David B. Baptist

David B. Baptist, age 74, of Downers Grove. Beloved husband of Judith for 48 years. Loving father of Brian, Matthew (Cecil), Joseph (Takumi) and Benjamin (Diana). Proud grandfather of Yurika, Mika, Alaina, Declan, Jane, Henry, Alexandra and David. Devoted brother of Jeremy (late Avis) Baptist, Sally (Bob) Kinsey-day, Peggy (Bill) Hansen and Daniel Baptist. Brother-in-law of John (Nancy) Sheehy, Patricia Sheehy and the late Michael Sheehy. Dear uncle to many. Dr. Baptist served as a family dentist for 48 years and was devoted to his patients and staff which spanned multiple generations. Visitation 3-9 p.m. Wednesday September 11th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Visitation will continue 10 a.m. Thursday September 12th until time service 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital appreciated. Funeral info 630-964-6500