Joe Baker

Joe Baker

Joe Baker Obituary

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Joe was born on April 16, 1951 and passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. Joe was a resident of Tennessee. He attended Dyersburg State Community College and ETSU graduating with his Bachelors degree at the age of 62. Joe served in the US Marine Corps from 1969 to 1975. He was stationed in Vietnam. A graveside service is scheduled for 11:00 am Friday June 23 2017 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Johnson City under the direction of Mr. Michael Richards. The Bristol VFW Post 6975 will accord military honors. Family and friends are requested to meet at the cemetery by 10:50 am Friday for the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to: Warrior Expeditions 6621 Fairway View Tr. Roanoke VA 24018 or warriorexpeditions.orgdonate.

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