John W. Baker

John W. Baker obituary, Acton, MA

John W. Baker

John Baker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Acton Funeral Home on Sep. 13, 2024.
John (Jack) W. Baker: Age 85, of Acton MA passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sept 8, 2024. Jack was born in Boston, MA, and raised in Arlington, MA. After graduating from Arlington High School, he married his high school sweetheart, Susan (Stetson). They shortly thereafter moved to Acton and started a family. Jack began his career as a machine shop owner, and after many years of success he started a medical device business. His company went on to be very successful and remains in business today. Jack took pride in his several patents and business successes.

Jack enjoyed summers by the ocean and loved hosting parties, alongside friends and family. He enjoyed cooking, decorating, flower gardens, boating, and collecting cars. Jack would always remain busy with multiple projects. He was known for his crazy sense of humor, especially to those who were close to him. Jack and his wife shared many fond memories of their travels to Europe and Alaska.

Jack was predeceased by his parents Roy and Blanche Baker, originally from Nova Scotia and Newfoundland Canada. Jack leaves behind his beloved wife of 65 years Susan, their children John W. Baker Jr. and his wife Audrey, Jeffrey Baker and his wife Sue, Karen Acosta and her husband Troy, and Paul Baker and his fianc� Roberta. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Alex and Justin Baker, Matt and Katherine Acosta, and Weston Baker. He also leaves two sisters, Barbara and her husband Fred, and Carol and her husband Roger, along with nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers Please donate to the American Heart Association.

Visiting hours will be held Friday, September 20, 2024, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at:

Acton Funeral Home

470 Mass. Ave Acton MA

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February 22, 2025

Steve Bogush posted to the memorial.

September 21, 2024

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September 17, 2024

Mr. and Mrs. John W. Baker, Jr planted trees.

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Steve Bogush

February 22, 2025

I was lucky to have worked with Jack on his road worthy boat project. His innovation and passion for "doing it better" will always inspire me. His gruffness style of humor was not understood by all, but will be missed by ME.

David McKee Wright

September 21, 2024

Lifes a journey of highs and lows. At the end of the journey it´s not what we have that matters; it´s who you were.

Jacks accomishments speak for themselves and will always serve as an inspiration. He was kind & thoughtful during the highs and steadfast during the lows. I remember him as a man who said what he thought and when he did something he did it with tireless determination.

His jokes needed work but just as they were consistent so were the laughs that went with them.

I wish the family the best in what must be a difficult time and trust his good will be remembered always.

It was a pleasure,
David

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American Heart Association

September 16, 2024

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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