie Baker of Arcanum, Christopher (Robyn) Baker of San Francisco, California, and Tyler (Sara) Baker of Arcanum; his grandchildren, Addyson and Hayslee Baker; and his brothers, Matt (Michelle) Baker of Arcanum, and David (Amanda) Baker of Arcanum.
A Celebration of Mark's Life will be held Saturday, January 5, 2019, at 1 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 750 Arcanum-Ithaca Rd., Arcanum, OH 45304 with Pastor Travis Qualls officiating. Burial will follow in Ithaca Cemetery. The family encourages visitors to dress casually (your favorite sports team). Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331. The family has entrusted the arrangements to Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com
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Leah Huffgarden
January 10, 2019
Sending my deepest sympathies. What a pleasure it was to get to know such a kind and loving family. You are all in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Mike and Carrie Feitshans
January 4, 2019
Words cannot express our deepests sympathy to the entire family. Praying God holds you close and gives you comfort . In our continued thoughts and prayers.
Jack and Gloria Horner
January 3, 2019
Our Deepest Sympathy to the whole Baker families.
Mark was just so young to leave here on earth R.I.P. young man.
Jack and Gloria Horner
Greenville, Ohio
Kerry-Alva Fuson
January 3, 2019
Angie and family.
Alva and I are deeply saddened to hear this. May God hold each of you close, giving you comfort and peace.
We are so sorry for your loss.
We are praying for you daily.
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