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He spent his lifetime talking about "talking". His first book "The One Minute Communicator" became a bible for those who were presented with the task of getting up and talking in front of a group. While in Oregon he taught at the Willamette University Master's Program and DPSST as an instructor for supervisors in all fields - law enforcement, fire services, corrections, emergency medical services and many more.
Survivors include: his wife Sherrie Baker; Brothers Kendall (Donna) Wall, Derek Wall and Duane Wall. Children; Eldon Baker III, Heidi Wert, Ashley (Brian) Scotto, Blake Baker, Kim Weis, and Todd McMillan. Grandchildren: Alicia Wert, Amber Wert, Sierra Wert, Trenton McMillan, Skylar Weis, Sawyer Weis, RaeLynn McMillan, Shelby Weis, Hudson Scotto, and Shylow Terrell.
He is preceded in death by his parents Eldon and Julia Baker and Darrell Wall (Stepfather) along with siblings: Yvonne Raines, Leah Heinrich, Larry and Roger Wall.
"To Those I Love" by Howard Baker Jr.
When I am gone, release me, let me go
I have so many things to see and do
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears
Instead, be happy what we shared in life for o'er the many years.
I gave you all my love, and you can only guess
How much you all gave it back to me in ways of happiness.
I thank you for the love you've shown
But now it's time I travel alone
So grieve a while for me if grieve you must
Then, let your grief be comforted by trust
For its only for a while that we must part
Please, please bless your memories with your loving heart.
I won't be far away, for life truly does go on
And if you ever need me, just call and I will come.
Though you won't see or touch me, please know that I'll be near
And if you'll only listen with your heart, You'll hear
All my love around you, with you, soft and clear.
And then, when you too must come this way alone
I'll be there for you.
I'll Greet you with a smile, and welcome you too, in heaven,
To a place we'll call our home.
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John Jessup
June 19, 2025
I am so sorry that I was never able to get back in touch with Bud. He was my best friend in college, my best man in my wedding and the best man I ever knew. John
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TOOD WELCH
March 27, 2025
Saddened to hear that Bud has passed. Bud and I were good friends back in the 80´s & 90´s. He had worked with my dad in education. Bud was an encouragement to me and a big help with interview tips as I pursued a fire service career. I remember his daughter Heidi and how proud he was of her. And I remember how thrilled he was when Eldon was born. I´m grateful for his friendship and the memories of good times. I wish you all the best, God Bless you. Todd W.
Louise Richison at Reds
March 21, 2025
I'm sorry to here of Howard's passing. We always looked forward to his visits,to the Barbershop .He was a very inspirational man. He will be missed. ... Louise at Reds .
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