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Simplify Cremations & Funerals - Saint JosephCharles Baker Obituary
He was born October 26, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri to James and Margaret (Schernick) Baker.
Charles married Sheryl Grinstead on May 1, 2002. She survives of the home.
He enjoyed fishing in his spare time. He formerly served in the Army and Navy. He retired from the City of St. Joseph Street Maintenance Department.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Roger, James and Daniel Baker; and sister, Margaret "Sissy" Mastey.
He is survived by his wife, Sheryl; brother, Ronald (Vicki); biological children, Amy, David and Charles; three stepchildren, Stacy, Joshua (Kaylie) and Jessica (Jayson); numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Celebration of Life 1:00 P.M. Saturday, October 11, Remington Nature Center. Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations & Funerals. Online guest book and obituary at www.simplifyfunerals.com.
2335 St. Joseph Avenue, Saint Joseph, MO 64505
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